San Giovanni Battista (St. John the Baptist) is a significant figure in Christian tradition, and his feast day on June 24 has been celebrated in Abruzzo with Continue Reading
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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
Carnival is one of the most colourful and popular festivities in Abruzzo. Celebrated in February, before the start of Lent, it still retains some old pagan rituals Continue Reading
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
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
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
“Parenti serpenti” (the English title is “Dearest Relatives, Poisonous Relations”) is a dark comedy directed by Mario Monicelli, based on a play by Carmine Amoroso and filmed Continue Reading
Almost 30 years ago, the Carnival of Città Sant’Angelo was reborn, bringing together both young and old to celebrate the town’s ancient tradition. Paola Ceresano is a 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
La Giostra is the biggest event that should feature on your list of things to see in summer in Sulmona. The pandemic stopped it for two years, Continue Reading