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Estate Palena 2026 - Cultural, sports and recreational events

Palena (CH)

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From August to September 2026, Palena comes alive with a rich calendar of events for all ages, set in the Maiella National Park. The program, curated by the Municipality, ranges from concerts, open-air cinema, theater performances, book presentations, festivals, sports activities, excursions and patron saint feasts. There are also initiatives for families, food and wine evenings and appointments linked to popular traditions, which make the Palena summer an opportunity to experience the village between culture, nature and fun.

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Updated calendar from August 1, 2026. For the detailed program: Municipality of Palena.

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Nature and hikes Ongoing

Horseback Riding Excursions on the Sentiero del Parco L4

Pizzoferrato (CH)

Horseback riding excursions along the Sentiero del Parco L4, in the territory of the Majella National Park, in the Valle del Sole locality in Pizzoferrato. The activity is authorized by the Park until November 8, 2026, and also includes the temporary installation of a prefabricated wooden module functional to the activity.

Fairs and markets Ongoing

Mercato estivo 2026

Roccaraso (AQ)

The summer market of Roccaraso continues throughout the August-September 2026 period, with parking concessions for commercial operators. The notice of extension confirms the continuity of the initiative, which offers various products and outdoor shopping opportunities.

Institutional Today

Inauguration of the new Training Hub "Cav. Filippo De Cecco"

Fara San Martino (CH)

On September 14, 2026, the inauguration ceremony of the new Training Hub "Cav. Filippo De Cecco" will take place in Fara San Martino, built thanks to PNRR funds. The event will involve the citizens, students and staff of local schools, as well as municipal employees. To allow participation, municipal offices will have reduced hours (8:30-10:00 and 15:30-17:30).

Sports

IL GIRO D'ABRUZZO 2026 - First stage Cupello/Casalincontrada

Civitaluparella (CH)

On September 15, 2026, the first stage of the Giro d'Abruzzo 2026, starting from Cupello and ending in Casalincontrada, passes through the municipal territory of Civitaluparella. The cycling race travels along Strada Provinciale n. 132, from the Montelapiano junction to the entrance of the town, continuing towards Montenerodomo. To ensure safety, from 12:00 to 15:00 (or until the complete passage) access, transit, parking and stopping bans are enforced along the route and on the municipal and private roads that join it.

Culture and exhibitions

III Estemporanea del Ferro Battuto 2026

Civitaluparella (CH)

Terza edizione dell'Estemporanea del Ferro Battuto, manifestazione che per tre giorni trasforma Civitaluparella in una fucina a cielo aperto. Maestri artigiani del ferro battuto, provenienti da diverse regioni italiane e da alcuni Paesi europei, realizzano dal vivo una 'presentosa' di grandi dimensioni, opera forgiata, battuta, lavorata e assemblata durante l'evento. L'iniziativa, che nelle scorse edizioni ha richiamato pubblico e attenzione di stampa e televisioni, è un'occasione di aggregazione e valorizzazione dell'artigianato artistico.

Sports

Giro d'Abruzzo 2026 – first stage in Gessopalena

Gessopalena (CH)

On Tuesday, September 15, 2026, the territory of Gessopalena will be crossed by the first stage of the Giro d'Abruzzo 2026, an international cycling race for elite and professional athletes. The route will involve Provincial Road SP 110 "Torricella Peligna - Altino", with traffic and parking bans from 12:45 PM until the passage of the "Fine Gara" vehicle. To ensure safety, closures are also planned on some sections of SS 652 Val di Sangro.