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Events in Florence
EVENTS in FLORENCE
Tourist Attractions of Florence: Cathedral Square (Duomo) | Piazza Signoria & Palazzo Vecchio | Michelangelo's David (Academy Gallery) | Palazzo Pitti | Uffizi Gallery & Old Bridge (Ponte Vecchio) | Santa Croce | San Lorenzo District
Florence's Annual Carnival on the other side of the Arno River:
Starting at the end of February through March, a 3-week celebration takes place at Lungarno Vespucci which includes other various festivals and exhibitions along the Arno River.Scoppio del Carro (The Cart Explosion):
Annually, on Easter Sunday, a cart that is decorated with flowers and filled with fireworks is set up in Piazza Duomo between the Duomo and the Baptistry. A mechanical dove comes flying out of the cathedral door, and into the cart. The Legend says that if the fireworks ignite, it means the coming year will be a good one!The Week of Artistic Goods and Culture (Settimana dei Beni Culturali):
Many State museums throughout the city are open to the public for a free exhibition.Festival of the Cricket (Festa del Grillo):
This is an ancient ritual, Ascension Day, in which live crickets are given to loved ones in hand-woven cages.May Music Festival (Maggio Musicale Fiorentino):
This festival takes place the second Sunday of May in the Comunal Theatre (Teatro Comunale), where a spectacular orchestra plays along with a chorus and Corps de Ballet.Santa Croce Soccer Match (Calcio in Costume):
In July, the famous event that takes place in Piazza Santa Croce is not to be missed! In June (the final on 24th), a soccer tournament is played in the square that commemorates a real match that took place there in 1530 by a soldier who was trapped in the city. The players are dressed in costumes that exhibit the 16th century wonderfully! The teams are divided up by the four main neighborhoods in Florence. They represent Santa Croce, Santo Spirito, Santa Maria Novella and San Giovanni. The Renaissance soccer match is a combination of soccer, rugby, and wrestling.St. John's Day (Festa di San Giovanni):
The month of June in Florence is filled with many wonderful events! On June 24th the city holds a ceremonial procession from Palazzo Vecchio. At night, the city sets off fireworks to celebrate the patron saint of Florence, St. John the Baptist (San Giovanni), at the Piazzale Michelangelo!Festival of the Lanterns (La Rificolona):
This festival takes place in September and celebrates the birth of the Virgin Mary. The city holds a torchlit procession (which dates back to the days of religious pilgrimage) where children would carry lanterns around all over the city. Firenze Marathon: Annual city marathon and half marathon that begins at the Piazzale Michelangelo ending at Piazza Santa Croce.EXHIBITIONS in FLORENCE
Art Fairs & International Handcrafts Fair:
The International Handcrafts Fair (Mosrta Mercato Internazionale dell'Artigianato) is definately a fair that should not be missed. You wil be able to see all kinds of handmade products including clothing, accessories, silverware, jewelry, furniture, beauty and health products, along with food and wine products. You will find an area reserved to various Italian homemade meats, where you can select the most delicious genuine specialties!Biannual Art of Florence:
Every couple of years, the Fortezza da Basso hosts an International Biennial Art Fair. It was founded in 1997 by two brothers Pasquale Piero Celona who felt that it was important that talented international artists could exhibit their latest contemporary artwork.Pitti Image (Pitti Immagine):
The City of Florence hosts five different fashion events that are considered among the most important in the International calender. Among these are Pitti Immagine Uomo, Pitti Bimbo, Pitti Filati, Pitti Casa, and Pitti Moda Pelle. Pitti Immagine's fairs are spread out all year, in fact there might be one while you are in Florence!Florence Gift Mart:
The Florence Gift Mart takes place at the Fortezza da Basso twice a year and lasts for 3-4 days. It presents to the public various objects suitable for gift ideas. The exhibition prides itself on attracting the top designers and creative experts in the field. There is always something for someone!Tourist Attractions of Florence: Cathedral Square (Duomo) | Piazza Signoria & Palazzo Vecchio | Michelangelo's David (Academy Gallery) | Palazzo Pitti | Uffizi Gallery & Old Bridge (Ponte Vecchio) | Santa Croce | San Lorenzo District