Events in Veneto

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To make your holiday in Frassanelle truly unforgettable, we have selected a number of evocative events in Veneto, creating an overview which includes not only art exhibitions and the most famous fairs, but also many typical and popular events of our region, which will help make you discover the Veneto through its people and their history.

ART EXHIBITIONS VENETO

	Padova “The Symbolism in Italy” 1^st October 2011- 12^th February 2012 Palazzo Zabarella, via Zabarella 14 Several masterpieces by the major characters of Symbolism are here exposed: Klimt, von Stuck, Segantini and many others, in a path exploring the pivotal points of the current and its protagonists. More info on www.zabarella.it
	Padova "The Ermitage in Padua: a homage to Rembrandt" 26th November 2011 - 3rd January 2012 Musei Civici Eremitani, Piazza Eremitani 8 Thanks to an exchange with the prestigious museum in Saint Petersburg, Padova hosts two masterpieces of the dutch painter. More info on www.padovanet.it
	Treviso “Manciù, the Last Emperor” 29th October 2011- 13th May 2012 Casa dei Carraresi, via Palestro 33 Besides displaying a great number of precious handiworks dating back to the Manciù dinasty, the exhibition outlines the life of Pu Yi, last emperor of China, thanks to several pictures and objects of his daily life. More info on www.laviadellaseta.info
	Ferrara "The raving years: Modigliani, Picasso, Dalì's Paris" 11th September 2011- 08th January 2012 Palazzo dei Diamanti, Corso Ercole d'Este 21 The fil rouge of this extraordinary exhibition is the cosmopolitan and innovative Paris of the first postwar years and its impact on artists such as Picasso, Moigliani, and Dalì. Here are also represented Chagall, De Chirico, Monet, Magritte, Braque and many others. More info on: www.palazzodiamanti.it

FOLKLORISTIC VENETO

	Venice Festa del Redentore July 16th/17th 2011 Festa del Redentore is an ancient celebration, dating back to 400 years ago. To recall the end of the terrible plague which between 1575 and 1577 which killed almost 50.000 venetians, every summer and for two days hundreds of boats are decorated and meet in St Mark’s Basin and Giudecca Canal. A must see is the great firework show lasting 45 minutes, which creates outstanding games of light on the water surface, making Venice more romantic than ever. www.veneziamarketingeventi.it
	Venice Vogalonga Middle/end of May This amateur boat race, started in 1978 by a group of rowing fans, is now one of the most lively and involving events in Venice. Once a year, in spring, thousands of boats challenge each others on a 30 km race, ending at Punta della Dogana. Though the Vogalonga is quite a recent tradition, it has become more and more famous in the past few years until reaching 6000 members in 2009. Info: www.vogalonga.com
	Montagnana, Padova Palio di Montagnana September, first week The Palio is one of the oldest popular traditions in the Veneto and in other Italian regions, too. It recalls the celebrations that took place after the death of the tyrant Ezzelino da Romano, in 1259. It consists of a horse race accompanied by old folkloristic games, such as the wearing “gonfalone race” (gonfalone meaning banner). It is held on the first week of September and lasts about one week, during which several events are organised: you can join a medieval dinner, stroll through the oddities of the craft market, enjoy the fascinating nocturnal show of the burning fortress. Calendar and info: www.palio10 comuni.it
	Este, Padua Flowers festival April/May This colourful festival, where you can find plants and flowers from all over Italy, is agains the impressive backdrop of the gardens of Este castle. Every year, in spring, the flower festival draws a great number of exhibitors and visitors, thanks to attractions such as theatre performances, art exhibitions, cooking lessons and much more. Info: www.esteinfiore.it
	Vo’ Euganeo, Padua Wine and grapes festival: September, second week The wine festival in Vo’ is one of the most representative and attended events in autumn thanks to its many activities and attractions, such as the bike tour on the hills and the tastings of local wines and cakes, and above all the spectacular parade of floats entirely made of grapes. You cannot miss such an alternative Carnival! Info about dates and calendar: www.stradadelvinocollieuganei.it Tel. 049 9940027.
	Grisignano di Zocco, Padua Fiera del Soco: September, second week One of the oldest country fairs in the Veneto, the Fiera del Soco combines historical recontruction and modern feast in an event that involves the whole village and its citizens. Concerts and other public shows are held, besides medieval games and a puppet theatre for children. There is also a huge open air craft market winding through the town centre for more than 2 km. Those who love good cooking will find many rest stops where it is possible to taste and buy typical products. Complete calendar at: www.fieradelsoco.it