events 2013 on the Riviera of Rimini
august
events 2013
on the Riviera of Rimini
august until 22.08.2013 Cattolica Arena della Regina Summer season at the Regina theatre 11.08. Gabriele Cirilli 20.08. Alessandro Siani 22.08. Teresa Mannino Time: 9.15 pm Entrance fee payable Info: 0541 966778 www.cattolica.net until 24.08.2013 Riccione Aquafan, Piazzetta del Faro and Piazzale Roma Deejay & Riccione Estate Live radio shows and top-level concerts, with the presence of many top artists. Free entrance Info: T. 0541 426050 www.riccione.it until 24.08.2013 Riccione Palazzo dei Congressi Parole tra noi (Meeting the authors) A event where the most popular and best-known showmen come to talk to their fans.
05.08. Albertino & Rudy Zerbi 17.08. Catena Fiorello 21.08. Nada & Catena Fiorello 24.08. Beppe Fiorello & Eraldo Pecci 26.08. Igor Sibaldi Time: 9.15 pm Free entrance Info: T. 0541 426050 www.paroletranoi.it until 24.08.2013 Bellaria Igea Marina, Misano Adriatico, Riccione, Rimini Wellness beaches For 11 weeks, on several bathing establishments, visitors can enjoy wellness and allround relaxation from sunrise through to sunset thanks to a variety of psycho-physical activities, bio-natural disciplines, Oriental arts and dances, creative workshops, meditation, emotional trips, massage techniques, interactive conferences, the tasting of natural products and theme dinners. Info: T. 0541 787643 335 5419017 www.lespiaggedelbenessere.it until 30.09.2013 Verucchio Malatesta Fortress Eves. The women of Angela Micheli -1-
A sculpture exhibition with around thirty pieces by the Verucchio-born artist who lives and works in Rimini and creates sculptures that are highly appreciated by both critics and the public alike. Angela narrates the world of women (Eves) thanks to her sculptural figures that touch entire generations: young girls, mothers, women of the land, affectionate embraces… simple, wise gestures that enable the artist to express the intensity and strength of life and the female universe. The exhibition is extremely important, from both a cultural and tourism point of view, and can rely on the critical contribution of, amongst others, famous art critics Antonio Paolucci and Vittorio Sgarbi. www.angelamicheli.it Paid admission Opening times: Monday - Friday from 9.30 am - 12.30 pm and from 2.30 pm - 7.30 pm; Saturdays from 2.30 pm - 6.30 pm; Sundays and bank holidays from 10.00 am – 1.00 pm and from 2.30 pm – 6.00 pm Info: 0541 670222 www.comune.verucchio.rn.it www.angelamicheli.it
01. - 25.08.2013 Verucchio Nights at the Fortress and Mediaeval dinners On August evenings, the imposing Malatesta Fortress comes to life with shows, reenactments and mediaeval dinners, prepared based on ancient recipes and served by waiters dressed in period costume, accompanied by period music. Weapons and dancing, ghosts and princes await the public. A splendid opportunity for adults and children to visit the rooms of the fortress, which are even more fascinating at night. Entrance fee payable Time: 9.00 pm Info: T. 0541 670222 www.comune.verucchio.rn.it 02.08.2013 Poggio Berni Teatro Aperto I Nomadi concert Entrance fee payable Info: T. 340 8915247 - 349 7036505 www.lavalmarecchia.it 02. - 11.08.2013 Saludecio Ottocento Festival 19th-century music, theatre, period shows, food and specialities. -2-
This characteristic village turns its gaze to the 19th century, the period of its greatest splendour. Now celebrating its 31st edition, the 800 Festival welcomes visitors with a charming itinerary that winds its way through squares, courtyards, churches and well-hidden narrow streets, with the village’s beautiful murals as the event’s backdrop. Time: 7.00 pm Entrance fee payable Info: T. 0541 869701 www. ottocentofestivalsaludecio.it 03. - 05.08.2013 Rimini Piazza Cavour Riviera delle mode (Fashion parade) Fashion coast is back in Rimini main square. On August 5th Piazza Cavour will become a great catwalk where the best local fashion firms present their new collections in a special atmosphere with a mixture of art, music and creativity. Bathing clothes, leather, shoes and accessories - women and men's wear and jewels. On August 3rd, in the afternoon, the game "Modella per un giorno": an event for girls and guys who want became a model for one day.
Time: 9.15 pm Info: T. 0541 780332 www.rivieradellemode.com 04.08.2013 Monte Colombo Croce Tomato festival Tomatoes are the undisputed protagonists of this event, but there’s also folk music, a market, food and wine specialities. Free entrance Info: T. 0541 984158 06. - 16.08.2013 Novafeltria Perticara August Bank Holiday in Perticara Free entrance 0541 927059 - 333 5233200 www.pro-loco-perticara.it 09. - 10.08.2013 Santarcangelo di Romagna Goblets of stars The streets of the centre are filled with fragrances and flavours. Time: 7.00 pm - 12.00 pm Info: T. 0541 624270 www.iatsantarcangelo.com 10. - 11.08.2013 Montescudo 41st Potato Festival -3-
During the event, Montescudo focuses its attention on history and nature and visitors can enjoy the town’s famous gnocchi, salted cod with potatoes, piadina bread and even more unusual recipes such as cakes and ice cream made using potatoes. Time: Saturday from 7.00 pm, Sunday from 12.00 am Free entrance Info: T. 0541 864010 www.comune.montescudo.rn.it 10.08.2013 Talamello Night of St. Lawrence The small village in the heart of the Montefeltro, known for its special production of fossa cheese, home to the curious who want to see the stars through telescopes, walk between stalls and fortune tellers. Great finale with fireworks display. Time: 8.00 pm Free entrance Info: 0541 920036 www.comune.talamello.rn.it 11. - 12.08.2013 Verucchio Goblets of stars The streets of the centre are filled with fragrances and flavours.
