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- There are nationwide holidays and city holidays
- Each city has its own Saint’s day and it’s a big deal
Some examples
- Pisa — St. Ranieri — Luminara celebrated June 16. The whole city is filled with lighted candles and there’s a firework show on the River Arno.
- Rome — St. Peter & St. Paul —
La Festa di San Pietro e Paolo celebrated June 29. “Floral carpets,” are displayed outside St. Peter’s Square and there are fireworks at night. - All over Italy — Carnivale
celebrated (especially on Fat Tuesday) before Lent begins. A huge winter festival (two weeks) complete with masks, parades, music and parties. - Venice — The Redeemer
Festa del Redentore celebrated July 15-16. Firework display in St. Mark’s Square.
Keep in Mind
- Italy has quite a few holidays
- Holidays can strike without warning
- Festival dates are often not posted on websites until just before the event
- They may be even be posted incorrectly
Note: Check out Italy’s official tour site or Rick Steves for more info about Italian holidays — and get updates on local events with Whazzo, a free app