A historical reenactment in the former Lombard capital of Cividale del Friuli, with documented origins tracing to 1361 and formally established as an annual event in 1368. Five historic districts compete in archery, crossbow, and running races, with medieval-costumed processions and taverns filling the streets with period food and drink.
DatesAug 21 – 23
OrganizerA coalition of the five historic borghi associations, ACLI Cividale, and the Comune di Cividale del Friuli
Food FocusCucina Friulana
Nearest airportTrieste Airport (TRS)
GPS46.0958, 13.4283
Nearest cityBenevento · ~563 km · approx 9.4h drive
Nearest region capitalTrieste · ~56 km · approx 0.8h drive
Typical weather in AugustHottest month, humid — 30-33°C by day; expect crowds along the coast too.