Time: 8.00 pm – 12.00 pm Info: T. 0541 670222 www.prolocoverucchio.it 12. - 15.08.2013 Gemmano Piazza Roma Pappardelle with Wild Boar Festival Food stands with wine tasting, photographic exhibitions, a street market, popular games and live music. Time: 6 pm Free entrance, donations accepted Info: 0541 854060 – 335 7474378 www.comune.gemmano.rn.it 13. - 27.08.2013 Rimini 64th Malatesta Music Festival: A Festival of Symphonic Music It is the longest standing and most prestigious event in the area of Rimini. During more than 60 editions, the Sagra Musicale Malatestiana has featured the greatest musicians in the world. 13.-14.08. Cantiere Teatro Galli, Piazza Malatesta, time 9.30 pm - Il palazzo di Atlante, baroque music. 26. and 29.08. Teatro degli Atti, time 9.30 pm - Verdi -4-
nell’aria, tribute to Giuseppe Verdi: Lyric choir City of Rimini "A.Galli" and National Orchestra of the Conservatories of Music. 27.08. Auditorium Sala della Piazza Nuovo Palacongressi, Via della Fiera, time 9.00 pm Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra. Entrance fee payable Info: T. 0541 704294-793811 sagramusicalemalatestiana.it 14.08.2013 Maiolo Sagra della spianata Spianata-bread Festival Free entrance Info: 0541 920012 www.lavalmarecchia.it 17. - 18.08.2013 Montegridolfo Via Roma Montegridolfo Liberated Historical re-enactment of the battle to free Montegridolfo with an authentic encampment with original military vehicles and participants in period uniforms dating from the 1940s. Food stands. Free entrance Info: T. 0541 855067 www.prolocomontegridolfo.com
18. - 24.08.2013 Rimini Rimini Fiera Meeting for Friendship between People 34th edition. Summer festival of encounters, exhibitions, music and shows. An event that is noticeably international, a crossroads of testimonies and experiences coming from different cultural backgrounds: it is a unique and lively event on the world scene and it confronts important themes during a free and open dialogue with the most interesting celebrities from the worlds of culture, politics and religion. Time: 10.00 am – 12.00 pm Free admission to conferences, pay for the shows. Info: T. 0541 783100 www.meetingrimini.org 22. - 25.08.2013 Mondaino The deer palio Historical re-enactment of the period of the Malatesta seignory with parades, competitions between the four quarters of the mediaeval village and shows. Minstrels, jugglers, stilt-walkers, swordsmen, fakirs and magicians entertain visitors who move around scenery that proposes a detailed
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reconstruction of ancient craft workshops and taverns, where it is possible to savour the food of yesteryear. Time: 5.00 pm Entrance fee payable Info: T. 0541 869046 - 393 3604498 www.paliodeldaino.it 23.08.2013 Bellaria Igea Marina Piazza Matteotti Malika Ayane concert Ricreazione - Tour 2013 Time: 9.30 pm Free entrance Info: T. 0541 343808 www.eventimilleluci.it 24. - 26.08.2013 San Leo AlchemyAlchemies Esotericism, art, culture, history, spirituality, science, street markets, shows, exhibitions and workshops. Magic and mystery envelope the enchanting Montefeltro where esotericism and art are inspired by the most famous alchemist of all time: Giuseppe Balsamo (who claimed to be Count Cagliostro), who ended his days in the fortress of San Leo, condemned by the Catholic Church for heresy. Fireworks display. Entrance fee payable
Info: T. 0541 926967 800 553800 www.san-leo.it 30.08.2013 Cattolica Harbour Fisherman’s festival Fish, clams, mussels and wine offered by the town’s fishermen. Time: 9 p.m. Info: T. 0541 966697 www.visitcattolica.com 30.08. - 01.09.2013 Riccione Aquafan Blue Fitness A convention in which participants can take lessons in all the latest, most popular and fun disciplines in the world of fitness. Entrance fee payable Info: T. 0541 608249 www.fif.it 31.08. - 01.09.2013 Torriana Village of Montebello Honey festival This year too, there are events that lovers of this sweet nectar won’t want to miss: one of the most exciting moments is the live “extraction” of honey. As well as a market selling food and wine produce and various types of honey, there are
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educational activities held by the Nature Observatory of the Marecchia Valley, a display of mushrooms, an extemporary art exhibition, entertainment and street theatre. Free entrance Info: T. 0541 675220 www.prolocotorriana.it realized by the Tourist Office of the Province of Rimini tel. 0541.716371 - 380 www.riviera.rimini.it turismo@provincia.rimini.it
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