Spoleto Norcia in MTB
Spoleto Norcia (september)
The Spoleto Norcia in MTB is the perfect experience for biking and nature lovers. This event is held on the first days of September and attracts thousands of athletes (but not exclusive to) every year. It offers the opportunity to choose between four different tracks (varying in difficulty) so that everyone can choose the path that best suits their abilities! If you are not equipped with a bike, you can still participate by taking advantage of the Spoleto Norcia Rental bike service that offers different models such as MTB, E-MTB, City Bike, urban bike and touristic bike. This route is characterized by its "Spoleto Norcia old railway"! It is defined as a masterpiece in railway engineering and was created to connect the area of Norcia and the nearby Marche with Spoleto and Terni. This trail, also called the "Gottardo dell'Umbria", is 51 km long with 19 tunnels and 24 bridges. The trail, between Spoleto and the River Nera Valley, is made up of slopes up to 45 with stretch up to 1000. The uniqueness of this challenging trail makes this the perfect experience for those who want to test themselves and be one with nature!
Spoleto jazz 2024 (October – November)
Spoleto Jazz 2024, now in its fifth edition, will take place from 11 October to 7 November at the suggestive locations of the Teatro Caio Melisso – Spazio Carla Fendi and the Teatro Nuovo Gian Carlo Menotti. Organized by Visioninmusica with the sponsorship of the Municipality of Spoleto, the event offers three evenings of great contemporary jazz music, with internationally renowned artists. The opening of the festival will be given to the Greg Howe Trio, with a stage on the “Lost and Found” tour celebrating 40 years of career of the famous American guitarist. The second evening will see Stefano Di Battista Quintet perform a musical tribute dedicated to “La Dolce Vita” and Italian cinema. Finally, the closing will be entrusted to the Dave Weckl & Tom Kennedy Project, a stellar quartet that will propose original songs and innovative arrangements. In collaboration with Costa d’Oro, it will also be possible to live a sensory experience that combines music and olive oil tastings, with limited packages available for the public.
Tickets are available on Vivaticket.
FERENTILLO – “THE ROCCHE TELL”
“The Rocche tell” is a medieval reenactment that takes place in Ferentillo on the second half of August. Fourteen living paintings are acted out by the villagers to recount the history of the village through the centuries.
BENEDICTINE CELEBRATIONS – Norcia (March 21st, July 11th)
The Benedictine celebrations are celebrated in Norcia on two different occasions: the anniversary of Saint Benedict’s death (March 21st) and on Saint Benedict’s day (July 11th). A pivotal moment of these two events is the carrying of the Benedictine Flame, symbol of peace and brotherhood.
SAFFRON MARKET SHOW – Cascia (October)
In October, Cascia holds a market show entirely dedicated to saffron, a spice that has been present in our territory since the Middle Ages but whose cultivation has only recently been picked up again.
FESTIVAL OF THE TWO WORLDS – SPOLETO FESTIVAL
This music and opera festival is held in Spoleto every year between June and July, usually lasting seventeen days totally. Its first edition dates back to 1958 and the town of Spoleto was chosen as the perfect location for European and American culture to encounter one another thus giving this event the name of “Two Worlds festival”. Although this partnership with the counterpart US festival lasted only fifteen years, the spirit of Spoleto Festival is unchanged to this day.
FROM BONFIRES TO PASQUARELLE – NATIVITIES’ EXHIBITION IN CASCIA (December – January)
In Cascia, at Christmas time, you can visit the exhibition of Nativities. You can find Nativities of all kinds and materials: from ice to pasta, from bread to glass or cloth. This festival ends with a series of events, the main one being the “Pasquarelle festival” where traditional old songs are sung to celebrate the birth of Jesus and the New Year.
INFIORATA – Spello (June)
In June, Spello’s pavements are covered up with floral paintings with religious motifs. The event takes place in June, during the feast of the Corpus Domini and is called “Infiorata”. The most important moment is the Night of the Flowers, between the Saturday and Sunday of the Corpus Domini, when people of all ages work together to create the flower pictures which will be on display along the streets of the town.
Dolci d’Italia
Spoleto (october- november)
Dolci d'Italia is an event that is held every year in the historic center of Spoleto between late October and early November. This event is dedicated to Italian pastries and deserts in order to promote the vast Italian confectionery traditions, with opportunities to indulge in tastings! Within this festival you can learn all the chef's secrets, thanks to Sweet Academy, and purchase any confectionery products that make your taste buds dance! Cake design workshops, itineraries, themed activities for children, musical performances and so much more! For four days, Spoleto is the place to be for an exciting journey through the typical Italian delicacies! If you have a sweet tooth for the world of bakery, we’ll see you there!
EaT, Enogastronomia a Teatro (Spoleto, November)
EaT – Enogastronomia a Teatro is a unique event that will be held in Spoleto from 21 to 24 November 2024. This event, now in its third edition, combines food, wine and entertainment in a complete sensory experience. The events will take place in two of the most evocative locations of the city: the Teatro Caio Melisso and the Teatrino delle Sei. The festival offers four days of theatre, music and food and wine tastings, transforming the theatre into a celebration of food and wine culture. The performances include culinary narratives, shows that explore the link between art and gastronomy, and tastings of typical products from Umbria. Among the events, the Play EaT Call selects innovative shows related to the theme of food, offering an opportunity for artists to present works related to contemporary food and wine. EaT is a must for food and culture lovers, where the public can live an immersive experience that combines taste, art and entertainment.
BLACK DIAMOND – Scheggino (April)
In Scheggino there is a festival where once again the protagonist is the famous Umbrian black truffle: the Black Diamond Festival.
BENEDICTINE CELEBRATIONS
The Benedictine celebrations are celebrated in Norcia on two different occasions: the anniversary of Saint Benedict’s death (March 21st) and on Saint Benedict’s day (July 11th). A pivotal moment of these two events is the carrying of the Benedictine Flame, symbol of peace and brotherhood.
FIOR DI CACIO – Vallo di Nera (June)
Vallo di Nera turns into the capital town of cheese (“cacio”) with an event entirely dedicated to cheeses of all kinds and tastes. The main event is surely the presentation of the” Maxi Ricotta”.