Events in Sardinia: weekend 15-17 May 2026

From 15 to 17 May 2026 Sardinia hosts a rich programme of events spanning tradition, food and wine, music and culture. Below is a practical selection of the main appointments to help you organise your weekend.

Main events

• 17 May — Cavalcata Sarda (Sassari): the historic parade celebrates its 75th anniversary featuring traditional costumes, horses and folkloric reenactments. Complementary initiatives take place across several days in the city.
• 9–30 May — Exhibition “Identità svelate” (Sassari): a city-wide exhibition in various cultural venues, running during the Cavalcata — suitable for culture lovers and photo walks.
• 16–17 May — Primavera nel Cuore della Sardegna / Monumenti Aperti (Triei and Alghero): guided routes, extraordinary openings of monuments, food routes and local crafts.
• 16–19 May — Fiera di Santa Lucia (Serri): the 180th edition with markets, livestock shows, tastings and evening performances.
• 12–17 May — Festa di San Simplicio (Olbia): religious and civil traditions with concerts, processions and local specialties.
• 15–17 May — Sagra del Pilau (Calasetta): tastings of the traditional dish, live music and seaside activities.
• 17 May — Sagra della Mandorla (Villanovafranca): part of the Primavera in Marmilla program, featuring local products and cultural events.
• 15–17 May — Festa di Sant’Isidoro (Villacidro): three days celebrating rural traditions, processions and family entertainment.
• 15–17 May — Festa di San Giorgio (Arbatax): religious celebrations and community gatherings.
• 16–17 May — La Grande Jatte (Cagliari): Victorian steampunk festival with exhibitions, performances and themed events.
• 16–17 May — Ananda Yoga and Divinity Retreat (Castiadas): a two-day retreat focused on yoga, meditation and inner practices.
• Throughout the month — Exhibitions in Cagliari: major exhibitions are open in the city, including shows dedicated to artists such as Antonio Ligabue and the Tutankhamun exhibition.

Practical tips

To make the most of your weekend, consider the following:

• Check schedules and updates: many events may have special hours or change in case of bad weather.
• Transport and parking: plan travel in advance, especially in busy towns like Sassari and Cagliari; look for public transport options or event shuttles.
• Bookings: check whether tastings, guided tours or retreats require prior reservation.
• Itineraries: if you intend to visit multiple towns in one weekend, plan realistic routes considering distances and travel times.

For detailed timetables, ticket information and full programmes consult the official event calendars of the individual locations before you travel.