June is traditionally one of the months in which events, festivals and much more are concentrated. In both large cities and smaller towns, the calendar is often packed with cultural, musical and sporting events that attract both locals and tourists. But what is there to do on the last weekend of the month? Find out what they are the main events scheduled for the weekend of 28, 29 and 30 June.
105 Summer Festival in Genoa
The 105 Summer Festival is among the events that bring great Italian music (and not only) to the squares of big cities. This day of music is scheduled iJune 28th in Genoa and, in particular, in the beautiful Piazza della Vittoria, not far from Brignole station.
Introduced by a DJ Set, the festival will see perform on stage among many: Alessandra Amoroso, Alfa, Articolo 31, Baby K, Colapesce Di Martino, Elodie, Emma, Fedez, Gaia, Geolier, Ghali. But also Mahmood, Negramaro, Rocco Hunt, The Kolors and Tananai. The hosts will be Mariasole Pollio and Daniele Battaglia.
Pinwheel of Castel Sant’Angelo in Rome
The Pinwheel of Castel Sant’Angelo it is a historical event that takes place in Rome, characterized by a spectacular firework that lights up the sky of the capital. That’s the date to mark on the calendar of June 29thday of the city’s patron saints.
The event takes place in the gardens of Castel Sant’Angelo, one of the most emblematic places in Rome, located along the bank of the Tiber. According to some legends, the pinwheel was invented by Michelangelo in person, who was looking for a way to worthily celebrate Saints Peter and Paul. To witness the event, all you need to do is take your seat on deck in time.
Velvet Palio in Leonessa
Connected to the feast of Saint Peter and Paul there is also the Palio del Velluto Leonessa, in the province of Rieti. It is a historical and cultural event that recalls the great Renaissance festivals in honor of the two saints. The origin of the festival can be traced back to 1464, although less than a century later the celebrations were banned. It was therefore in 1997 that it was decided to recall this ancient custom.
The Palio del Velluto has its own ceremony that is repeated from year to year. It always starts with the investiture ceremony of the Knightsvarious tournaments and competitions, and – finally – the equestrian tournament between the various districts of the city. The winner is then crowned at the end of the celebrations, which conclude with concerts, theatrical performances and gastronomic festivals.
Milan Pride
Saturday 29 June will also be held in the heart of Milan traditional Pride parade, which will start from Via Pisani, in front of the Central Station, and will end near the Arco della Pace. The parade will also pass through Piazza XXV Aprile, the Bastions of Viale Byron and Viale Melzi d’Eril.
At the end of the route, then, from 6pm until 1am there will be a big event with great names of Italian music. Performing on the stage that will be set up in the square will be Orietta Berti, Michele Bravi, Ditonellapiaga, Ricchi e Poveri, BigMama, Gaia, Francesca Michielin and many others.
The Battle of the Locks at Sant’Ambrogio in Turin
The Battle of the Chiuse is a historical event that takes place in Sant’Ambrogio in Turin and celebrates one of the most significant battles of the medieval period that occurred in the area. There historical re-enactmentin fact, aims to fully revive the medieval past of the city.
So much so that the city’s taverns will change their menus by offering medieval dishes, while payments will be possible in the ancient local currency, the balengu. The highlight of the festival will be the Battle of the Locks, which is organized in the churchyard.
