ph. Claudio GuardiYour Weekend in Tuscany is your handy guide to what’s happening outside Florence, out every Thursday! For more ideas on what to see and do across the region, check out the ‘Near Florence’ and ‘In Tuscany’ sections of TF Weekly.
IMPRUNETA HARVEST FESTIVAL: LA FESTA DELL’UVA
WHERE: PIAZZA BUONDELMONTI & DOWNTOWN IMPRUNETAWHEN: 27 SEPTEMBER
Now 90 and counting, plus much loved by locals, the Festa dell’Uva is one of the oldest and most famous harvest festivals in Tuscany! It’s a fantastic way to experience a Tuscan wine festival just a stone’s throw from Florence (about 30 minutes by car or on ATAF bus number 37). Check out the fantastic floats in piazza Buondelmonti made lovingly by the town’s neighbourhood communities, be charmed by the festival’s very own anthem and stroll the town to see how local shopkeepers dress their windows for the occasion. Festivities run all day, but the big parade kicks off at 3pm.
Where to eat
Dig in to Tuscan specialties at the festival’s many food stands. There will also be a Peposo competition and a chance to try the winning recipe!
Where to sleep
Check out options on Booking.com.
What to seeDon’t miss the famous Sanctuary of Santa Maria downtown.
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