Holiday (Italian) |
Translation (English) |
Date |
Description |
Capodanno |
New Year’s Day |
January 1 |
Marks the start of the year with family gatherings and rest. |
Epifania |
Epiphany |
January 6 |
A Catholic holiday celebrating the end of the Christmas season, popular for children’s parades. |
Pasqua |
Easter Sunday |
Variable (March/April) |
A significant religious day with family meals and church services. |
Pasquetta |
Easter Monday |
Variable (day after Easter) |
Celebrates the arrival of spring, often with outdoor picnics and gatherings. |
Festa della Liberazione |
Liberation Day |
April 25 |
Commemorates the end of fascism in Italy during WWII. |
Festa del Lavoro |
Labor Day |
May 1 |
Celebrates workers’ rights with concerts and public gatherings. |
Festa della Repubblica |
Republic Day |
June 2 |
Marks Italy's transition to a republic, featuring military parades and official ceremonies. |
Ferragosto |
Assumption of Mary |
August 15 |
Celebrated with vacations, festivals, and cultural events, marking the peak of summer. |
Tutti i Santi |
All Saints’ Day |
November 1 |
Honors all saints, with many visiting family graves to pay respects. |
Natale |
Christmas Day |
December 25 |
A widely celebrated holiday focusing on family, religion, and festive meals. |