Feast of the cuckolds! A funny parade fools the betrayed husband and wives of the village of San Valentino, in the night before Saint Martin’s Day, which is considered also the Feast of cuckolds. Read more.
5-6 December:Saint Nicholas’ broad beans.The broad beans are boiled by the village women in giant pots and eaten together the “panicelle”, loaves of bread with Saint Nicholas’ mark impressed Read more.
On 6th December: the Faugni.The name of this celebration comes from the ancient Romanic word “fauni ignis” for bunches of canes: they were burned, according the tradition, to greet the winter solstice Read more.
8/12 - 6/01 “Genti della Laga” (“people living on the Laga mountains”) is one of the biggest minute cribs in Abruzzo
An artistic crib is set in the cloister of the Church of Zoccolanti during Christimas holidays (8/12-6/01)
The exhibition of artistic Christmas cribs is held in the Diocleziano Auditorium (15/12 - 15/01)
A Living crib is set up in a cave under the Caldora Castle, standing over the main street of Pacentro, full of shops and old inns (on 26/12)
The Nativity Tableau is performed along the paths of the oak wood on the Gran Sasso - Laga Park on 26th December
The Nativity Tableau is held in a cave of St. Martin Valley. Child Jesus is embodied by the last born in the village on 28th December
A medieval crib is re-enacted with magical settings, Christmas songs, and soft light on 28th 29th December
The Nativity Tableau is the most famous and the oldest one in Abruzzo. The scenery is surreal: a hundred characters, the valley lit up by torches...the most suggestive event in Italy.
The Nativity Tableau called “The Nativity” is organized in the natural setting of the old center of the town on 6th January
in Civitella Alfedena the papier-machè crib is set up along the streets of the hamlet from 8/12 to 15/01
“La Panarda” in Villavallelonga: a very rich ritual banquet with folk songs, coming from a Saint Anthony’s miracle, has to be entirely eaten by all the guests. Read more.
Procession in honour of Saint Sebastian, the androgyne Saint depicted by a lot of famous painters. In San Tommaso square a little Steambot, a coloured boat model made in paper, is set alight. 20th Jan Read more.
I santi sposi event on 23th Jan. The wedding scene between Mary and Joseph is performed in the church of San Cristinziano with the blessing and the exchange of rings and the sharing of sugared almonds Read more.
Cette fin de semaine les #Abruzzes seront à Bruxelles au Salon des Vacances au Palais 5 stand 5440! Read more.
3/02 Saint Blaise’s Feast: A great round biscuit made of wheat flour, called Tarallo, is made by the women of the town and taken in procession. Finally it is sold to people.
4-5/02 Saint Agatha’s Feast: Saint Agatha’s statue is carried in procession by the women of the village, because the Saint protects wet-nurses: they have to eat loaves of bread in the shape of breasts
Abruzzo is here! Come to visit us at the Holiday World fair 2013 in Prague - stand n. PK 230. Read more.
De Regio Abruzzo,samen met het Nationaal Park Abruzzo,is aanwezig op de Fiets en Wandelbeurs,is te vinden op haar eigen stand nr.9F40 voor de presentatie van Abruzzo aan het toerisme in het buitenland Read more.
The Carnival of Abruzzo in Francavilla al Mare is the oldest one in the region. Every year the event is inspired with caricature and satire to characters and events risen to the attention of the media
The Carnival of Chieti: in the ancient Teate, after the procession the figure of Carnival is taken to a public square and hanged.
“The heir” in Nerito of Crognaleto: the Carnival is the occasion to celebrate the first newborn babies of the new year with a traditional banquet.
The dead Carnival in Montorio al Vomano: an unusual Carnival is celebrated in Montorio: the “dead” Carnival, on Ash Wednesday.
Die Abruzzen auf der F.RE.E. Messe in München (Halle B5, Stand 440) Read more.
The procession of the Holy Thorn - Friday before Palm Sunday: the relic is said to come from Christ’s thorn crown: it is carried through the streets in a solemn, torch-lit procession. Read more.
The representation of the Passion of Christ - Palm Sunday - The most picturesque corners of the historic center are set up with scenes from the Passion that change every year. photo Giovanni Romagnoli Read more.
The procession of the dead Christ - Good Friday - Here is held one of the most ancient Good Friday services in Italy. The playing of Miserere (a solemn funeral march) is very impressing Read more.
