Summer events

Every year, on the 1stand 2nd Saturday in June. Two tables set up all along the main street of Certaldo Alto. A fun dinner with a menu of medieval dishes served by waiters in period costumes and entertainment shows throughout the evening. Reservation required.

Every year, on June 16 After the sun goes down, Pisa is lit up with literally thousands of candles, about 70,000, which follow the contours of palaces, churches, towers and bridges, creating a magnificent effect; as many floating candles are entrusted to the Arno River for a magical play of light and reflections. Piazza dei Miracoli with the Cathedral, Baptistery and the ever-present Leaning Tower of Pisa is also involved. Various stands of local handicrafts, accessories, sweets and games run throughout the streets of downtown Pisa.

Every year on June 24, Florence celebrates the city’s patron saint. On the morning of June 24, a procession leaves from the Palazzo Vecchio in Florence to bring candles to the saint. In the late afternoon, the historic “Florentine soccer” match held in Piazza Santa Croce, preceded by a parade throughout the historic center of Florence. In the evening, from Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence a magnificent fireworks display illuminates the whole of Florence … for a magical evening during your stay in Tuscany!

Every year, 1st and 2nd weekends of July. A step back in time to relive the Monteriggioni of bygone times: military encampments, fighting, theatrical performances, arts and crafts of the Middle Ages. Entrance fee with ancient “thalers”!

Every year, third weekend in June One of San Gimignano’s most significant events, just a 10-minute drive away. Historical event in period costumes with thespians, musicians, jesters, medieval arts and crafts performance. In ancient times, the “ferie messium” celebrated benevolent nature bestowing the harvests of agriculture for the people.

Every year, July 2 and August 16 It is a popular festival, a cultural event, an equestrian joust and much more … It has been held in Siena’s Piazza del Campo since 1644 and is the world’s most exciting and well-known equestrian competition. The actual race lasts only a few minutes while the days leading up to the event are dense with events such as parades, processions, dinners, race rehearsals, religious rites … Siena is about 35 minutes away by car and is also easily reached by train.

Every year in mid-July (dates vary) It is one of the largest and most important street theater festivals. The medieval village of Certaldo Alto is transformed into a real midsummer dream: original artists, live shows, innovative performances, modern installations, live crafts.

Every year, in early August (date varies) A one-date concert, Tuscan tenor Andrea Bocelli performs in his Lajatico at the Teatro del Silenzio. An emotionally rich evening in a unique backdrop: outdoors in the beautiful Tuscan countryside. The fittings, after this one show, are dismantled completely and everything goes back to open country for another 364 days! The concert venue is about 40 minutes away by car. Upon request, guests can use cab service (for a fee).

Every year on August 10 A shower of shooting stars and … glasses of excellent Tuscan wines! On the night of San Lorenzo an evening to taste the best local wines such as Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Sangiovese, Chianti etc … in the always beautiful San Gimignano!

Every year in the summer (dates vary) Historical reenactment-courtee paying tribute to the illustrious poet-writer Giovanni Boccaccio, a native of Certaldo itself. The event is inspired by the novellas of the Decameron and showcases the arts of theater: acting, music, fighting, dancing and historical dances.