In Florence, official ceremonies, cultural events and a public film screening will accompany a long weekend. Free entry in some museums.
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Florence to mark Liberation Day with official ceremony at Palazzo Vecchio
The city will commemorate the 81st anniversary of Italy’s Liberation on Saturday, 25 April 2026, with institutional events, memorials and cultural initiatives across Florence.
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A Jar in Orbit, a Tribute on Earth: Nutella Highlights Florence
After an unexpected appearance aboard a space mission, Nutella turns the spotlight back to Earth with a Florence-themed jar celebrating the city’s identity and flavours.
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Florentine New Year: guided visits, historic parade and events on 24–25 March 2026
Two days of cultural events lead up to Florence’s historic New Year on 25 March.
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Free civic museums in Florence for Electress Palatine anniversary
On 18 February, Florence will commemorate the death of the last member of the Medici dynasty.
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Florence Carnival returns with free public events and a €1,200 gala
The initiative is held under the patronage of local and regional institutions.
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Florence to raise civic museum ticket prices by 30% from February 2026
The increase reflects higher operating costs and will affect all major city-run museums and monuments.
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Ancient Roman theatre beneath Palazzo Vecchio reopens to visitors
Guided tours return to Palazzo Vecchio’s Roman theatre after pandemic and renovation works.
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New Web App Brings Michelangelo’s Genius to Life
A multimedia journey launched by the Accademia Gallery in Florence.
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Anniversary of Michelangelo’s David: Unveiled on September 8, 1504
More than five centuries later, the anniversary still recalls the pride and ambition of Renaissance Florence.
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