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Experience the festival among the arcades and squares of Bologna and admire its buildings under a different light.

A special opportunity to plunge into the magic atmosphere of a traditional French Christmas village with gastronomic products, handicrafts and accessories.

Bologna raises the curtain on the festive season: among the thousand lighting effects framing the city in Via D’Azeglio.

Everything is wrapped in a Christmas atmosphere, the smell of mulled wine and cinnamon, a familiar but surprising taste, nativity scenes and markets, this is what you breathe when entering this magic.

On Sunday 15 December, Villa Smeraldi and the Museum of rural civilization will host exhibitions, workshops, tastings, music and the traditional producers' market. =

Extraordinary night opening of the spas for a New year's eve in the name of thermal wellness.

Along with Christmas markets, New Year's Eve will be a musical on-stage event taking place in Piazza Vittorio Veneto, in the center of Porretta Terme.

An easy walk between the sweets and panoramic hills of Zola Predosa, until the last sunset of 2019. At the end, guided tasting of some Colli Bolognesi DOC wines.

Canali di Bologna, with its licensed guide, will accompany you along the Reno Canal route in the city.

The exhibition aims to guide the visitor towards the discovery and understanding of a different approach to the strange artistic conception of Leonardo da Vinci.

The guides of the Amici delle Acque Association will lead visitors to discover the Castle, Palazzo Rosso and the Mulino di Bentivoglio

Not only in Bologna, but also in the Apennines and in the towns of the plains and of Imola. Discover all the markets out of town!

Christmas shopping in Piazza XX Settembre, with stalls selling clothing and accessories, present ideas, and much more. There is also a small carousel for children.

Hazelnut Day is back, the crunchiest, hazelnuttiest weekend of the year at FICO Eataly World, held on Saturday and Sunday, December 7-8, 2019 and featuring a delicious program.

Fourth edition of ZOO UOVO market, xmas edition. About twenty exhibitors will make ZOO the perfect place to choose handmade Christmas gifts.

Two events to explore the history and archeology of the Idice Valley through guided tours with archaeologists and conferences.

An excursion on the wild trails of the Contrafforte Pliocenico Reserve, accompanied by poems, readings and flute music of Native Americans.

Like every year on December 31st at the 5:30 p.m. the ski instructors of Corno alle Scale organize a torchlight procession on the ski slopes.

Excursion on the first hills with a toast in front of the sunset at the end, a stone's throw from Bologna, with a beautiful view over the city, below us.

Celebrate New Year's eve at Imola Fortress: multimedia show, dj set and fireworks show.

After the success of Alis, praised by over 175,000 spectators, LE CIRQUE WORLD'S TOP PERFORMERS, the company formed by the best artists of the nouveau cirque and coming from the Cirque du Soleil, presents a completely novel and unprecedented show, Tilt.

Fire in the town of San Matteo Decima (BO) in the evening of 5/6/19 January 2020.

There are 2 cultural touristic itineraries with the use of the "Walkman" that comes out of vintage and becomes a modern time machine driving Bolognesi and tourists through the streets of the downtown.

Segafredo Virtus Bologna is the protagonist of the new Lega Basket Serie A 2018-19 season.

Exploring the Bologna surroundings on foot, by bike, by train and by bus

Every Saturday from March 30th to June 8th, starting from 2.30 to 6.30 pm, you have the opportunity to meet the producers and taste their wines.

De Marchi, the historic player of Bologna FC in 2016 gave birth to "We Love Football", the international football tournament U- 15 able to attract the best clubs in the world to the capital of Bologna

The whole 25th April will be spent inside Parco di Monte Sole and focus on the IL POGGIOLO Hotel/Restaurant Visiting Centre.

Bologna, italian capital of food! The most important italian event of food excellences and craft beers is back at Parco della Zucca, close to the city centre

A visit to the places of the Persicetano carnival, where carnival floats are created or created, with anecdotes and stories of those who love and live the Carnival.

NBA, the Bologna Municipality and Bologna Welcome host the Jr NBA Global Championship Europe and Middle East selection camp.

