San Giovanni - Festa dell'Estate 2026

Description

Cesena in Festa is the premier traditional celebration in Cesena, held in honor of the city's patron saint, San Giovanni (St. John the Baptist). The festival transforms the historic center into a vibrant hub of culture and commerce, featuring the famous lavender market, artisan crafts, and the traditional 'fischietto' (sugar whistle). Visitors can enjoy a wide array of gastronomic delights ranging from local Romagnolo specialties to international ethnic cuisine, alongside live music, street performances, and cultural exhibitions that showcase the rich heritage of the region.

Exhibits

Artisan stalls featuring lavender, traditional sugar whistles, hand-woven Romagnolo linens, and local agricultural products.

Activities

Live concerts, street theater, guided tours of the Malatestiana Library, and traditional religious processions.

Speakers

Local historians and cultural curators leading guided tours and heritage discussions throughout the city center.

Demos

Live demonstrations of traditional crafts, including sugar whistle molding and ancient textile printing techniques.

Accessibility

From Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ), take the Marconi Express to Bologna Centrale, then a regional or high-speed train to Cesena. The venue is a short walk from Cesena station.

Exhibitor Count

250

Expected Attendance

100000

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