Gospel, jazz, light shows and live music to greet 2026 in Florence’s main squares.
Armin Linke Explores Florence’s Hidden Archives in New Exhibition
The show at Palazzo Grifoni Budini Gattai, open until 31 January 2026.
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Environmental green light brings Florence Airport’s new runway closer
The decree sparked political reactions exposing deep fractures inside Tuscany’s centre-left coalition.
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Thanksgiving in Florence: How the City Celebrates an American Tradition
Thanksgiving is not part of Italy’s calendar, but Florence has learned to embrace the warmth and conviviality of this holiday.
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Florence to Ban Outdoor Dining Structures in 50 UNESCO Streets from 2026
Stricter rules for café terraces and dehors in the historic center; new sustainability standards and a plastic-free policy.
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Man Smashes Shop Windows and Threatens Passers-by With a Knife in Florence
The man struck the shopfront repeatedly with a vacuum cleaner, shattering the glass.
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€800,000 Undeclared Cash Seized at Florence Airport
Four-month inspections by Customs and Finance Police uncover hidden money and gold.
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Christmas Market Returns to Florence’s Piazza Santa Croce
From November 15 to December 21, the city welcomes one of Italy’s most beloved holiday traditions.
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23-Year-Old Mia Bintou Diop Becomes Tuscany’s Youngest Vice President
Tuscany’s new center-left government was unveiled after weeks of tense negotiations.
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New Municipal Police Unit to Boost Safety on Florence’s Public Transport
A 20-officer municipal police team will patrol Florence’s buses and trams daily, with extra night shifts on weekends.
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Protest Inside a Fashion Boutique Turns Heads in Florence
A group of workers turned a luxury boutique into a stage for their protest, stopping tourists and locals in their tracks.
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