Weekend May 9-10, 2026: festivals, fairs and events across Italy

Weekend May 9-10, 2026: what to do in Italy

The second weekend of May features many outdoor events for excursions, tastings and local celebrations. Below is a region-by-region selection and practical advice to organize your visit.

Main events by region

• Liguria: Camogli Fish Festival (May 9-10); Aromatica in Diano Marina (May 8-10).
• Aosta Valley and Piedmont: Rally della Valle d'Aosta (47th edition) and MegaMuseo initiatives; Cuneo Montagna Festival; Terra and Biodiversity Market in San Giorgio Canavese.
• Lombardy: Historical reenactment of the Battle of the Bridge in Lodi (May 9-10); Morbegno Alps' Festival for mountain activities.
• Veneto and Trentino-Alto Adige: Le Piazze dei Sapori in Verona (May 7-10); Valsugana Sustainable Fair in Levico Terme (May 9-10); Rovereto & Comics in Rovereto (May 9-10).
• Emilia-Romagna and Tuscany: Monterosso Festival in Castell'Arquato (May 9-10); Urban Food Festival in Empoli (May 7-10); antique markets in Pistoia.
• Umbria and Marche: Spring and Garden Festival at the Lavandeto of Assisi (May 9-10); Torgiano Green Fest; Festa dell'Europa in Macerata (May 7-10); Flower Festival in Fano.
• Lazio and Abruzzo: Events of Maggio romano and activities at Rome Botanical Garden (May 9-10); Bear Weekend in the Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park (May 9-10).
• Southern Italy (Campania, Molise, Puglia, Basilicata, Calabria): Maggio dei Monumenti in Naples (ongoing); Open Farms in Campania (May 9); Villaggio del Gusto CAB Edition in Bari (May 7-10); Taranto Comix (May 9-10); Gusto Nobile Lucanian wine in Venosa (May 8-10).
• Sardinia and Sicily: Nuraminis Asparagus Festival (May 9-10); Monumenti Aperti; Inverdurata in Pachino (May 8-10).

Practical tips

• Choose your focus: pick food, nature or historical reenactments according to your interests.
• Check schedules and access: many events have restricted access or traffic limitations.
• Accommodation: book in advance if you visit small towns or natural areas.
• Weather and clothing: May can be changeable—bring a light rain jacket and comfortable shoes.

Use the weekend to discover different territories at a relaxed pace. Select the event that appeals to you, plan transport and food stops, and enjoy the days.