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June 2019
Verona Opera Festival
This opera festival is just as famous for the venue in which the operas are performed as it is for the quality of the performances. To sit under the stars in an ancient Roman amphitheater (the Arena di Verona) in the middle of the city and experience an opera is an incredible opportunity that has been drawing visitors from all over the world since the early 20th century. Access 160 Issues of Our Award-Winning Travel Publication. Get Insider Help Planning…
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Ferragosto
Ferragosto begins on August 15 and spans a two-week period in which many professionals across Italy involved with tourism take a vacation. Restaurants and some shops are often closed during this time. In Rome, on the evening of August 15 (the Feast of the Assumption), le piazze are filled with the performances of professional dancers for the Gran Ballo di Ferragosto. Squares throughout the city are enlivened by performances of all walks of life, from tango to rock, hip-hop, ballroom dancing, and…
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European Heritage Days
European Heritage Days began in France in 1954 as a way to celebrate the European continent. Celebrations are arranged across Italy, with different themes for each country every year. Free admission to museums, archaeological sites, concerts and theater invite Europeans and visitors to discover the heritage and culture of Italy. Please check the event website for updated dates Access 160 Issues of Our Award-Winning Travel Publication Get Insider Help Planning Your Trip to Italy
Find out more »Verona: La Notte di Andrea Bocelli
A night celebrating opera, music and, of course, Andrea Bocelli, this event features choreographed, theatrical opera performances with Bocelli, an orchestra, and a choir. Proceeds will go to charity, supporting the Bocelli Foundation's projects. Celebrity guests will be in attendance, as the concert is part of Celebrity Fight Night, a philanthropic event that raises money for the Bocelli Foundation. Note: dates have not been confirmed. Please check the event website for updated dates. Access 160 Issues of Our Award-Winning Travel…
Find out more »Verona: Tocatì
Tocatì, meaning "it's your turn," is an UNESCO-recognized festival of traditional international street games. The festival has a different guest country each year, and includes traditional ancient games such as marbles. Note: dates have not been confirmed. Please check the event website for updated dates. Access 160 Issues of Our Award-Winning Travel Publication. Get Insider Help Planning Your Trip to Italy.
Find out more »August 2020
Ferragosto
Ferragosto begins on August 15 and spans a two-week period in which many professionals across Italy involved with tourism take a vacation. Restaurants and some shops are often closed during this time. In Rome, on the evening of August 15 (the Feast of the Assumption), le piazze are filled with the performances of professional dancers for the Gran Ballo di Ferragosto. Squares throughout the city are enlivened by performances of all walks of life, from tango to rock, hip-hop, ballroom dancing, and…
Find out more »September 2020
Marostica (Vicenza): Living Chess Game
On the second weekend of September, locals dress in period costume and perform a chess game (Partita a Scacchi con Personaggi Viventi) as living pawns on a giant chessboard (think Alice in Wonderland comes alive) in the town square of Marostica, near Vicenza. Tickets start at €15. Dream of Italy's Veneto Travel Advice Access 160 Issues of Our Award-Winning Travel Publication. Get Insider Help Planning Your Trip to Italy.
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