Barberino in Fiore
Two days of scents, colors, and flavors in a medieval Chianti castle
About Barberino in Fiore
The garden-village of the Florentine Chianti
When spring arrives, the small medieval castle of Barberino Val d'Elsa, the main town of the Barberino Tavarnelle municipality in the Province of Florence, dresses up for the occasion. Barberino in Fiore is a festival that has been enlivening the streets, squares, and terraces of the village for nearly twenty years, turning it into an authentic open-air garden overlooking the hills of Chianti and Valdelsa.
Promoted by local businesses with the support and patronage of the Municipality of Barberino Tavarnelle, the event is an open-air market exhibition where roses, flowers, and local plants are the undisputed stars. Alongside the nurserymen, there is space for artisanal crafts, contemporary paintings and sculptures, and, of course, the flavors of Tuscany.
Flowers, art, and flavors within medieval walls
Strolling along Via Francesco da Barberino, in the courtyard of Palazzo Corsini, and in the small squares of the historic center, visitors will find a packed program of activities:
- Flower and plant market exhibition, featuring local nurserymen and florists
- Art and Craft Corridor, with exhibitors, live painting, and sculpture
- Guided wine tastings with producers from the San Donato in Poggio association
- Food stalls featuring typical Tuscan culinary excellence
- Concerts, choirs, and street bands performing throughout the village squares
- Workshops, readings, and activities for families and children
- Guided tours to discover the hidden side of Barberino
A festival for the community and the territory
Barberino in Fiore is more than just a commercial showcase: it is a collective event involving local associations, the Punto Tavarnelle embroidery school, local choirs, wineries, and artists. Typically held around Mother's Day, the event is a perfect spring outing for families and curious visitors in one of the most evocative villages of the Florentine Chianti.
Admission is free, and to facilitate visitor arrival, a free shuttle service is generally provided from the main town of Tavarnelle Val di Pesa to Barberino Val d'Elsa.
Barberino in Fiore — edition 2026
The 2026 edition (the eighteenth) of Barberino in Fiore brought the village of Barberino Val d'Elsa to life on Saturday, May 9, and Sunday, May 10, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM on Saturday and from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Sunday. The market exhibition of flowers, plants, crafts, and contemporary art unfolded along Via Francesco da Barberino, in the courtyard of Palazzo Corsini, and in the squares of the historic center, accompanied by concerts, choirs, street bands, guided wine tastings, and food stalls featuring typical Tuscan flavors.
Programme Barberino in Fiore 2026
Saturday, May 9
- From the afternoon (starting at 3:30 PM): opening of the flower and plant market exhibition in the garden near the Church of San Bartolomeo
- Food stand by local economic operators and Caritas
- Art and Craft Corridor along Via Francesco da Barberino and in the courtyard of Palazzo Corsini, with live painting and sculpture
- Free embroidery school "Impara l'Arte con il Punto Tavarnelle" on Via Vittorio Veneto
- 4:00 PM — "Fior di suoni" with the group "Il Passignano" at Fattoria Pasolini Dall'Onda Borghese
- 4:30 PM — Concert by the Santa Lucia Choir directed by Marco Francioli in Piazza Mazzini
- 5:00 PM — Chamber concert by "Amici della Musica" at Piazzetta Spedale dei Pellegrini
- 5:30 PM — Inauguration of the photo exhibition "Con Nome e Cognome" by Mario Forconi at Palazzo Pellegrini
- 9:30 PM — "Candle Night", musical performance at the Church of San Bartolomeo
Sunday, May 10
- 10:00 AM and 11:30 AM — Guided tour "Hidden Barberino" (by reservation)
- 10:30 AM — Ceramics workshop with Erika Berti on Via Vittorio Veneto (by reservation)
- 4:30 PM — "BadaBimBumBand", street band performance through the village streets
Throughout the event
- Flower and plant market exhibition
- Wine tastings with over 15 wineries from the San Donato in Poggio association (tasting guided by sommelier Ilaria Lorini, approx. 5 euros)
- Floral performers and choreography
- Children's play area "Tappo Fiorito e non solo"
- Free shuttle service from Tavarnelle Val di Pesa
Highlights Barberino in Fiore 2026
Prices Barberino in Fiore 2026
Practical information — Barberino in Fiore
Getting there
Barberino Val d'Elsa is located along the Via Cassia, between Florence and Siena. By car: from the Florence-Siena highway, take the Tavarnelle Val di Pesa or Poggibonsi Nord exit. By train to Poggibonsi or Florence, then by local bus. During the event, a free shuttle service is usually available from Tavarnelle Val di Pesa.
Admission and hours
Free admission. Typical hours: Saturday from the afternoon until evening, Sunday from morning until evening. Guided wine tastings require a paid glass (approx. 5 euros).
Tips
Wear comfortable shoes for the cobblestone streets of the medieval village. Some workshops and guided tours require reservations.
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Where does it take place — Barberino in Fiore
Castello medievale di Barberino Val d'Elsa
Palazzo Corsini, Piazza Barberini, 50021 Barberino Tavarnelle