Calendimaggio di Assisi (May Day Festival of Assisi) is a spectacular medieval spring festival held each May in the hilltop town of Assisi, Italy, celebrating the return of good weather and the renewal of life. The town divides into two rival districts—Parte de Sopra and Parte de Sotto—which compete in a vibrant display of pageantry, music, costume, and theatrical performances that recreate the atmosphere of the Middle Ages. Highlights include processions by torchlight, flag-throwers, and choral contests filling the town’s piazzas with energy and color. Blending history, community pride, and springtime joy, the Calendimaggio di Assisi is one of Italy’s most enchanting cultural traditions.
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DATES & TIMES
• Dates: Exact 2026 details not yet published—check official site nearer the date: Official site.
• Usual pattern: First Wednesday–Saturday after 1 May (four festival days) — see Umbria Tourism and City tourism.
• The exact timetable publishes annually; follow the live Programme page for ceremonies and show times.
LOCATION
• Main stage: Piazza del Comune, Assisi (central tribunes for key shows) — details on the Official site.
• Map: Piazza del Comune, 06081 Assisi — Open in Google Maps.
• Across the old town: Parades and scenes in streets, cloisters and squares throughout the historic centre — overview on City tourism.
TICKETS & ENTRY
• Grandstands & arena shows: Ticketed seating for main events in Piazza del Comune; Exact 2026 ticketing not yet published—check Official site and the Ticket info page when sales open.
• Street scenes: Processions and ambient performances can be viewed around town without tickets (subject to crowd control) — see City tourism.
GOOD TO KNOW
• Two districts: “Magnifica Parte de Sotto” vs “Nobilissima Parte de Sopra” compete across music, theatre and parade — background via About the festival.
• Practical info: Organiser updates and streaming links, plus ticket contacts, are posted on Live & info.
• Access & safety: Follow municipal guidance; expect road closures and checks around the centre on show nights.
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