ITALY | Cultural Festival

 ITALY | Cultural Festival

La Quintana di Ascoli Piceno 2025
Date: July 13 – August 4, 2025
Location: Ascoli Piceno, Marche Region, Italy

Overview
La Quintana di Ascoli Piceno is one of Italy’s most celebrated historical festivals, held annually in the medieval town of Ascoli Piceno. This spectacular event revives the 15th-century chivalric tradition through competitive jousting tournaments among knights representing the city's six districts. The multi-day celebration also features historical parades, ceremonial blessings, flag performances, and artisan markets that attract cultural tourists and history enthusiasts from around the world.​

Event Highlights

• Jousting tournaments at Campo dei Giochi with knights in full medieval armor

• Historical parade featuring over 1,400 participants in period costumes

• Local cuisine, traditional music, and artisan demonstrations throughout the city

• Ceremonial events such as the "Giuramento dei Consoli" and the "Offerta dei Ceri"

• Evening fireworks and performances at the iconic Piazza del Popolo​Italy By Events+3Wikipedia, l'enciclopedia libera+3Wikipedia, l'enciclopedia libera+3

Target Audience
General Public, Cultural Tourists, Families, Educators, Heritage Enthusiasts​

Official Website
https://www.quintanadiascoli.it

Nearby Attractions
Piazza del Popolo, Roman Theatre of Ascoli, Monte Ascensione, and Tronto River Valley​

Organizer
Ente Quintana di Ascoli Piceno (info@quintanadiascoli.it)​The Italian On Tour+9