June is the start of the busy summer season in Italy. If your Italy travel plans take you to la bel paese in June, consider some of these cool events:
June 2
Festa della Repubblica – All over the country.
This is a national holiday in Italy.
June 12
Festa della Sensa – Venice
Enjoy traditional Venetian rowing races and the Doge’s procession through St. Mark’s Square.
June 16
Luminara of Saint Ranieri – Pisa
The feast day of Pisa’s patron saint means the entire city is lit up with 70,000 candles. It is a site to behold.
June 20
Roma Estate
Third weekend in June
San Gimignano Medieval Festival
Take a trip back to the 14th century with one of the most fun festivals in Tuscany.
June 24
Feast of St. John – All over the country.
There are medieval palios (horse races) and celebrations throughout Italy with the most famous taking place in Florence.
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