Gusto Nudo Festiva is a biennal event of natural wine, food and arts.

Come to the magnificent park of Villa Ronchi to experience what it was like to live during a period that was very important for the history of Italy: the Middle Ages.

The 2nd Suviana Lake Triathlon kicks off on Sunday 5 May!

A public meeting in Bologna to present "Ciclovia del Sole" which will also be an opportunity to think about an integrated strategy for cycling in Italy

Bologna welcomes the Great Departure of the Giro d'Italia with a series of cultural initiatives that describe the emotion of the most loved cycling race in our country, through the voices of authors, and the vision of film-makers, intellectuals and sports journalists.

Once again it is time for Festival della Scienza Medica, promoted by Fondazione Carisbo and by Genus Bononiae. Musei nella Città, in collaboration with the University of Bologna.

The 2019 Giro d'Italia leaves from Bologna: the city will party in pink for the most important cycling event in Italy and one of the most watched all over the world.

The Bologna Great International Soup Festival is a free, popular, playful and open air soup contest, spiced up by street artists, music and tireless volunteers. 

Spring is a magical moment: a walk through Umberto Cesari's vineyards to admire the vines that begin to sprout and prepare the groundwork for the new year.

Grand Tour Emil Banca presents four Sundays packed with special events to enhance the natural, cultural and food and wine heritage of the territories.

The longest pasta in the world: 100 meters for all Italian fillings

Three days to discover that Bologna is a garden.

The festival will start on Friday 17 May with the Medieval Dinner and will continue until Sunday 19 May

160 years later, Bologna celebrates the end of Austrian domination by recalling some episodes occurred between 1848 and 1859: Montagnola Battle, the shooting of Ugo Bassi.

Inauguration of the new “Via Mater Dei” path

Night hike to the ridges of the Corno alle Scale Park, up to the spectacular stage of Lake Scaffaiolo illuminated by the moon. At the nearby Duca degli Abruzzi it will be possible to have dinner.

Back to the Ancient Evo is a Historical Reenactment event conceived by the Teuta Nertobacos Association, the Stonature Association and the Sempar Association in Baraca.

International Event on the Hospitable Thought and Cosmopolitanism, including Human Sciences, Philosophy, History. 

Smell Festival, the event dedicated to olfactory culture and the art of perfume is celebrating its 10th anniversary with the theme ‘Atmosphere’.

StraBologna 2019 is an event organized by UISP. It takes place in Piazza Maggiore on 24-25 and 26 May. It is a race / walk suitable for everyone that allows you to discover Bologna

Excursion on the traces of the ancient crafts, of the millers of the past and of many of today, walking among the mills, valleys and forests of Monghidoro.

Excellent ingredients and a pinch of creativity can turn a simple sandwich into a masterpiece of taste.

The IT.A.CÀ Responsible Tourism Festival, from Bologna moves the APPENNINES until June 9th with walking and pedal routes and many cultural events.

SUNRISEBIKE RIDE is a non-competitive ride starting at dawn along an easy route lasting about an hour, which will enhance the beauty of the city.

The continent’s eight best teams face each other to conquer the title of European Champions.

NOTTE BLU is an annual event that enhances the historic technical-hydraulic, architectural and historical heritage of Bologna City of Water. The program includes guided thematic tours, conferences, educational workshops for children, live music, theatrical performances, photographic exhibitions and guided visits to sites not normally accessible to the public.

Wiki Loves Earth is an international photographic competition where participants take pictures of local natural heritage and upload them to Wikimedia Commons: discover 3 photographic walks in June.

Welcome to spritzArte , Fondazione Cirulli Summer Festival.
Fondazione Cirulli will lighten up with a series of four special events to celebrate art and and summer.

festival of the journey, in the middle of the village, with a little fair, street food of the territory, loboratory for children, arrival of the trek of the Route of Wool and Silk ending concert.

The 2019 UEFA European Under 21 Championship is coming to Bologna. The matches will take place in Italy and San Marino between 16th and 30th June.

