July 2026 in Tuscany & Umbria
July 2026 in Tuscany & Umbria
The best festivals, concerts, village events, and summer experiences
This is one of the best times to visit Tuscany and Umbria because every evening offers something different — and often unforgettable.
Here are some of the best events happening in Tuscany and Umbria in July 2026.
🐎 Palio di Siena – Palio del Provenzano
July 2, 2026
📍 Siena – For days before the race, Siena transforms completely: historical parades fill the streets, drums echo through the city, flags hang from every Contrada, celebrations continue until late at night. Even if you don’t attend the race itself, simply being in Siena during the Palio is an experience worth living.
🎶 Cambio Festival
July 2–5, 2026
📍 Assisi – Concerts in castles and historic settings around Assisi create one of the most atmospheric music festivals in Umbria.
🎼 Sarteano Choral Workshop
July 2–13, 2026
📍 Sarteano – An international choir school bringing musicians and singers from around the world to Sarteano’s churches and medieval venues. During these weeks, music becomes part of everyday life throughout the village.
🍷 Festa del Bico – Piazze, Cetona
July 3–6, 2026
One of those local festivals visitors rarely discover by chance. The Festa del Bico is simple, authentic, and deeply Tuscan: outdoor dinners, local recipes, long communal tables, village atmosphere. This is the kind of summer evening people remember most.
🎷 Umbria Jazz
July 3–12, 2026
📍 Perugia – 2026 highlights include: Sting, Jon Batiste, Stefano Bollani, Laurie Anderson, Elvis Costello, Zucchero
🎸 Lars Rock Festival
July 4–6, 2026
A completely different side of Tuscany. Independent music, international bands, and a creative atmosphere transform Chiusi into one of Italy’s most interesting small music festivals. Relaxed, authentic, and surprisingly international.
🛍️ Arezzo Vintage Fair
July 5–6, 2026
Arezzo fills with antiques, vintage treasures, collectors, and travelers wandering slowly through the historic center.
Perfect for anyone who loves hidden objects, old bookstores, vintage furniture, and slow shopping mornings.
🌿 Wild Boar Festival – Cantagallo
July 2026
📍 Cantagallo (Florence area) – Celebrate Tuscan wild boar cuisine. One of the best ways to experience traditional Tuscan mountain food culture.
🏹 Fivizzano Archery Challenge
July 11–13, 2026
📍 Fivizzano
A medieval-style archery tournament with costumes, historical reenactments, and celebrations throughout the town.
🎯 Palio della Balestra
July 12, 2026
📍 Lucca
Traditional crossbow tournament and historical parade in one of Tuscany’s most elegant cities.
🎻 Summer Music in Tuscany
July 14–29, 2026
📍 Sarteano
Music flows naturally through the village during warm summer nights.
📸 Cortona On The Move
July 17 – November 2, 2026
📍 Cortona One of Italy’s most important photography festivals.
Exhibitions, workshops, talks, and installations spread throughout the beautiful hill town of Cortona.
Perfect for photography lovers and creative travelers.
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🎭 Renaissance Festival – Solomeo
July 18–27, 2026
📍 Solomeo
One of the most elegant summer festivals in Umbria. Perfect for families, history lovers, and anyone who enjoys immersive village festivals.
⚔️ Medieval Festival – Laterina
July 19–27, 2026
📍 Laterina
Historical reenactments, medieval dinners, crafts, and celebrations transform the village into another era.
🚣♂️ Palio delle Barche
July 20–27, 2026
📍 Passignano sul Trasimeno
One of the most unique historical festivals in Umbria. Dating back to the 15th century, the Palio delle Barche combines tradition, adrenaline, and lakeside atmosphere.
🔥 Civitas Infernalis – Sarteano
July 24–28, 2026
📍 Sarteano
A spectacular night event for lovers of fantasy, medieval atmospheres, and creative street performances.
Phone: +39 3932197789
Email: civitasinfernalis@gmail.com
Sagra dell’Oca
July 25 – August 3, 2026
📍 Bettona
A traditional Umbrian festival dedicated to goose dishes and local cuisine.
Long communal tables, village atmosphere, homemade food, and warm summer evenings define this local celebration.
Sagra della nana (kind of duck)
At Montallese cycling area from July 31st to August 2nd – Social table, tuscan food, tuscan wines and aperitivos, all well organized with music bands and more.
July 25 – August 3, 2026
📍 Bettona
A traditional Umbrian festival dedicated to goose dishes and local cuisine.
Long communal tables, village atmosphere, homemade food, and warm summer evenings define this local celebration.
🍷 Sunset wines & music at Madrevite Winery
sunset aperitivos with wine and live music at Madrevite Winery.
One of the most beautiful ways to spend a summer evening in the area.
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🛢️ Bravio delle Botti – Montepulciano
Last Sunday of August
Historic barrel race between the eight Contrade of Montepulciano, preceded by medieval celebrations and ceremonies throughout the town.
