Romagna weekend: sport, tradition and local flavours (15-17 May 2026)

The province of Ravenna stages a varied weekend of events combining major sporting appointments, historical reenactments and food festivals. Highlights include the start of the ninth stage of the Giro d'Italia in Cervia and the 582nd edition of the Sposalizio del Mare.

• Giro d'Italia (Cervia): on Sunday Cervia will host the stage departure toward the Apennines; the race village is set up from Saturday afternoon.
• Sposalizio del Mare (Cervia): celebrations on Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 May, with the Ceremony of the Ring and cultural and musical events.
• Palio – Contesa Estense (Lugo): running from 9 to 17 May, featuring historical reenactments and activities across the town centre.
• Food festivals: Porchetta and Tortellino festival in Lavezzola (14-17 May), Wild Boar Festival in Zattaglia (14-18 May) and the Madonna della Pace fair in Ravenna (14-31 May).
• Cultural and family events: ScrittuRa Festival (6-29 May) with talks and meetings across the Bassa Romagna; Le Manfrediane in Faenza (15-17 May); Star Space at Le Maioliche (15-16 May).
• Original initiatives: the Gran Premio d'Europa pedal-car race in Cotignola (16 May) and Vinessum in Bagnacavallo (16-17 May) showcasing independent winemakers and food producers.

The programme blends sport, history and local cuisine, offering options for all ages and inviting locals and visitors to explore the territory’s cultural venues and food stands. Attendees of the Giro should check for traffic restrictions and specific schedules for the race village.