An excursion on the occasion of the summer solstice: the last spring sunset from the summit of Monte Adone, accompanied by themed readings and a tasty aperitif!

Trekking with archaeologist and CAI guide to Monte Bibele to discover the interaction between Man and Nature.

The theme of artistic reflection on the tragedy that took place 39 years ago runs through this entire festival, which is organised by the Association of Relatives of Victims of the Ustica massacre.

CAPSULA is Le Serre Design Market: more than 40 designers from all the country and a rich program of events (music, performance and much more).

Following the footsteps of Etruscans and Celts in the Idice Valley

The central appointment of the Ozzanese summer takes place between the next 12th and 14th July. The 2019 edition is dedicated to innovation: from the launch of space vectors to that of the new Ozzanese dish: "the imbutinis" by Flavia

A Journey through time, nature and soul in support of Crew For Africa ONLUS

The first edition of the race across all the Emilia Romagna Appennine starts from Arco del Meloncello in the town of Bologna. The Prologue leads the athletes up to the famous Colle di San Luca.

Three weekends of outdoor activities, wellbeing and cultural initiatives in harmony with the environment.

The Scuderia Bologna Squadra Corse is pleased to announce the 31st edition of the Bologna-Raticosa sporting event

Theatrical trek by Teatro dei Mignoli

Eight teams, 7 game days for over 600 athletes. Italy, Austria, France, Denmark, Spain, Sweden, Norway and Finland will fight to take home the European title.

The Planetarium, the Observatory and the large surrounding natural park will remain open to allow the public to observe the natural spectacle of falling stars illustrated by a guide

A relaxing evening by the lake waiting for the fireworks show

Sunset at Monte Grande.

The "Paolo Borsellino" Cultural Services Area of the Municipality of Crevalcore has scheduled a cultural program of 12 events for the summer of 2019, between june and september

Theater, music, guided tours, many evening events to give voice to the monuments of the monumental cemetery of Bologna. The forms of the past, the discovery of the present.

A market conceived as a meeting place, to find - or re-find - the relationship of trust between producers and consumers. 

From August 30th to September 1st, FICO will host Origin Identity, featuring meetings, exhibitions, markets, and workshops to get to know the PDO and PGI products of Italy and some guest European countries. 

For 11 years the event gathers chefs from all over Italy to celebrate a day dedicated to fine food that is only meat of the Zivieri butchery, prepared in dishes that are able to satisfy any taste.

From Friday 6th to Sunday 8th Sempember Bologna will host the only stage in Italy of WES e-bike Series. 

50 designers (bijoux, fashion design, interior design, illustration) and moreover, a rich program of events (live music, performance and much more) al Serre dei Giardini Margherita

Festa del Bio is the event that enhances the taste of the organic.
A party where the best of the BIO create debates, show cooking and discussions with industry experts.

Eighteenth edition of the Bologna Half Marathon, an international sport event, full of entertainment, culture and fun.

Third edition of Resilienze Festival, this year dedicated to Rooted stories and characters, talking about great planetary changes through the perspective of those who have made uncompromising choices rooted in the local region.

Event that recalls the events that took place in 1155 with the arrival of Emperor Frederick I of Swabia, called Barbarossa at the Castle of Medicine who freed him from the domination of the Bologna Senator.

RestArt is a street art and music festival.

Come see the world's longest Prosciutto di San Daniele sandwich!

The grape harvest has always been a time of celebration for the countryside.
For the occasion FICO will be transformed into a winery.

A performance-tour to discover the stories, workings and hidden marvels of Bologna’s “popular” theatre.

The best professionals in the mainstream and independent recording industry will guide the audience through the understanding of what must be done to create and manage a project in the music field

More than 30 speakers talk about the culture of legal responsibility - and no - and its implications, deviations and excesses, within the InsolvenzFest 2019.

