Palio della Manesca

The fourth edition of the Palio della Manesca was held on November 15 and 16, 2025, organized by the association Contea Brasichellae et Vallis Hamoniae. Saturday evening opened with a conference titled "Fortifications and Projectile Weapons" at the Teatro Pedrini foyer, dedicated to the use of projectile weapons in sieges and their impact on fortress construction between the 13th and 15th centuries.

On Sunday, at the Rocca of Brisighella, the entire competition day took place: official team draw and practice shots in the morning, the "Colpo alla Barbuta" competition, followed in the afternoon by the "Colpo al Bersaglio" competition, a performance by drummers and flag-bearers, the final "Colpo in Velocità" competition, and the official award ceremony.