The procession of the dead Christ - Good Friday - The main features of this procession are the statues in modern art, created by well-known Italian artists. Read more.
The procession of Madonna Desolata-On the morning of Good Friday,the statue of the Madonna is carried by some women and pass on the way called of the seven churches: she is looking for the dead Christ Read more.
The parade of the Trinitarians Confraternity - Good Friday - The procession moves through the streets of Sulmona, preceded by a brass band Read more.
The Procession of the dead Christ - Good Friday - The procession is organized by the “Oration and Death congregation”. The Cireneo carries Jesus’ Cross, of 25 Kilos weight. Read more.
The torch-lit procession - Good Friday - The procession flows under the light of torches, through the narrow streets of the village, facing the suggestive Sagittario gorge.
Madonna running in the Square - Easter - The event is repeated every year on the morning of Easter in the spectacular Garibaldi Square, thronged by an immense multitude of people. Read more.
The scenes of the Talami -Monday after Easter - An ancient procession of painted floats representing episodes from the Bible, on the Monday after Easter. It is repeated in the night of 15th August. Read more.
The living Passion - Holy Wednesday - The Christ Passion is performed in scenes, on the background of the ancient village of Gessopalena,made of quarried chalk. Biennal event (next on 16th April 2014) Read more.
Our Lady Shining 21-23 April. For three days the Madonna is celebrated with concerts with folk musical bands. She appeared to a farmer in all her shine, in the same place where today the Church lays. Read more.
The festival of the Loads – Saturday before 28th April. It is held in honour of the Patron Saint Vitale. Decorated tractors take the wheat to the mill where it is used to make the typical pasta“sagne” Read more.
“Lu lope”, the miracle of the wolf – first sunday of May. Traditional feast dedicated to Saint Dominic. The mystery play “Saint Dominic and the wolf” is performed near the forest. Read more.
The Procession of Snakehunters – Cocullo (Aq) – 1st May. Procession in honour of Saint Dominic, in fact the statue of the Saint is carried in procession covered with snakes. Read more.
Feast of our Lady of Freedom – first week-end of May. The devotees get to the altar on their knees. The writer Ignazio Silone described this ancient rite in his novel “Fontamara” Read more.
Pardon Day – first week-end of May. A plenary indulgence is celebrated in honour of Saint Thomas Apostle, accompanied by a spectacular parade of silver keys and a procession on the sea. Read more.
The procession of the young Virgins - 8th May. The Feast commemorates the miracle that occurred in 1974, when the rain finally fell after a long period of drought. Read more.
Saint Gemma –11-12 May.The two delegations from Saint Sebastian in Marsi,where Saint Gemma was born, and from Goriano Sicoli, where the young shepherd girl was imprisoned, go together to the Sanctuary Read more.
Pilgrimage to the hermitage of San Venanzio –18th May.The pilgrims practice the ancient ritual of lithotherapy by rubbing their bodies against the sacred stone with its prints,as a cure for rheumatism Read more.
Feast of the Holy Face – third Sunday of May The Cloth with the Holy Face of Christ impressed, hosted by the Sanctuary of Manoppello, is carried in a procession. Read more.
The Banderesi Festival – Sunday before 25th May.The event recalls the friendship between the city of Chieti andmBucchianico.The Feast includes several folkloric moments, spread in about ten days. Read more.
Saint Mauro’s Feast – last Sunday of May. The Sanctuary hosts the blessed olive oil, that is considered a cure for bones disease. Read more.
Festival of the Narcissus – Rocca di Mezzo (Aq) – 2nd June. A Parade arranged with narcissus flowers passes in the village: their scent fill the air. Read more.
The Ox of Saint Zopito – Day of Pentecost. A white ox, dressed with coloured decorations, is ridden by a girl dressed in white, and taken to the church. This tradition dates back to 1711. Read more.
La Madonna dei Sette Dolori - first Sunday of June. People celebrate the anniversary of the apparition of the Madonna in the place where today the Church of Seven Pains lies.
Our Lady of Miracles– 10th 11th June The pilgrimage to the Sanctuary were so impressive that the poet G.d’Annunzio mentioned it in “Triumph of the death”, and the painter F. P. Michetti represented it Read more.
