If you travel to Italy in November and plan to move a little from the standard plan to visit the maximum number of attractions, then this article will definitely be useful to you. We have compiled a list of amazing events - festivals and holidays that will be held in sunny Italy in November, and to miss which, while in the country, is simply unforgivable.
Bologna Jazz Festival
What could be more relaxing than a glass of excellent wine accompanied by light jazz motifs? That is why the person who suggested holding a jazz festival in the fall can be called a genius. Just listen to the music and let it bring you back to the warm summer nights not so long ago, or where you would most like to be. The Bologna Jazz Festival is considered one of the most important in Italy. That is why a huge number of talented musicians come here who want to share with everyone their own vision of music, speaking at the best venues in Bologna and Ferrara. In addition to professional jazz musicians, the most outstanding students of the Bologna Conservatory give concerts at the festival.
When? From October 28 to November 22
Where? Bologna / Ferrara (Bologna / Ferrara)
Ticket price: varies. You can find out the cost of a concert here: www.vivaticket.it
Find out details: www.bolognajazzfestival.com
Merano Wine Festival
For over 10 years, this amazing wine festival has invariably gathered hundreds of true connoisseurs of beauty from around the world. Leading wine producers also come here in an effort to showcase their latest products. Within the framework of the Merano Wine Festival, not only tastings of the popular drink are held, but also master classes, where guests of this event can learn a lot of new and interesting information about the production and selection of the best wines. A novelty of the upcoming festival will be the Cult 2014 project, in which famous Italian wine brands will take part. Among other things, a festival between talented chefs will take place at the festival in Merano.
When? November 7-10
Where? Merano
Ticket price: about 90 euros. You can specify the cost here
Find out details: www.meranowinefestival.com/en/merano-winefestival/merano-winefestival
White Truffle Festival in Piedmont
Autumn is the brightest “truffle” season in Piedmont: the Alba White Truffle Festival (the White Truffle Festival) takes place there, the main character of which, as you may have guessed, is the famous type of truffles “Tartufo Bianco”, which are collected in the fall. This event, which actually turns out to be quite large-scale, is an excellent opportunity for collectors of famous mushrooms to sell their produce.
When? From October 11 to November 16
Where? Alba
Ticket price: 2,5 euro
Find out details: www.fieradeltartufo.org
Verona Equestrian Festival
The Fieracavalli International Horse Show is one of the most famous and visited equestrian festivals in Italy, in which the best athletes and the best horses of the country compete for the main prize - the title of champion of the exhibition. This year, the organizers promise colorful performances by riders and horses, exhibitions of American, Arab, Italian and Spanish horses, a children's section, as well as a unique exhibition of clothes, equipment and accessories, and much more.
When? November 7-11
Where? Verona
Ticket price: from 12 to 42 euros depending on the event and age category. You can specify the cost here
Find out details: www.fieracavalli.it
Feast of the Holy Madonna della Salute in Venice
Unlike many other events taking place in Italy, this holiday (Festa della Madonna della Salute) does not gather crowds of tourists, but a huge number of local residents who celebrate November 21 as the end of the terrible plague that attacked Venice in the 15th century. This tragic page in the history of the country invariably causes a lot of emotions in the city's inhabitants on the water. Thousands of pilgrims come to Venice to celebrate the anniversary of the victory over the disease, which claimed thousands of lives, and visit the famous church of Santa Maria della Salute (Basillica di Santa Maria della Salute) to thank the Virgin Mary for her help in the fight against the disease. If you are still determined to separate from the crowd of city guests and plunge into the amazing traditions of this day, then you definitely need to visit this holiday.
When? November 21
Where? Venice
Ticket price: is free
Find out details: www.eventiesagre.it
Rome Jazz Festival
The Roman Jazz Festival (Roma Jazz Festival) is a real celebration of the revival of the popular musical culture that captured Italy after the arrival of American soldiers during the Second World War. This action has been going on for almost a whole month, giving all jazz lovers the opportunity to plunge headlong into the world of wonderful music, into the world of special Italian jazz. The festival hosts numerous concerts and exhibitions, the schedule of which can be found on the official website.
When? November 9-30
Where? Rome
Ticket price: varies depending on the schedule.
Find out details: www.romajazzfestival.it
