August 4, 2026 – August 8, 2026 · Borgo Valsugana (TN)
The 30th Palio dela Brenta brings Borgo Valsugana to life with a rich program of historical and recreational events. From children's fairy tales to sporting challenges, costumed parades to open-air cinema, all culminating in the awarding of the Palio. It's a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in local tradition and fun.
While there isn't a specific menu provided, look forward to a dedicated food tent on Friday and Saturday evenings, hosted by the 'Sci Club Cima 12' association. Expect delicious local flavors and traditional Italian festival fare to fuel your fun!
📅 Tuesday, August 4th 📍 Chiostro del Municipio, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: 'IL CANTASTORIE SOTTO L'OMBRELLO' (The Storyteller Under the Umbrella) with Sabrina Bizzo and Augusto Faggioli. 📍 Campo da Calcio - Oratorio Bellesini, 8:00 PM: 'DISFIDA DEL PALIO CALCIO A5' (Palio Challenge 5-a-side Football). 📅 Wednesday, August 5th 📍 Chiostro del Municipio, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: 'IL CANTASTORIE SOTTO L'OMBRELLO' with Sabrina Bizzo and Augusto Faggioli. 📍 Bocciodromo comunale, 8:00 PM: 'DISFIDA DEL PALIO CON LE BOCCE' (Palio Bocce Ball Challenge). 📅 Thursday, August 6th 📍 Chiostro del Municipio, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: 'IL CANTASTORIE SOTTO L'OMBRELLO' with Sabrina Bizzo and Augusto Faggioli. 📍 Piazza Degasperi, 9:00 PM: Open-Air Cinema. 📅 Friday, August 7th 📍 Piazzale Bludenz, from 7:00 PM: Gastronomic Food Tent by 'Sci Club Cima 12' association. 📍 Casa Galvan/ Via Ortigara, 8:00 PM: Parade of the Two Contrade in Historical Costume. 📍 Piazza Degasperi, following the parade: Reading of the Challenges (Colt. Farina and Mastro Semola) and Official Start of the Palio Challenges (Washerwomen's Game, Stilts Race, Raft Race on the River). 📍 Piazza Degasperi, after the Raft Race: Fire Show. 📅 Saturday, August 8th 📍 Piazzale Bludenz, from 7:00 PM: Gastronomic Food Tent by 'Sci Club Cima 12' association. 📍 Piazzetta Teatro Vecchio, 6:30 PM: Departure of the Grand Historical Parade of the Palio dela Brenta. 📍 Piazza Degasperi, 7:00 PM: The Palio Challenges (Children's Games: The Crossing Game, The Reconstruction Game, The Stone Race; Mule Race). 📍 Piazza Degasperi, 9:30 PM: Awarding of the 39th 'PALIO DELA BRENTA'. 📍 Piazza Degasperi, 10:00 PM: Lottery Ticket Drawing for '130 ANNI DELLA PRO LOCO BORGO VALSUGANA'.