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Italian Opera
1 Jan 2026 → 30 Dec 2026
Ex Church of Santa Monaca
Enjoy concerts of famous opera arias by Puccini, Rossini, Verdi, and Mozart at the ex-monastery of Santa Monaca.
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Mozart & Rossini at St. Mark's
17 Jan 2026 → 19 Dec 2026
St. Mark's Church
At St. Mark's Church, soloists in historical costumes will perform duets by Mozart and Rossini.
Music
Verdi & Puccini – Arias and Duets at St. Mark’s
24 Jan 2026 → 25 Dec 2026
St. Mark's Church
Exceptional soloists will perform arias and duets by Verdi and Puccini at the Anglican Church of St. Mark’s in Florence.
Music
The Four Seasons, Air and Little Night Music - Orchestra da Camera Fiorentina - Auditorium Santo Stefano al Ponte
21 Feb 2026 → 3 Jan 2027
Auditorium Santo Stefano al Ponte
Starting February 2026, the Orchestra da Camera Fiorentina will perform symphonic concerts every Saturday at Auditorium Santo Stefano al Ponte.
Music
La Traviata - St. Mark's Anglican Church
7 Mar 2026 → 5 Dec 2026
St. Mark's Church
At St Mark’s Anglican Church, a different arrangement of the classic work by Verdi . The Opera is performed by professional singers in costumes and scenery and with choir , accompanied by piano and string ensemble.
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Villa La Quiete, Inauguration of the Garden’s Opening Season
8 Mar 2026 → 31 Oct 2026
Villa La Quiete
On March 8, 2026, Villa La Quiete's historic Garden will reopen to the public for International Women’s Day.
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Women's Day: Villa La Quiete, Inauguration of the Garden’s Opening Season
8 Mar 2026 → 31 Oct 2026
Villa La Quiete
The Garden of Villa La Quiete will reopen to the public on March 8, 2026, for International Women’s Day.
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Indipendenza Antiquaria
14 Mar 2026 → 20 Dec 2026
Piazza Indipendenza
An antiques fair occurs in Piazza Indipendenza gardens every 3rd weekend of the month, excluding July and August.
FamilyShopping
La Fierucola - Market fairs
15 Mar 2026 → 20 Dec 2026
Piazza del Carmine
Fierucola promotes organic farming and traditional handicrafts from small family farms.
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The Egypt of Dreams | Stibbert Museum
27 Mar 2026 → 1 Nov 2026
Museo Stibbert
The Stibbert Museum's exhibition 'Dreamed Egypt' runs from March 27 to November 1, 2026.
Shopping
Savonarola Antiquaria - antique market
5 Apr 2026 → 6 Dec 2026
Piazza Savonarola
The 'Savonarola Antiquaria' antique market, organized by Anva Confesercenti Firenze, features over 60 vendors.
Culture
The Unveiled Library: The Fantastic Bestiary
11 Apr 2026 → 31 Oct 2026
Museo di San Marco
From April 11 to October 31, 2026, Museo di San Marco will feature The Unveiled Library: The Fantastic Bestiary exhibition.
CultureHistory
Florence in the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s
7 May 2026 → 18 Oct 2026
Bardini Villa
From May 7 to October 18, 2026, Villa Bardini hosts an exhibition on Florence in the '50s, '60s, and '70s.
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Florence in the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s. From the Foto Locchi Archive
7 May 2026 → 18 Oct 2026
Bardini Villa
From May 7 to October 18, 2026, Villa Bardini hosts an exhibition featuring images from the Foto Locchi Archive, capturing Florence in the '50s, '60s, and '70s.
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Ferdinando Sarmi New York – A Journey in Fashion from Florence to Fifth Avenue
18 Jun 2026 → 31 Dec 2026
Museum of Costume and Fashion - Pitti Palace
An exhibition on Ferdinando Sarmi's fashion journey from Florence to Fifth Avenue will run from June 18 to December 31.
Culture
Mirabilia graphica - Micrographic Calligrams of Ignazio Muligino
18 Jun 2026 → 18 Oct 2026
Galileo Museum
The Museo Galileo hosts an exhibition on calligrams by Francesco Ignazio Muligino from June 18 to October 18.
CultureNatureHistory
Extinct Animals Within Reach – Tactile Temporary Exhibition at the Botanical Garden
19 Jun 2026 → 11 Oct 2026
Museo di Storia Naturale dell'Università di Firenze - Botanical Garden, Giardino dei Semplici
A tactile exhibition on extinct animals will be held at the Botanical Garden, featuring Braille texts.
CultureMusic
Drama: Four Acts
24 Jun 2026 → 16 Oct 2026
Forte di Belvedere
Forte di Belvedere reopens for summer 2026 with a diverse cultural program as part of the Estate Fiorentina festival.
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The Four Seasons, Air and Little Night Music - Orchestra da Camera Fiorentina - Zeffirelli Museum
1 Jul 2026 → 29 Dec 2026
Franco Zeffirelli Foundation
From March 4, 2026, the Orchestra da Camera Fiorentina will resume symphonic concerts at the Museo Zeffirelli, led by Marco Lorenzini.
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Florence and the U.S. The Story of a Friendship al Giardino Bardini di Firenze
2 Jul 2026 → 18 Oct 2026
Giardino Bardini
The exhibition 'Florence and the U.S.: The Story of a Friendship' at Giardino Bardini celebrates 250 years of American independence.
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Toscana architetture 2000-2025
4 Sep 2026 → 9 Oct 2026
Palazzo Guadagni Strozzi Sacrati
The exhibition “Tuscany. Architecture 2000–2025” will be on display at Palazzo Guadagni Strozzi Sacrati from September 4 to October 9, 2026.
