In January, Abruzzo celebrates festivals dedicated to Saint Anthony the Abbot (Sant’Andònie), one of Abruzzo’s most beloved saints. These celebrations blend deeply rooted religious traditions with lively Continue Reading
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Every year Abruzzo celebrates autumn with lively chestnut festivals. Small towns across the region fill with delicious aromas of roasting chestnuts, hot vin brulè, and live music. Continue Reading
Summer is here and with it come traditional festivals, sagre, and concerts. What are your plans? See below our pick of some of the best summer festivals Continue Reading
Easter in Abruzzo is filled with exciting things to do. There will be many religious processions, traditional celebrations and, naturally, plenty of food. Starting on Holy Thursday, Continue Reading
Evviva Sant'Antonio! You will hear this exclamation across the region on January 16-17 as Abruzzo celebrates the feast of Sant'Antonio Abate, the protector of domestic animals and Continue Reading
Christmas in Abruzzo is magical. The twinkling lights, jolly atmosphere, and delicious traditional food await you in picturesque mountain villages and, if we are lucky, the mountain Continue Reading
As the leaves on trees start turning golden and flame-red, the aroma of roasted chestnuts begins to float in the air. For centuries, the woods across Abruzzo Continue Reading
After two pandemic years, Christmas celebrations and holiday markets in Abruzzo are better than ever. While our region never features as a top of Christmas destinations in Continue Reading
Every year, Abruzzo celebrates Christmas with nativity scenes. Miniature and made by local artisans, or live scenes played by children and adults, they are joyous events with Continue Reading
UPDATE 2023: We have an e-book "41 Summer Festivals in Abruzzo" with detailed listings for this year. It is available here. Summers in Abruzzo are always filled Continue Reading