Cavalli in Piazza

Cavalli in Piazza, the equestrian heart of Blera

Cavalli in Piazza is the event that transforms the village of Blera, in the province of Viterbo, into a small capital of equestrian performance every summer. Promoted by the Associazione Amici del Cavallo Maremmano e Tolfetano di Blera with the support of the Municipality of Blera, the Province of Viterbo, and the Lazio Region, the event began in 2024 and has quickly become a highly anticipated date for enthusiasts, families, and visitors from across the Tuscia region.

Art, horses, and equestrian theater

The centerpiece of the event is the grand evening equestrian show, a theatrical performance that weaves together music, poetry, and the majesty of horses in liberty. The arena hosts Italian and international artists and riders, featuring acrobatics, training displays, and vaulting that bridge Maremma tradition with contemporary artistic research. The 2025 edition also marked the birth of the Italian Forum for Horse-Art-Show-Equestrian Theater, with the ambitious goal of having Italian equestrian art recognized as intangible cultural heritage.

A program for everyone

Alongside the evening shows, the days of Cavalli in Piazza offer a rich calendar of activities:

• foal training demonstrations with expert instructors;
• donkey trekking and the fun «donkey license» for the little ones;
• the horse parade through the historic center, accompanied by the flag-wavers and musicians of the City of Viterbo;
• workshops and educational activities for children and families.

The flavors of Tuscia

Every evening, the food area offers traditional local dishes: truffle fettuccine, Maremmana beef, and extra virgin olive oil from the Colli Etruschi accompany dinners under the stars in the village squares. It is a perfect opportunity to discover the typical products of the Viterbo area in a convivial and popular atmosphere.

Blera, an Etruscan village in Tuscia

Nestled in the hills of the Viterbo Tuscia, Blera is an Etruscan-origin village rich in necropolises, ancient sunken roads, and historical landmarks. Its rural vocation and strong bond with Maremmano horse breeding provide the ideal backdrop for an event that celebrates the territory's identity, popular traditions, and the equestrian culture of Lazio. With free admission and a constantly growing audience, Cavalli in Piazza confirms itself as one of the most evocative events of the Viterbo summer.