Main Events
FESTIVALS, CONCERTS AND EXHIBITIONS
SELECTION OF THE MAIN EVENTS IN CORTONA
The most important and significant events take place from spring to autumn.
These events are popular because they reflect the traditions, customs and beliefs of the city.

Every Fourth Sunday of the month
Antiques Market
All year round
The charm of the past comes to life every fourth Sunday of the month in the historic heart of the city, when the charming Piazza Luca Signorelli transforms into a lively antiques market. In this evocative setting, framed by the ancient city walls and historic buildings that characterize the center, around 50 selected exhibitors from all over the region gather.
From 9:00 to 20:00, vintage enthusiasts and seekers of hidden treasures can immerse themselves in a unique atmosphere, strolling among stalls full of charm.
Among the stalls you can find artistic ceramics, old books, vintage prints, glass and porcelain objects, vintage jewelry, old vinyl records, historic postcards and much more.
Info
Tel. 0575 62984
infocortona@apt.arezzo.it

Friday, April 18, 2025
Historic Center
Good Friday Procession
Good Friday is the Friday before the Christian Easter. On this day Christians commemorate the passion and crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
From 9:00 pm the holy procession begins with its faithful and its ancient Saints and will pass through the main streets of Cortona, ending at 11:00 pm at the Cathedral.
The following day (Saturday) at the Cathedral of Cortona, starting at 11:00 pm, the Easter Vigil of the night of the Resurrection begins with the blessing of the fire, the candle and at 11:00 pm the traditional “Flight of Christ” will begin in Piazza del Duomo. The mass, as usual, will be accompanied by a choir and will end around 1:00 am

Between April and May
Piazza Luca Signorelli
Copper, Flower and Earthenware Fair
The historic center of Cortona is preparing to host the traditional Fiera del Rame, del Fiore e del Coccio, an event that transforms Piazza Signorelli into a lush garden, where visitors can admire and purchase a vast selection of flowers and ornamental plants.
Numerous artisans, both local and from different Italian regions, will exhibit their copper creations, the result of creativity, industriousness and refined professionalism.
May June 2025
Archidado Joust
Historic Center
The Giostra dell’Archidado has its origins in the Middle Ages and precisely just before the year 1000, but since 1994 the districts of Cortona have challenged each other with crossbows, recalling the celebrations that took place for the wedding of Francesco Casali and Antonia Salimbeni.
The Giostra dell’Archidado is an event not to be missed, captivating and exciting both for the people of Cortona and for the tourists who are lucky enough to be in Cortona during the medieval week.
June July 2025
Festival della Musica Sacra
IT TAKES PLACE IN MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
The Cortona Sacred Music Festival, founded in 2004, is an annual event that combines art, spirituality and culture. This event offers concerts, celebrations and meetings in historic and evocative locations such as the Signorelli Theater and the Eremo delle Celle.
Every year, the festival offers important themes and artists, celebrating the beauty of sacred music in all its forms.
From July to November 2025
Cortona on the Move
Photography Festival
Since 2011, Cortona On The Move is the international festival dedicated to contemporary photography that transforms the Tuscan village into a center of art and visual culture. Every year, exhibitions, events and workshops invade the historic buildings, alleys and squares of the city, creating a dialogue between tradition and innovation.
The festival celebrates the great masters of photography and emerging talents, telling stories that explore the world through the lens.

Mid August 2025
Piazza Luca Signorelli
European Festival of Folk Music and Dance
Since 1999, the European Festival of Popular Music and Dance has celebrated the richness of cultural traditions through performances that bring together artists from all over Europe.
This unique event transforms Cortona into a vibrant stage, where music, dance and folk costumes animate the squares and historic sites of the city.
Every year, the festival offers an engaging experience, promoting dialogue between cultures and the charm of European folk traditions. professionalism.
MID August 2025
Sagra della Bistecca
Steak Festival
Since 1962, the Sagra della Bistecca has been an unmissable event in the Cortona summer, dedicated to the celebration of Tuscan culinary tradition.
This event, which takes place every year on August 15th, transforms the Parterre of Cortona into a large outdoor party, where the absolute protagonist is the Florentine steak, cooked on imposing grills and served with simplicity to enhance its authentic flavor.
Between music, conviviality and good food, the festival is an unmissable experience for lovers of Tuscan cuisine and local traditions.
August 2025
Sagra del fungo Porcino
Porcino Mushroom Festival
The Porcini Mushroom Festival is a traditional summer event in Cortona, celebrating one of the most prized products of Tuscan cuisine.
Cortona becomes a meeting point for lovers of authentic flavors, offering dishes prepared with fresh porcini mushrooms, from first courses to fried specialties.
In the park of Cortona, the Parterre, with its enveloping aromas, music and dancing, is a convivial atmosphere, the festival is an unmissable opportunity to discover the gastronomic excellence of the region.
August September 2025
Cortona Antiquaria
Antiques Fair
Since 1963, Cortona Antiquaria has been one of the most prestigious events dedicated to antiques in Italy. Every year, between August and September, the historic center of Cortona is transformed into an elegant showcase, hosting exhibitors and collectors from all over Europe.
Furniture, paintings, ceramics and art objects of great value find space in this exhibition market, which celebrates the timeless charm of antiques in a setting rich in history and culture.