Finalestense — Palio delle Cerchie

Finalestense 2025 — Solstitium Aestatis

The XXVIII edition of Finalestense was held from June 20 to 22, 2025, in Finale Emilia (Modena), dedicated to the theme of the summer solstice.

The event opened on Friday, June 20, with the blessing of the banners and Cerchie in the Duomo and the historical parade, while the Renaissance market and artisan workshops animated the streets of the center. Among the guests were the Historical Group of Flag-wavers and Musicians «Ducato di Parma», the Compagnia del Saltarello with dances from the 15th and 16th centuries, the Compagnia Opera Fiammae with fire shows, and the dancers «Les Danseuses de Sheherazade».

The heart of the festival, as always, were the Palio challenges between the Cerchie, the crossbow competition, and the Artistic Palio, reintroduced in a new format. Twelve taverns offered traditional Este dishes. The event was organized by the Municipality of Finale Emilia with the Order of the Cerchie, I Conestabili del Finale, and numerous local associations, with free admission.