11 Italian breweries, over 100 beers on tap, 1 Corner of cans from all over the world, 1 Sour Corner, workshops for curious and passionate, quality street food and lots of fun

Thirteenth edition of the International Festival dedicated to Mortadella, the Pink Queen of Bolognese gastronomy.

As part of the “Waiting for Researchers’ Night 2019”, an afternoon of events for the public and workshops for youngsters and children dedicated to Leonardo.

Race for the Cure Bologna awaits you at Giardini Margherita in Bologna.

View of the movie The Magical Count - story of Cesare Mattei and his Rocchetta - followed by a buffet with typical Emilian products

The path of the "Antiche Paludi Bolognesi" is a path that can be traveled by bicycle, which as a whole will link the city of Bologna to the Po Delta park in the Ferrara area. The route crosses a territory rich in places of interest, both historical-artistic and naturalistic.

From Sept. 23 to 28, 2019, previews, exhibitions, workshops, competitions, film screenings and guided tours will be held in historic buildings, churches, art galleries and showrooms in the city centre

Special opening of the 5 thermal centers in Bologna.

Look on Japan: every night a recent film and the play "My friend Hitler" by Mishima. At the festival you can also eat and visit Leiji Matsumoto's manga exhibition.

The prestigious competition by the House of Maranello is back at Enzo and Dino Ferrari Racetrack in Imola

The most delicious museum in the world turns 7 and invites all gelato lovers to a special day with free guided tours, fun family workshops and a special menu in the Gelateria!

Photographic Trekking is the opportunity to walk and learn the techniques of professional photography by photographing the Apennines and their September colors with the guide and photographer!

On the occasion of the Great Sport Event, a series of shows and attractions for an afternoon of great fun for the whole family, with ponies, HippoTram, dances, historic cars.

More than 90 years later, the SAN LUCA TEAM wanted to recall this enterprise of great significance. 

Ideal walks to observe, discover and learn about the natural aspects of a protected area in the heart of the Bologna plain.

The master Lucio Filippucci brings us to the days of drawing at the Garden. In the sumptuous setting of the May blossoms and the colors of the early autumn, in an environment rich in ideas.

An evening dedicated to local wines in the wonderful location of the Scaccomacco restaurant. Perfect for both wine lovers and enthusiasts.

The last stage of the Italian Championship Assoluti d'Italia-Coppa FMI/Coppa Italia di Enduro (Enduro Absolute Italian Championship-IMF Cup/Enduro Italian Cup) will be performed on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th October. 

On October 4th come and participate in the second edition of STRAFICO, the first non-competitive run for all held inside the world's largest food park to combine sport and good food. Five km winding through FICO's fields, orchards, and stables with five stages offering food and wine tastings.

The municipality of Alto Reno Terme holds this extraordinary event in order to commemorate theese days of struggle in the Apennines.

The eighth edition of the tortellino festival will take place within the magnificent setting of Palazzo Re Enzo on Sunday 6th October 2019 where 20 chefs will interpret the king of Bolognese cuisine, the tortellino.

Walking on the paths of memory of Emilia-Romagna: an autumn journey in 8 stages. First walk on Sunday 6 October at Monte Sole for the 75th anniversary of the massacre.

Players who have made the history of Bologna and Real Madrid will face off at Dall'Ara. An emotion to experience first hand, with friends and family.

Peroni Race Weekend is back on Enzo and Dino Ferrari Racetrack in Imola for the second time this season.

Porretta Slow is a two-day event that aims to promote the gastronomic identity of the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines with a market, workshops and cooking shows dedicated to the Mountain Product.

Trekking with an archaeologist and CAI guide to discover the sky and the interaction between Man and Nature

The biggest autumn festival of the Bolognese Apennines gathers all the events dedicated to the fine white truffle of the Bolognese hills, including markets and truffle-based menus.

Every Saturday, a different winemakers presents a free tasting of one of his wines and reveals the secrets of his winemaking production.

On the occasion of World Food Day, an afternoon of meetings for adults and workshops for youngsters and children.

The  Wine show and the show of the typical products of the Emilia-Romagna region returns as an autumn event. It will be a full new edition to taste the specialties of the region.

