Folklore Festival Autumn in Tuscany
International autumn folklore festival in Montecatini Terme
About Autumn in Tuscany
An international folklore festival in the heart of Tuscany
The Folklore Festival Autumn in Tuscany is an international event dedicated to folk traditions that brings Montecatini Terme, the famous spa town in the Province of Pistoia, Tuscany, to life every autumn. For five days, folk groups, choirs, orchestras, majorettes, and modern dance troupes from various European countries gather to share traditional dances, songs, and costumes in a spirit of friendship and cultural exchange.
Performances in the central square
The highlight of the event is the grand evening show on the stage set up in the central square of Montecatini Terme. Each group presents an eight-minute performance, featuring live or recorded music, in a parade of colors, costumes, and rhythms from across Europe. The stage is covered to ensure the show goes on even in case of rain; alternatively, performances can be hosted in an indoor theater. The groups admitted include adult, youth, and children's ensembles, with no age or size limits.
Between performance and discovery
Beyond the performances, the festival is designed as a complete travel experience. The program includes excursions and guided tours to iconic Tuscan landmarks: a day in Florence, the opportunity to visit the Cinque Terre with stops in the villages of Monterosso and Vernazza, a visit to a local winery with a Tuscan lunch and tasting, and tours to Siena and San Gimignano. It is a way to combine a passion for folklore with the discovery of the region's art, landscapes, and gastronomy.
Organization and spirit of the event
The festival is organized by MIOFF - Folklore Festival Organization together with Blue Diamond Events, entities specializing in international folklore festivals. The event is aimed primarily at groups wishing to perform and tourists who want to enjoy a free, colorful show in the town center. The autumn edition complements the summer one, confirming Montecatini Terme as one of Italy's capitals for international folklore gatherings.
Autumn in Tuscany — edition 2026
For 2026, the Folklore Festival Autumn in Tuscany is scheduled in Montecatini Terme from October 9 to 13. The event structure follows the usual five-day format, intertwining stage performances in the central square with guided tours of Tuscany's iconic landmarks.
Each registered group presents an eight-minute performance, accompanied by live or recorded music. The main show is held in the central square, on a covered stage to ensure the event's success even in case of bad weather.
Programme Autumn in Tuscany 2026
Day 1 — October 9
- 14:00-19:00 — Arrival of groups and welcome, hotel check-in
Day 2 — October 10
- Morning — Optional visit to Florence
- Evening — Main performance by groups on the stage in the central square of Montecatini Terme
Day 3 — October 11
- Optional excursion to the Cinque Terre, with stops in the villages of Monterosso and Vernazza (additional cost)
Day 4 — October 12
- Visit to a local winery with a Tuscan lunch and tasting
- Tour to Siena and San Gimignano
Day 5 — October 13
- Breakfast and group departure
The detailed artistic program (list of participating groups and represented countries) is defined by the organization in the weeks preceding the event.
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Practical information — Autumn in Tuscany
Getting there
Montecatini Terme is accessible by train (Montecatini Terme-Monsummano and Montecatini Centro stations on the Florence-Lucca-Viareggio line) and by car via the A11 Firenze-Mare motorway, taking the Montecatini Terme exit. The nearest airports are Florence-Peretola and Pisa.
Shows and access
Evening performances in the central square are free for the public. Participation is reserved for registered groups (minimum 15 members).
Participation fees for groups
Group packages include 4 nights on a half-board basis: starting from approximately €209 per person in a 3-star hotel and €305 per person in a 4-star hotel. Optional excursions (such as the Cinque Terre) have an additional cost.
Contacts
For registration: [email protected]. Information also available at mioff.org and bluediamondevents.net.
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Where does it take place — Autumn in Tuscany
Piazza del Popolo
Piazza del Popolo, 51016 Montecatini-Terme