July 15, 2026 – July 19, 2026 · Bivio di Belmonte, Belmonte (RI)
The Equi Festival is an exciting event dedicated to the equestrian world and local traditions, organized by the I Cavalieri della Tavola Rotonda Association with the patronage of the Municipality of Belmonte. The program features horse trekking, spectacular equestrian shows, lively dance evenings with live orchestras, and food stands open late into the night. There will also be plenty of fun for children, including games and activities like the 'battesimo della sella' (first horseback riding experience).
Indulge in a variety of traditional local dishes and regional specialties available at the food stands, open every day from 5:30 PM until late into the night. Enjoy authentic Italian flavors while soaking in the festive atmosphere.
Join us for a week of equestrian excitement and local culture! 📅 WEDNESDAY, JULY 15 ⏰ 5:30 PM - Event inauguration with local authorities ⏰ 6:00 PM-8:00 PM - Riders gather for the 'Il Cammino di San Francesco a Cavallo' trekking ⏰ 8:30 PM-9:30 PM - Equestrian Show by Horse and Faire Native Spirit Ranch ⏰ 9:30 PM - Dance Evening: Galà delle Orchestre with Claudia Scasciafratte 📅 THURSDAY, JULY 16 ⏰ 8:30 AM - Riders depart from Belmonte to Lisciano, stopping at Santuario Santa Maria de La Foresta 📅 FRIDAY, JULY 17 ⏰ 8:30 AM - Riders depart from Lisciano to Poggio Bustone, stopping at Santuario San Giacomo Maggiore (Poggio Bustone) ⏰ 8:00 PM-9:30 PM - Equestrian Show by Valentino Testa and Stefano Angelelli ⏰ 8:00 PM-9:30 PM - Equestrian Show by Le Amazzoni del Vento, Tavan's Ranch, ASD Ombra Mora, FR Ranch, M.R Woare ⏰ 9:30 PM - Dance Evening with Marianna Lanteri ⏰ 9:30 PM - Dance Evening with Matteo Tassi 📅 SATURDAY, JULY 18 ⏰ 8:30 AM - Riders depart from Poggio Bustone to Greccio, stopping at Santuario Francescano del Presepio (Greccio) ⏰ 6:00 PM - 'Battesimo della Sella' (First Ride) and 'Equa Cavallo' activities ⏰ 8:00 PM-9:30 PM - Equestrian Show by Butteri di Cottanello, I Cavalieri dell'Arca, Massimiliano Ioannilli, La Valle di Lady, Gran Galà Verona 2025, I Butteri della Montagna ⏰ 9:30 PM - Dance Evening with Stardust 90's 📅 SUNDAY, JULY 19 ⏰ 8:30 AM - Riders depart from Greccio to Belmonte, stopping at Santuario Fonte Colombo (1st Memorial Tinuccio Leoncini) ⏰ 10:00 AM - Amateur Gymkhana: 'I Trofeo Equifestival' ⏰ 5:00 PM - 'Palio dell'Anello' of the Paesi Reatini All day long: Team Cavezza, Team Teverini (carriage rides for everyone), Kids' Workshops, 'Battesimo della Sella' and Horse Balance activities. ⏰ 6:00 PM - Riders arrive: 'Il Cammino di Francesco a Cavallo', Awards Ceremony, Thanks ⏰ 9:30 PM - Dance Evening with Luca Sebastiani ⏰ 11:30 PM - Lottery Drawing DAILY: Food stands, exhibition stalls, and children's games are available from 5:30 PM until late into the night.