Carnevalspertoli
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Carnevalspertoli

The Montespertoli Carnival in Piazza del Popolo

Montespertoli — Firenze (248)
Dates 08 Feb — 08 Feb 2026
Location Montespertoli (248)
Prices Free
Status Finished

About Carnevalspertoli

Carnevalspertoli is the grand Carnival celebration that brings the historic center of Montespertoli, in the heart of the Florentine Chianti, to life every year. For one afternoon, Piazza del Popolo transforms into a colorful, open-air playground filled with confetti, bouncy castles, creative workshops, roving performers, and snacks for the little ones. This free event is designed for families and the entire community, concluding in the evening with an aperitivo, DJ set, and a group costume contest.

Carnevalspertoli, the Montespertoli Carnival celebration

In the heart of the Florentine Chianti, just a few kilometers from Florence, the town of Montespertoli celebrates Carnival with Carnevalspertoli, a festive day that turns the historic center into a vast space for play and entertainment. The event, now a long-awaited tradition for children and families, centers on Piazza del Popolo, the town's main square, and involves local associations, merchants, and volunteers from across the community.

A family-friendly festival

The heart of Carnevalspertoli is the afternoon dedicated to children. The square fills with confetti, inflatables, games, and workshops in a cheerful and welcoming atmosphere. This is not a Carnival with massive floats, but a warm, participatory town festival where the entertainment is curated directly by local entities: the School Parents' Committee, the Merchants and Artisans Association, local groups, and the Contrade of Montespertoli.

Entertainment, workshops, and shows

Throughout the day, the square features inflatables, confetti zones, creative workshops for children, and roving performances, such as bubble magicians and wooden games. There are prizes for the best costumes, snacks, and skill games that keep the square lively until late afternoon. The festival is completely free and open to everyone.

Montespertoli and the Florentine Chianti

Montespertoli, located in the Metropolitan City of Florence (Tuscany), is famous for its winemaking tradition and the rolling hills dotted with Chianti vineyards. Carnevalspertoli is one of many occasions where the village opens its squares to social life: an excellent excuse to discover an authentic corner of the Tuscan countryside, far from the major tourist crowds but rich in popular traditions.

The masquerade evening

After the afternoon dedicated to children, the party continues into the evening with an aperitivo, DJ set, and the awards ceremony for the best group costumes: the perfect moment for those who want to experience Carnival with friends and adults, extending the day's joy into the night.

Carnevalspertoli — edition 2026

The 2026 edition of Carnevalspertoli took place on Sunday, February 8, in Piazza del Popolo, Montespertoli. From 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM, the square came alive with inflatables, confetti, workshops, and children's games, while in the evening, from 7:00 PM, the party continued with an aperitivo, DJ set, and the group costume awards.

The 2026 edition of Carnevalspertoli brought Carnival to the center of Montespertoli on Sunday, February 8, with an afternoon entirely dedicated to families in Piazza del Popolo and an evening masquerade finale.

Among the afternoon activities, confetti, inflatables, and numerous creative workshops enlivened the square until sunset, in a festive and free atmosphere.

Programme Carnevalspertoli 2026

Sunday, February 8 — afternoon (2:30 PM - 6:30 PM), Piazza del Popolo

  • Inflatables by Garage delle Meraviglie
  • "Confetti Corner" hosted by the Merchants and Artisans Association
  • Bubble workshop for children led by Alessia Cielo
  • Ludobus in Tabula: wooden games and "flying beasts"
  • Workshop "Secrets of the Forest — Observe, imagine, and create with natural materials" (La Viatrecento Association)
  • Carnival prizes, snacks, and games by the Montespertoli School Parents' Committee

Sunday, February 8 — evening (from 7:00 PM), Pizzeria Dolce Vita

  • Aperitivo
  • DJ set
  • Group costume awards

Highlights Carnevalspertoli 2026

Children's workshops in Piazza del Popolo, roving bubble shows, and the evening group costume awards at Pizzeria Dolce Vita.

Prices Carnevalspertoli 2026

All afternoon activities are free; snacks for children are provided by the organizers. The evening aperitivo at Pizzeria Dolce Vita is paid according to the venue's menu.

Practical information — Carnevalspertoli

How to get there

Montespertoli can be reached by car via the Florence-Pisa-Livorno highway (Ginestra Fiorentina or Empoli exit) and the SS429 road. It is approximately 35 km from Florence. The festival takes place in Piazza del Popolo, in the town center.

When

Carnevalspertoli is held on a single day during the Carnival period (between late January and early March, depending on the annual calendar).

Costs

Admission and activities are free. Snacks for children are provided by the organizers.

Contacts

Montespertoli Tourist Office, tel. +39 0571 600255, email [email protected].

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Where does it take place — Carnevalspertoli

Piazza del Popolo

Piazza del Popolo, 50025 Montespertoli

Contact Carnevalspertoli

Tel
+39 0571 600255

Carnevalspertoli in brief

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