The Feast of St.Onofrio and St. Anthony-12th-13rd June.The pilgrimage to the hermitage of S.Onofrio starts in Serramonacesca and climbs upwards.A parade of girls offer bread in honour of S. Anthony Read more.
Arriva in Abruzzo, XTerra, network mondiale di sport natura. 21/06 Conferenza stampa - ore 10.30 - sala Blu Read more.
XTERRA UNICA TAPPA ITALIANA !!! Il mondo del Triathlon off road a Scanno (AQ) dal 19 al 21 Luglio 2013 Read more.
19/07 ore 10.30 inizierà la presentazione della pista ciclopedonale d'Abruzzo, presso l'Aurum di Pescara
Feast of Saint Pantaleone - 26th-27th July. This Feast inspired the painting by Francesco Paolo Michetti “The vow” and one of the short stories written by Gabriele d’Annunzio. Read more.
International Folk Meeting– First week of August.This prestigious festival hosts international folk groups.Performances of the laccio d'amore, a archaic dance typical of wedding feasts, are celebrated Read more.
The month dedicated to “Brodetto” – June&July event about culture and gastronomy, celebrating the famous fish soup of Vasto, called “brodetto”. Numerous side events take place. Read more.
The Toson d’oro (Order of the Golden Fleece) – end of August. Historical re-enactment in Renaissance costumes Read more.
Mary of the Turks – First Sunday of AugustRe-enactment of a battle between Turks and Christians Read more.
The Chivalry Joust of Europe–1st weekend of August.It is meant to ease the dialogue between peoples of different cultures. The performances are like to Jousts of Sulmona and begin at 4.00 p.m Read more.
Feast of Our Lady of the Safe Harbour – The first week-end of AugustThis is the most ancient folk Feast dedicated to Our Lady, protector of sailors and fishermen. A procession takes place on the sea. Read more.
“Certame della Balestra” (The crossbow contest) – The first half of AugustIt’s a historical re-enactment of the encounter between Cantelmo, duke of Popoli, and the King Ferdinand of Aragon. Read more.
Festival of “Ddu’ bbotte” – The second week-end of AugustThe “ddu’ bbotte” is a kind of hand-organ, celebrated in this festival where typical meals and salami are served. Read more.
“Il Catenaccio” – 14th AugustThis ceremony takes place reminding the ancient wedding rituals and procession, in traditional costumes and he women of the village form a human chain (called Catenaccio) Read more.
Celestine’s Forgiveness – 28th-29th August. The solemn rite of the plenary indulgence form is renewed: the congregation pass through the Holy Door to visit the St. Mary on Collemaggio’s Basilica
Ancient jobs’ Festival–Last Saturday of August.The craftsmen show in the old center the most ancient and beautiful jobs.In the afternoon there are tastings of local products, music and costume parades Read more.
The MastroGiurato – First Sunday of SeptemberHistorical re-enactment with medieval settings.The event culminates in the historical parade which takes place in the first Sunday of September Read more.
Feast of Saint Mary Odigitria – 8th SeptemberThis is a Greek orthodox celebration, dedicated to Mary Odigitria. In ancient Greek “odigitria” means someone who teaches, who shows the direction Read more.
The Gift to Saint Mary of the bridge – 8th SeptemberA procession of women carries gifts from the fields to Our Lady. Read more.
The race of the“Zingari”–First Sunday of SeptemberIn honour of the Madonna of Loreto,the young barefoot bachelors(the zingari)run down from Pietra Spaccata to reach the St Maria of Loreto’s Church. Read more.
Feast of Our Lady of the Mountain –10th-12th SeptemberThe women carry the statue of Our Lady of the Mountain to the Sanctuary,into the ancient forest of Lupara,in the quarter of Santa Maria del Monte Read more.
Feast of Saint Cosma and Saint Damian – 26th-27th September A procession of “conocchie” (typical copper pots made in Abruzzo) full of wheat celebrates the Saints Cosma and Saint Damian. Read more.
Feast of Saint Cosma and Saint Damian – 26th-27th September. A procession of “conocchie” (typical copper pots made in Abruzzo) full of wheat celebrates the Saints Cosma and Saint Damian Read more.
Feast of Saint Cosma and Saint Damian -26th-27th September.A procession of “conocchie”(typical copper pots made in Abruzzo) full of wheat celebrates the Saints Cosma and Saint Damian. Read more.
