What’s more autumnal than a dinner in the vineyard? There are many events this mid-September weekend: medieval parties, street food, dance shows, evenings full of art, special parties and a dip in vintage. Here are some tips for Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 September.
Guided tours of the Rocca di San Paolino, the village of Ripafratta and the medieval towers; walks to discover the canals and waterways of the area; excursions on Monte Pisano touching towers, fortresses, hermitages and churches; descents by rubber dinghy, canoe and SUP on the Serchio river; experiences in nature for children; yoga in the woods; historical archery; sports, music, book presentations, genuine food, craft beer and artisanal ice cream. All this for the Feast of the Rocca di Ripafratta Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 September.
A single very long table at the head of the rows of Sangiovese to experience the thrill of a new harvest. The appointment is Sunday 11 September at the Pieve de’ Pitti a Terricciola for theDinner in the vineyard ‘a unique evening to spend in joy and conviviality in a location that is nothing short of suggestive.
The 48th edition of Montopoli Middle Ages in program Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 September a Montopoli in Val d’Arno. A two-day event in which the past becomes present again. Are you ready to ‘live’ in a medieval atmosphere? Banquets, games, shows, ladies and archers, the opening of the castle and much more for this dive into one of the most beloved epochs ever.
Red like the sunsets on the Corsican mountains, Red like Rosso Fiorentino, Red like the blood of the Chapel of the Cross, Red like the nectar of grapes, Red like fire. Associations and citizens present an event that, respecting history and culture, allows you to discover and rediscover places and suggestions of a unique place in the world: Volterra. The calendar of the ‘Red Night’ Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 September between art, sculpture, painters, many concerts, urban trekking and the Palio delle Contrade in Pomarance.
NavigArte opens its twelfth edition offering shows of great impact and quality in two very suggestive locations: the fascinating San Rossore Park which for the occasion opens the restored garden to the public Villa del Gombo and the charming Scotto Garden. From ‘Pinocchio around the Park’ to the danced tribute to Renata Tebaldi, without forgetting the extraordinary tribute to Ludwig van Beethoven with the show ‘Immortal Beloved / LUDWIG B.’ Appointment Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 September.
Sara Pontedera to welcome for the whole weekend a stage ofInternational Street Food 2022, organized by Alfredo Orofino. Twenty stands with many delicacies, including: Peruvian cuisine, Valencian paella, Argentine cuisine, grilled skewers and corn on the cob, pulled pork, Alberobello bombette, skewers, artichoke alla giudia, arancini, cannoli, Sicilian almond paste, gourmet burgers, seafood sandwiches with octopus and salmon. Many itinerant restaurants, qualified chefs ready to amaze with the particularities and quality of their cuisine.
Ponsacco makes a leap into the 60s with one of its most anticipated events. After two years of hiatus Saturday 10 September turn the Vintage night. The theme of the sixth edition will be ‘Il Tempo dei Fiori’. An opportunity to relive the style and colors of the hippy movement born in the late 60s with an extraordinary scenographic setting. Lots of shows and concerts along the streets of the center.
Here to find out about all the scheduled events.
