The biggest hotel-pressure dates confirmed for 2027 are Vinitaly in Verona (11–14 Apr), Salone del Mobile in Milan (13–18 Apr), the Venice Architecture Biennale (8 May–21 Nov), Sanremo (16–20 Feb) and Venice Carnival (23 Jan–9 Feb). The Palio di Siena is always 2 July and 16 August. Italy’s long weekends in 2027 are New Year (Fri 1 Jan), Easter (28–29 Mar) and All Saints’ (Mon 1 Nov). Formula 1, MotoGP, EICMA, Cosmoprof, the Venice Film Festival and the marathons haven’t published 2027 dates yet.
Checked 2026-09-24 · Italy · When to go
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Busiest April | Vinitaly 11–14 · Salone 13–18 |
| Venice | Carnival 23 Jan–9 Feb · Biennale 8 May–21 Nov |
| Siena | Palio 2 Jul and 16 Aug |
| Long weekends | 1 Jan · Easter 28–29 Mar · 1 Nov |
| Not announced yet | F1, MotoGP, EICMA, Cosmoprof, Film Festival |
Confirmed 2027 dates
| Event | Where | 2027 dates | Hotel pressure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinitaly (wine fair) | Verona · Veronafiere | 11–14 Apr 2027 | Very high — the city fills |
| Salone del Mobile / Design Week | Milan · Fiera Rho + citywide | 13–18 Apr 2027 (public 17–18) | Very high |
| Biennale Architettura | Venice · Giardini, Arsenale | 8 May–21 Nov 2027 (pre-opening 6–7 May) | High, sharpest at the opening |
| Festival di Sanremo | Sanremo · Teatro Ariston | 16–20 Feb 2027 | Very high |
| Carnevale di Viareggio | Viareggio · seafront | Parades 30 Jan–20 Feb 2027 | High on parade days |
| Venice Carnival | Venice | 23 Jan–9 Feb 2027 | High, especially opening and final weekends |
| Palio di Siena | Siena · Piazza del Campo | 2 Jul and 16 Aug (fixed dates) | Very high in Siena |
Sources: official organiser pages (Vinitaly, Salone, La Biennale, RAI/Sanremo, Carnevale di Viareggio, Carnevale di Venezia, Comune di Siena) — checked 24 Sep 2026. Programmes and ticket prices can still change.
Patron-saint days by city
| City | Feast | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Rome | Sts Peter and Paul — a public holiday in Rome only | 29 Jun |
| Florence | St John the Baptist (fireworks) | 24 Jun |
| Venice | St Mark — also Liberation Day | 25 Apr |
| Naples | San Gennaro | 19 Sep |
| Bologna | San Petronio | 4 Oct |
| Verona | San Zeno | 12 Apr |
| Bari | Festa di San Nicola | 7–9 May |
| Cagliari | Sant’Efisio | 1–4 May |
| Palermo | Festino di Santa Rosalia | 10–15 Jul |
Fixed calendar dates; programmes and closures are announced by each Comune. Expect local closures and busier hotels.
Public holidays and long weekends 2027
| Date | Holiday | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Fri 1 Jan | New Year’s Day | Long weekend |
| Wed 6 Jan | Epiphany | Midweek |
| Sun 28 – Mon 29 Mar | Easter and Easter Monday | Long weekend — book early |
| Sun 25 Apr | Liberation Day | Falls on a Sunday |
| Sat 1 May | Labour Day | Falls on a Saturday |
| Wed 2 Jun | Republic Day | Midweek — some take the week |
| Sun 15 Aug | Ferragosto | Peak Italian holiday period |
| Mon 1 Nov | All Saints’ Day | Long weekend |
| Wed 8 Dec | Immaculate Conception | Midweek |
| Sat 25 – Sun 26 Dec | Christmas and St Stephen’s | Weekend |
Not announced yet
Dates still to come
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Quick answers
When is Salone del Mobile 2027?
13–18 April 2027 at Fiera Milano Rho; public days are 17–18 April.
When is Vinitaly 2027?
11–14 April 2027 in Verona — hotels fill across the city.
When is the Venice Architecture Biennale 2027?
8 May–21 November 2027, with pre-opening days on 6–7 May.
When is the Palio di Siena?
Every year on 2 July and 16 August in Piazza del Campo.
What are Italy’s long weekends in 2027?
New Year (Friday 1 January), Easter (28–29 March) and All Saints’ Day (Monday 1 November).
When is Easter 2027?
Sunday 28 March, with Easter Monday on 29 March.
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Sources: Vinitaly 2027 ↗ · Salone del Mobile · visitor information ↗ · La Biennale · Architecture 2027 ↗ · Carnevale di Venezia ↗ · Comune di Siena · Palio ↗ · Normattiva · Law 260/1949 (holidays) ↗