The Sun, the Moon – Festival of Giove
Four days of art, circus, music, and flavors in the medieval village of Giove
About The Sun, the Moon
A widespread festival in the village of Giove
In Giove, a small municipality in the province of Terni overlooking the lower Tiber valley, every late July, The Sun, the Moon comes to life, one of the longest-running street arts events in southern Umbria. Organized by the Pro Loco of Giove with the artistic direction of Flavio Frollano, the festival enlivens the entire historic center for several days, from the medieval alleys to the famous ducal castle, one of the most scenic historic residences in the Terni area.
Widespread art, circus, and music
The soul of the festival is the encounter between different disciplines: storytellers, acrobats, magicians, and street artists perform along the town's streets, featuring clowns, stilt walkers, fire juggling, and balancing acts. The most evocative spot is the Belvedere, where shows begin at sunset against the backdrop of the Umbrian countryside. Alongside the performances, there are concerts, theater reviews, and film screenings.
A bazaar of flavors and crafts
During the evenings, the village fills with stalls: antique fairs, typical food and wine products, natural cosmetics, handicrafts, and second-hand and recycling markets. It's an opportunity to discover the specialties of Umbrian cuisine and to stroll in a festive atmosphere that involves residents and visitors.
Why it's worth the trip
The Sun, the Moon combines the popular dimension of village festivals with the quality of performing arts, in a setting—that of Giove and its castle—which alone is worth the visit. An ideal event for those seeking an authentic Umbrian summer, away from the major tourist flows.
The Sun, the Moon — edition 2026
For its 30th edition, The Sun, the Moon confirms the formula that has made the Giove festival famous: street arts, circus, music, and gastronomy spread throughout the historic center. The village transforms into a meeting point for storytellers, acrobats, and magicians, with shows ranging from folklore to theater to cinema. Along the alleys, antique fairs, stalls of typical products, natural cosmetics, crafts, and markets accompany the evenings.
Programme The Sun, the Moon 2026
The detailed program for the 30th edition will be published by the Pro Loco of Giove in the weeks preceding the event. The established structure includes, on each of the four evenings (July 30 – August 2):
- From sunset — Street art performances at the Belvedere: stilt walkers, clowns, fire juggling, magic.
- Evening — Live concerts and theater performances in the squares of the historic center.
- All evening — Antique fairs, markets of typical products, crafts, and recycled items along the village alleys.
The names of the artists and precise times will be announced on the official channels of the Pro Loco of Giove.
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Practical information — The Sun, the Moon
How to get there
Giove is located in the province of Terni, near the border with Lazio. By car: Attigliano exit from the A1 Milan-Naples highway, a few minutes from the village. By train: Attigliano-Bomarzo station on the Rome-Florence line, then a short car ride.
Admission
Admission to the festival and the scattered shows in the village is generally free.
Tips
Evening shows start around 7:30 PM at the Belvedere. Comfortable shoes are recommended for the stone alleys of the historic center.
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Where does it take place — The Sun, the Moon
Centro storico di Giove