Folklore-Traditions
Fanòve feast – Castellana
January 11th. Religious devotion and popular tradition. Spectacular bonfires
Pentema Nativity Scene – close to Torriglia
The whole village of Pentema for Christmas turns into a nativity scene with life-size characters
The Lighting of the Fòcara – Novoli
January 16th – One of the biggest bonfires in the Mediterranean region
Feast of Sant’Antonio Abate – Collelongo
16-17 January An ancient feast dated back over 400 years ago
Peasant Wedding in Castelrotto (Bolzano)
January 19th, 2025. One of the most fascinating historical reenactments in South Tyrol.
Feast of Saint Agatha (Agata) – Catania
From February 3rd to 5th, the feast of Saint Agatha, Patroness of the city
Saint Valentine’s feast – Terni
On February 14 the feast dedicated to Saint Valentine, protector of lovers
The Walking Forest – Satriano Carnival
1-2 March 2025 The unusual Carnival, a Walking Forest with men dressed as trees