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Folklore and festivals

Reggio Emilia

September 5-8, 2025

Giarèda Festival

Religious festival in honour of the Blessed Ghiara Virgin, which takes place every year to celebrate the miracle of the healing of the deaf-mute Marchino. Historic market show, craft, nursery gardening, food and wine, vintage, meetings. In Piazza della Vittoria, Piazza Gioberti, Corso Garibaldi, Piazza Roversi, Via Ariosto, Largo degli Alpini. XXXXVI edition.

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October 4-5, 2025

Reggio Emilia in flower

Trade fair for plants and flowers, handicraft. Participation of flower growers from all over Italy. In Piazza Prampolini, Piazza della Vittoria, Piazza Martiri del 7 luglio and Piazza San Prospero.

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October 11-12, 2025

Emilia Food and People

The event, dedicated to the food and wine heritage of the Reggio Emilia area, highlights typical specialties of the Emilian tradition such as cappelletti, tortelli, erbazzone, cured meats, Parmigiano Reggiano, Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Reggio Emilia. In Piazza Prampolini, Piazza Martiri del 7 luglio and Piazza della Vittoria.

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November 24, 2025

San Prospero Festival

Cultural events and religious ceremonies dedicated to Bishop Prospero, Patron Saint of Reggio Emilia. In Piazza San Prospero and in the streets of the town centre.

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January 7, 2026

Tricolour Flag Festival

229th anniversary of the proclamation of the National Tricolour Flag. In Piazza Prampolini.

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