From world famous horse races and opera festivals to food fairs and outdoor cinemas, August is a busy month in Italy: here are the main events taking place across the country.
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Updated: Wed 5 Aug 2026 09:50 CET
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Spectators arrive in the stands fir a concert at the Verona's Roman Arena. Photo by Marco Bertorello / AFP.
From world famous horse races and opera festivals to food fairs and outdoor cinemas, August is a busy month in Italy: here are the main events taking place across the country.
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