Conferences, round tables, shows, workshops, concerts, guided tours and exhibitions will enliven squares, streets, cloisters, palaces and churches of Bologna and its territory.

On Saturday, October 19th we need your help to make the best ring around the rosie of adults and children.

Thematic event in a suggestive historical re-enactment frame inside the Museum; with Claudio Cavallotti, the cook of history.

We are unique human beings, waiting to reveal ourselves to the world. TEDx Bologna wants to celebrate our uniqueness - which is often hidden - by unveiling and promoting the UNSEEN.

Canali di Bologna takes the opportunity to organize guided tours of the Bologna underground!

From 23rd October to 3rd November, Gender Bender comes back to Bologna with 120 events including dance performances, movies, literature, workshops and much more.

From the crossword puzzle with Stefano Bartezzaghi to the jazz concert by the pianist Dena DeRose, an explosion of interventions to get involved.

Mortadella Bologna PGI Celebration Day with the opening of the museum space dedicated to Mortadella and a series of free-entry events at Fico Eataly World.

After Futuri Digitali - the festival of digital world - is the occasion to illustrate ‘what comes next’, i.e. the many futures that awaits us, “using” the cities in Emilia-Romagna as a temporary workshop. In this section, you will find the conferences, workshops, demos and off events set up all over the Emilia-Romagna territory outside of the festival venues.

Sunday, October 27, the Museum of Rural Civilization awaits you with activities for adults and children: workshops, guided tours, tastings and local producers.

Shows for everyone and great event!
A day full of races and events:
Historical Parades, Cheerleaders, "Kids in the saddle", Pony Games, Kid Area,
Book presentations, HippoTram.

On the occasion of the festivity of All Saints and All Souls, the Museo civico del Risorgimento (Civic Museum of the Renaissance) and Bologna Cemetery Services propose a rich programme of events.

This year's Urban Trekking will be slow but as always interesting and engaging. Slow Tourism is, in fact, the main theme of the XVI Urban Trekking National Day which will take place in Italy on Thursday 31st October.

Along the roads of the town of Savigno, a little gem located in the Apennines, visitors will find the white truffle show and marketplace plunged in a sort of urban wood.

This year's edition celebrates the taste of memories and brings on the promotion of food and wine culture of our territory.

A guided visit to discover the city of Imola. On this occasion, the visit will only be in Italian.

Three days of events, shows, performances, food and wine, hikes, medieval games, archery and themed marked.

The baskin allows the active participation of players with any type of disability (physical and / or mental) that allows shooting in a basket.

A seminar on the world of roads and job opportunities in sustainable tourism and soft mobility - Buffet offered by local producers and the Jazz manuoche concert of I Souvenirs.

Event organized by the Association Arc.A Monte Bibele in collaboration with the Municipality of Monterenzio and Mielizia and with the support of the Hera Group.

A guided visit to discover the city of Imola. On this occasion, the visit will only be in Italian.

Special opening of the gates of the Paraporto Scaletta in an intimate atmosphere between candles and reflections on the Canal with a concert tribute to LUCIO DALLA.

A guided visit to discover the city of Imola. On this occasion, the visit will only be in Italian.

A multidisciplinary project (movies, theater, music, debates) created with Carlo Lucarelli to fight mafia, corruption and "walls" with the weapons of culture.

Loiano propose a rich program of events, in collaboration with various active on environmental issues, to pay attention to the importance of trees.

Fifteenth edition of the most important Italian event dedicated to the world of artisan chocolate

Presentation of the volume about the ancient silk road of Bologna, written by Pier Luigi Bottino and Paola Foschi.

The wood of our Appenino will be the warm frame of the mountain products market organized by the Strada dei Vini e dei Sapori Appennino Bolognese in Piazza Maggiore.

Discver the exhibition Antinomia. Workshop for children between 3 and 6 year old.

Regali a Palazzo proposes top quality handmade creations in fashion, jewelry, artistic, traditional and design handicrafts.