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OF BOXES AND CEILINGS – 180 posters for the city
15 Sep 2026 → 15 Oct 2026
City of Florence
The project OF BOXES AND CEILINGS features 180 posters addressing gender stereotypes and violence, promoted by the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence.
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Irene Dionisio. Miracola
17 Sep 2026 → 22 Nov 2026
MAD Murate Art District
MAD Murate Art District features Miracola, a new exhibition by filmmaker and artist Irene Dionisio.
MusicCultureNightlife
FFF Fortissimissimo Firenze Festival 2026 - Amici della Musica
18 Sep 2026 → 7 Oct 2026
Buontalenti Palace
The Fortissimissimo Firenze Festival, now in its 10th edition, supports emerging classical music talents.
CultureHistory
The stones sleep outdoors
19 Sep 2026 → 3 Jan 2027
Museo di Storia Naturale dell'Università di Firenze - Zoology - La Specola
Carlotta Valente's exhibition, Stones Sleep Outdoors, will be on view at Museo della Specola from September 19, 2026, to January 3, 2027.
Culture
St Francis of Assisi and Giuseppe Nicola Nasini. An episode of Medici patronage
24 Sep 2026 → 31 Jan 2027
Medici Riccardi Palace
Palazzo Medici Riccardi showcases four large canvases by Giuseppe Nicola Nasini to commemorate the 800th anniversary of St Francis of Assisi's death.
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Georgofili, November 4, 1966 – Photo Exhibition
25 Sep 2026 → 17 Dec 2026
Accademia dei Georgofili
A photo exhibition commemorates the 1966 Arno flood and its impact on the Accademia dei Georgofili.
CultureHistoryArchitecture
Broken. The Power of the Fragment
25 Sep 2026 → 24 Jan 2027
Palazzo Strozzi
Palazzo Strozzi hosts the exhibition Broken from September 25, 2026, to January 24, 2027.
CultureHistory
Guided tour of the Caveau at Manifattura Tabacchi (former tobacco factory)
26 Sep 2026 → 31 Oct 2026
Manifattura Tabacchi
The Caveau at Manifattura Tabacchi will be open for visits in 2026, showcasing its unique historical heritage.
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Music Everywhere: The ORT in Florence's Neighborhoods 2026
1 Oct 2026 → 21 Nov 2026
Casa della Carità - Caritas Diocesana di Firenze
The Orchestra della Toscana will perform nine free concerts across Florence’s districts from October 1 to November 21, 2026.
CultureNature
Geography of Small Worlds
3 Oct 2026 → 8 Jan 2027
Museo di Storia Naturale dell'Università di Firenze - Zoology - La Specola
The Museo della Specola in Florence will host 'Geography of Small Worlds' from October 3, 2026, to January 8, 2027.
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Middle East Now 2026
6 Oct 2026 → 11 Oct 2026
Teatro cinema La Compagnia
Middle East Now launches the 50 Giorni di Cinema a Firenze, focusing on themes of resilience, migration, and identity.
CultureMusicSports
Encuentros Entre dos Mundos
7 Oct 2026 → 21 Oct 2026
Cinema Paradiso – 25hours Hotel
Encuentros Entre dos Mundos will take place from October 7 to 21 at Cinema Paradiso and Cinema Antella.
History
Feast of Santa Reparata
8 Oct 2026
Palagio di Parte Guelfa
Santa Reparata is honored on October 8th as a co-patron saint of Florence.
MusicCultureEntertainment
Concerts and guided tours at Opificio delle Pietre Dure di Firenze
8 Oct 2026 → 19 Nov 2026
Museo dell'Opificio delle Pietre Dure
From October to November 2026, the Museum of the Opificio delle Pietre Dure features special openings and a concert series.
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Anastacia - NTK TOUR 2026
9 Oct 2026
Teatro Verdi
Anastacia performs in Italy as part of her #NTK2026 European Tour, celebrating the 25th anniversary of her debut album.
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Firenze Flower Show 2026
10 Oct 2026 → 11 Oct 2026
Giardino Corsini sul Prato
Firenze Flower Show, featuring rare plant species, takes place on October 10–11, 2026, at Giardino Corsini.
HistoryCulturePhotography
FAI Autumn Days - October 10th & 11th
10 Oct 2026 → 11 Oct 2026
Palazzo Gualfonda - Confindustria Toscana Centro e Costa
FAI Autumn Days returns on October 10th and 11th, celebrating Italian heritage with various events.
Music
Franciscan Music Concert Celebrating the 800th Anniversary of Saint Francis of Assisi
10 Oct 2026
Basilica di Santa Croce
On October 10th, the Choir of the Cappella Musicale di Assisi performs to celebrate the 800th anniversary of Saint Francis's death.
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Saint Francis Is Alive – Concert at Santa Croce for the 800th anniversary of the Saint’s death
10 Oct 2026
Piazza Santa Croce
Santa Croce commemorates the 800th anniversary of Saint Francis's death with a concert honoring his musical legacy.
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DegustaVino Via Gioberti
11 Oct 2026
CCN Via Gioberti - Le Cento botteghe
DegustaVino Via Gioberti returns on October 11, organized by Le Cento Botteghe di Via Gioberti and the Chianti Classico Wine Consortium.
MusicCulture
Suoni riflessi 2026
11 Oct 2026 → 27 Nov 2026
Sala Vanni
The 24th edition of Suoni riflessi, a classical music festival, runs from October 11 to November 27 at Sala Vanni.
CultureMusic
Fán Huā Chinese Film Festival
14 Oct 2026 → 18 Oct 2026
Teatro cinema La Compagnia
The Fán Huā Chinese Film Festival presents contemporary Chinese cinema at Cinema La Compagnia in Florence.
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