Events and local festivals in Umbria
Are you planning to explore Umbria soon? Then you definitely shouldn’t miss the local village festivals and annual events! Every season has something special to offer. The festivities are the perfect opportunity to experience Umbria’s culture, traditions and vibrant atmosphere up close.
From famous highlights such as Umbria Jazz in Perugia and the prestigious Festival dei Due Mondi in Spoleto to charming village festivals and impressive Palio races – every event tells a story that harks back to the rich history of this region. And who knows, you might discover the pure charm and hospitality that Umbria is known for in a small, lesser-known festival.
Below you will find an overview of the best events per month. Be surprised by music, art, traditions and conviviality – Umbria is waiting for you!
The events
MAY
- Corsa dei Ceri Gubbio
- Corsa all’anello Narni
- Cantamaggio Terni
- Calendimaggio Assisi
- Cantine Aperte
- Festa di Santa Rita da Cascia
- Pic Nic a Trevi
June
- Infiorata di Spello – Festa Corpus Domini Spello
- Giostra della Quintana Foligno
- Mercato delle Gaite Bevagna
- Porchettiamo in San Terenziano
July
- Umbria Jazz Perugia
- Il Festival dei due Mondi Spoleto
- Trasimeno Blues Lago Trasimeno
- Palio delle Barche Passignano sul Trasimeno
August
- Todi Arte Festival Todi
- Palio dei Colombi Amelia Terni
- Palio dei Quartieri Nocera Umbra
- Agosto Montefalchese e Fuga del Bove Montefalco
- Palio dei Terzieri Città della Pieve
- Palio di Valfabbrica Valfabbrica
September
- Settimana enologica Montefalco
- Festa della Cipolla Canara
- Giostra della Quintana edizione di Settembre Foligno
- I Primi d’Italia Foligno
Sagra’s and local festivals
Apart from these big events, there are many local sagra’s and festivals throughout the year, with food, music and town square dancing. These smaller events can be found by looking at the posters they hang everywhere in the immediate area or pamphlets left in the local bars. Absolutely worth visiting if you like a real Italian atmosphere, happy people and good food. The local tourist information will also have this information.
