Maggio Monteclarense
The major cultural review that enlivens Montichiari in spring
About Maggio Monteclarense
A month of celebration for Montichiari
Maggio Monteclarense is the most important cultural review in Montichiari, in the Province of Brescia. For over a month, from late April to early June, the town comes alive with a packed calendar of events ranging from history to music, from theatre to gastronomy, involving the entire community and numerous local associations.
A journey through the centuries
The common thread of the review is the journey through time. It starts from the Middle Ages with Montichiari Medievale, the re-enactment of the medieval village with an old-fashioned market and historical pageant; it continues with 19th Century in the Square, featuring costume parades and vintage markets, up to the 20th Century, dedicated to the last century. The religious and civil heart of the review is the Night of San Pancrazio, dedicated to the patron saint, with music, theatre, and a fireworks display.
Culture, music, and tradition
Alongside the re-enactments, Maggio Monteclarense offers concerts, theatre performances, conferences, exhibitions in the city museums, and food festivals such as the Sagra dei Trivellini. Many events take place in the historic centre and at the charming Castello Bonoris. Organised by the Municipality of Montichiari, the review has become an identity event for the town and an attraction for visitors from all over the Brescia region.
Maggio Monteclarense — edition 2026
The 25th edition of Maggio Monteclarense brings over a month of cultural events to Montichiari. It opens on April 26 with the 'Cose Introvabili' market and the PinholeDay photographic marathon, and continues with the bicentenary of the town band (May 2-3), Montichiari Medievale (May 9-10), the Night of San Pancrazio (May 12), the 19th Century in the Square (May 16-17), and the 20th Century (May 22-27). Concerts, shows, museum exhibitions, and the Sagra dei Trivellini complete the calendar until June 2.
Programme Maggio Monteclarense 2026
Maggio Monteclarense 2026 (April 26 - June 2)
- April 26 — 'Cose Introvabili' market and PinholeDay photographic marathon
- May 2-3 — Bicentenary of the town band
- May 9-10 — Montichiari Medievale: re-enactment of the medieval village, old-fashioned market, historical pageant
- May 12 — Night of San Pancrazio: music, theatre, and fireworks display for the patron saint
- May 16-17 — 19th Century in the Square: costume parades, re-enactments, vintage markets
- May 22-27 — The 20th Century: events dedicated to the last century
- May 29 - June 1 — Re-enactment of the car racing circuit and Sagra dei Trivellini
Full calendar of concerts, shows, and exhibitions on the Municipality of Montichiari website.
Highlights Maggio Monteclarense 2026
- 25th edition
- Montichiari Medievale and Night of San Pancrazio
- The 19th Century and the 20th Century in the Square
Prices Maggio Monteclarense 2026
Practical information — Maggio Monteclarense
When
From late April to early June.
Where
Historic centre of Montichiari, Castello Bonoris, city museums and squares (BS).
How to get there
Montichiari is accessible from the A4 motorway (Brescia Est exit) and the A21, on the Brescia-Garda Lake route.
Admission
Many events are free; some shows and activities may be ticketed.
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Where does it take place — Maggio Monteclarense
Centro storico e Castello Bonoris
Centro storico, 25018 Montichiari