Discover what to do in Cortona and its surroundings

Cortona and its surroundings offer a rich calendar of events that enliven the area throughout the year. Cultural festivals, music festivals, art exhibitions, food and wine events and popular traditions make every season a special opportunity to discover the authentic soul of Tuscany. Taking part in events in Cortona means experiencing the area as a protagonist, among historic villages, evocative landscapes and events that combine culture, taste and conviviality.

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Motors roar in Cortona: Motopiccio Treffen 2026 turns Tavernelle into a Western movie set

On September 5 and 6, 2026, the Motopiccio Treffen – Old Style Fest returns to Tavernelle di...

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Ferragosto lights up Cortona: a night of music with Borderline

Ferragosto night in Cortona is about to light up with Borderline, an event dedicated to music, fun...

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The world dances in Cortona: the European Festival of Folk Music and Dance is back

Summer in Valdichiana is the perfect time to experience local village festivals, rediscover local...

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Time stands still in Cortona: Cortonantiquaria, Italy's oldest antiques fair, is back

Starting August 29, the 64th edition of Cortonantiquaria returns, Italy's oldest antiques fair, a...

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The smell of the grill takes over Cortona: the Steak Festival is back

For over sixty years, one of Tuscany's most beloved food festivals has celebrated the tradition of...

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The Odyssey comes alive in Cortona: Homer's journey among the ruins of Il Sodo

Following the success of the first edition of the Festival Radici Culturali, dedicated to Dante's...

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A '50s-style Ferragosto: the Vintage Festival lights up Castiglion Fiorentino

From August 13 to 16, 2026, Castiglion Fiorentino hosts the Vintage Festival, one of the liveliest...

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The bridge between Paris and Cortona: Gino Severini comes home to the MAEC

From July 5 to November 1, 2026, the MAEC, Museum of the Etruscan Academy and the City of Cortona,...

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The colors of Cortona: eighteen artists tell a century of painting

On Friday, June 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM, an exhibition dedicated to the leading figures of...

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Italy in images: Cortona On The Move, the festival that tells the story of the country, is back

From July 16 to November 1, 2026, Cortona hosts the sixteenth edition of Cortona On The Move, the...

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Note di Vino 2026 in Cortona: wine tastings, live music and Tuscan wineries

Note di Vino 2026 in Cortona: music and wine tastings in local wineriesNote di Vino 2026 returns to...

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