What's On In Tuscany

Tuscany is alive with vibrant festivals, world-class performances, and unforgettable cultural experiences all year round. Whether you’re a food lover, art enthusiast, music fan, or history buff, there’s always something happening on this enchanting island.

From food and wine festivals celebrating Sicily’s rich culinary heritage to open-air opera, art exhibitions, and traditional festivities, discover the best events to make your trip truly unforgettable.

See what’s happening during your visit and experience Tuscany like a local!

Art

& Culture

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Arezzo Città del Natale – Arezzo

Arezzo turns into a full “Christmas city” with light installations, markets, attractions and themed villages spread across the his…

Christmas Markets – Lucca & Pistoia

Lucca and Pistoia host charming Christmas markets with wooden stalls, artisan goods and festive lights brightening their walled an…

Nativity Routes – Siena Province

Florence’s monuments and riverfront are illuminated with artistic projections during the annual winter light festival. The even…

Winter Craft Fair – Florence (FI)

Siena dresses its medieval streets with lights and displays nativity scenes in churches and courtyards. Visitors can wander fro…

Holiday Illuminations – Pisa (PI)

Pisa’s Lungarni and central streets shine with Christmas lights, adding winter charm to the city best known for its Leaning Tower.…

Epiphany & La Befana Celebrations – Florence and Surrounding Towns

Experience the magical Cavalcata dei Magi parade in Florence, followed by charming Befana traditions in Tuscany’s hilltop towns. …

Festa della Befana & Artisan Markets — Arezzo

Discover Arezzo’s warm and authentic Befana festival filled with artisan markets, performances and traditional celebrations. Arez…

San Antonio Abate Celebrations — Siena Province

Witness one of Tuscany’s most heartfelt traditions with animal blessings and rural celebrations across the Siena countryside. Sai…

Sant’Antonio Bonfires — Pugliano & Southern Tuscany

Enjoy a rustic winter night in Pugliano with traditional bonfires, local food and a truly authentic Tuscan atmosphere. These bonf…

Carnevale Preview Events — Viareggio

Get a behind-the-scenes look at Viareggio’s iconic Carnival with float previews, workshops and early festivities. Visiting Viareg…

Food

& Festival

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Mostra Mercato del Tartufo Bianco

In the Crete Senesi, San Giovanni d’Asso celebrates the prized white truffle with a market, tastings and countryside events. Vi…

Benvenuto Brunello – Montalcino (SI)

Wine professionals and enthusiasts gather in Montalcino to welcome the new vintage of Brunello di Montalcino. Guests can attend…

Prim’Olio Primovino – Camaiore (LU)

In the Versilia area, Camaiore hosts a festival dedicated to new-season olive oil, wine and autumn products. Stalls line the st…

Festa dell’Olio – San Quirico d’Orcia (SI)

San Quirico d’Orcia devotes four days to its new extra-virgin olive oil with tastings, markets and walks through UNESCO-protected …

Winter Food Village – Montepulciano (SI)

Greve in Chianti hosts a winter edition of its food-and-wine events, focusing on robust reds and hearty Tuscan dishes. Travelle…

Music

& Theatre

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Christmas Concert Series – Florence

Churches and theatres across Florence present Christmas concerts, from choral works to orchestral performances. Visitors can …

New Year’s Concert – Siena

Siena welcomes the new year with a classical concert in one of its elegant theatres or halls. It’s a refined way to start the y…

Winter Opera – Lucca

Lucca honours its most famous son, Giacomo Puccini, with winter opera performances and recitals. Travellers can attend intimate…

Holiday Theatre – Pisa

Pisa’s main theatres host a mix of drama, comedy, dance and music during the winter season. The programme appeals to visitors s…

Jazz d’Inverno – Arezzo

After the Christmas lights fade, Arezzo continues to attract visitors with a winter jazz programme in clubs and theatres. Trave…

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