Altro · August 10, 2026 – August 23, 2026 · Città della Pieve (PG)
Step back in time with the Palio dei Terzieri in Città della Pieve, a captivating event that brings Renaissance history and atmosphere to life through a series of engaging activities. The highlight of the festival is the majestic Historical Parade and the 'Caccia del Toro' (Bull Hunt), a bloodless re-enactment of ancient Sienese hunting traditions. Local taverns will serve delicious Umbrian-Tuscan specialties, including unique dishes like 'Lumache al pizzico' (snails with a special sauce) and 'Stinco dell'arciere' (archer's shank).
Indulge in authentic Umbrian-Tuscan culinary traditions at the festival taverns. Savor unique local specialties such as 'Lumache al pizzico,' a distinctive snail dish, and 'Stinco dell'arciere,' a hearty slow-cooked shank, alongside other traditional regional recipes.
The Palio dei Terzieri offers a rich program of events: 📅 Monday, August 10 🎵 9:30 PM - Bottega dell'Arte presents 'Scene di quotidianità in casa del Vannucci,' a theatrical performance at Orti del Vescovo. 📅 Tuesday, August 11 🎵 6:00 PM - Enjoy 'Un viaggio musicale' with the Coro Cutty Sark Singers, a concert of Renaissance and contemporary music at Cattedrale dei SS. Gervasio e Protasio. 🎭 9:00 PM - Experience 'Tempo di Vita,' a historical re-enactment during Notte del Barbacane in the streets and squares of Terziere Casalino. 📅 Wednesday, August 12 🎭 9:00 PM - Notte del Barbacane continues with 'Tempo di Guerra,' another historical re-enactment in the streets and squares of Terziere Casalino. 📅 Thursday, August 13 🛍️ 9:00 PM - Witness the 'Uscita del Banditore' (Herald's Proclamation) and explore the Fiera di San Rocco, featuring artisan workshops, ancient crafts, and itinerant performances in the streets and squares of Terziere Castello. 📅 Friday, August 14 🛍️ 9:00 PM - The Fiera di San Rocco continues with more artisan workshops, ancient crafts, and itinerant performances in the streets and squares of Terziere Castello. 📅 Saturday, August 15 ⚔️ 10:45 PM - Don't miss the 'Lancio della Sfida tra Terzieri' (Challenge between the Districts) in Piazza Plebiscito. 📅 Sunday, August 16 🔥 10:00 PM - Celebrate the patron saint San Rocco with a festival featuring fire-eaters and jugglers from the Terziere in Piazza Plebiscito. 📅 Monday, August 17 🎵 6:00 PM - The Polifonica Pievese presents 'Torno alla Pieve,' a concert of Renaissance songs and music inspired by Città della Pieve at Cattedrale dei SS. Gervasio e Protasio. 🍽️ 7:30 PM - Enjoy a Renaissance Dinner, 'Alimentazione e Banchetti ai tempi del Perugino,' at the Taverne dei Terzieri. 📅 Tuesday, August 18 🎉 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM - Immerse yourself in the De Burgi Gaudio, a Renaissance fair with games and shows in the streets and squares of Terziere Borgodentro. 📢 7:00 PM - The 'Uscita del Banditore' (Herald's Proclamation) takes place in Piazza Matteotti. ⚔️ 9:00 PM - Witness 'I custodi oscuri di Bandino, lame e furie del Rinascimento,' a carousel of master swordsmen by Sgherri di Balia at Rocca Medievale. 📅 Wednesday, August 19 🎉 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM - The De Burgi Gaudio Renaissance fair continues with games and shows in the streets and squares of Terziere Borgodentro. 📅 Thursday, August 20 🎭 9:30 PM - Enjoy 'Stiamo Calmi (c'è ancora tempo),' a theatrical performance by Compagnia dell'Orca at Giardini della Rocca. 🥁 11:00 PM - Experience 'Il Battito del Borgo,' a captivating show of drummers and flag-wavers in Piazza Plebiscito. 📅 Friday, August 21 🎲 10:00 PM - Join the 'Ludi Iuvenales,' traditional popular games among the youth of the Terzieri in Piazza Plebiscito. 📅 Saturday, August 22 🚩 10:30 PM - Witness an exhibition by the Compagnia Sbandieratori e Musici di Città della Pieve at P.zza Plebiscito - Campo Sportivo 'Serenella Baglioni.' 📅 Sunday, August 23 🐎 5:00 PM - The grand finale: the Historical Parade and 'Caccia del Toro' (Bull Hunt) at Piazza Plebiscito - Campo Sportivo 'Serenella Baglioni' (ticketed event).