October 31, 2026 · Riolo Terme (RA)
The 33rd edition of Samhain - Capodanno Celtico brings Riolo Terme to life with a rich program of Celtic and Halloween-themed events. Admission is free and includes magic shows, artisan markets, Celtic and rock music, and a captivating final parade with a fireworks display.
📅 October 31, 2026 📍 From 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM at BIBLIOTECA VIA GRAMSCI 11: "Caccia ai sette sigilli" (Hunt for the Seven Seals) - a family-friendly activity. Participation fee: €5.00 per person. 📍 4:00 PM at ROCCA DI RIOLO: "Maleficarum tra ombre, sabba e antiche paure" (Maleficarum: Among Shadows, Sabbats, and Ancient Fears). A narrated tour through the castle halls dedicated to witchcraft, departing hourly until 11:00 PM. 📍 4:00 PM at ROCCA DI RIOLO: "Junior Rocca Escape Speciale Halloween." An escape game for children and families with a Halloween theme. 📍 4:30 PM at PIAZZA MAZZANTI: "Le magie della Strega Trilli" (The Magic of Witch Trilli). An interactive magic show for children and the whole family. 📍 5:00 PM at CORSO MATTEOTTI (UNTIL EVENT CLOSURE): "Il Mercatino di Samhain" (The Samhain Market) - a shopping corner featuring handmade Celtic, Norse, pagan, and dark fantasy items. 📍 FROM 5:00 PM at SALA SANTE GHINASSI: "Piccoli brividi" (Little Chills). Thrilling readings, face painting for kids, and creative Halloween-themed workshops. 📍 6:00 PM in the HISTORIC CENTER: Performance by Compagnia de lo Grifone. Stilt walkers, musicians, and dancers will entertain the village while awaiting the clash of lights and shadows. 📍 7:00 PM at PIAZZA MAZZANTI: "Omaggio agli antenati delle genti della Romagna" (Homage to the Ancestors of the Romagna People). Setting up the table of the deceased with gifts and traditional dishes. Opportunity to honor your loved ones. 📍 7:30 PM at PARCO PERTINI: Tamburini di Brisighella (Drummers of Brisighella). 📍 8:30 PM at PARCO PERTINI: Brutti di Fosco Live. A fusion of Celtic and rock music. 📍 9:00 PM in the HISTORIC CENTER: Performance by Compagnia de lo Grifone. Stilt walkers, musicians, and dancers will entertain the village while awaiting the clash of lights and shadows. 📍 10:00 PM at MUNICIPIO: Lux Arcana fire show. 📍 10:30 PM at PARCO PERTINI: Sirio Dj Set. 📍 11:00 PM from CORSO MATTEOTTI TO THE ROCCA: "Corteo Luci e Ombre" (Lights and Shadows Parade). The parade will conclude with a fire performance by Compagnia de lo Grifone. 📍 11:45 PM at PIAZZA MAZZANTI: "Fuochi di Samhain" (Samhain Fires) in the epic final clash, featuring the burning of a large monster and a fireworks display from the Rocca di Riolo. 📍 12:00 AM at PARCO PERTINI: Half Man Half Not Electro-Viking-Metal Dj Set.