Folklore and festivals
La Giostra del Borgo
From June, 7th to 24th, 2018
Banquets, tournaments, stalls and shows from the 15th Century
Palio of Ferrara 2026
May 2026
A month of celebrations, parades, flag-throwing competitions and a spectacular horse race in Piazza Ariostea
Truffle, Bread and Ferrarese Pearls Festival
October 11th, 12th, 13th; 18th, 19th, 20th 2013
Two weekends dedicated to the delicious truffle, bread and products from our area.
Homage to the Duke 2026
March 29th; April 12th, 19th, 26th 2026
The eight 'contrade', in their superb Renaissance costumes, pay homage to the Duke Borso in Piazza Castello
Panarea 2012 - Festival of the Ferrara's bread
October 12th, 13th, 14th; 19th, 20th, 21st 2012
Panarea is a national festival dedicated to bread, pizza, piadina, pasta, bakery products, and traditional wheat-based products of Italian cuisine.




