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Craft and flea markets Ongoing

Mercatini Il Tarlo

Palena (CH)

Via Trento e Trieste, Palena

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In the historic center of Palena, the Mercatini Il Tarlo return, an opportunity to stroll among stalls of handicrafts, hobbies, and local products. The event takes place on Via Trento e Trieste, closed to traffic for the entire day.

Useful info

Vehicle traffic closure on August 21, 22, and 23, 2026 from 00:00 to 24:00 on Via Trento e Trieste. No parking on the entire Via Trento e Trieste on the same days. Alternative route: Via Appiè la Torre, Via per Lettopalena, Via S. Antonio Abate.

More events near Palena

Nature and hikes Today

Arrivo della carovana della Transiberiana d'Abruzzo all'Eremo della Madonna dell'Altare

Palena (CH)

The Transiberiana d'Abruzzo, the historic train that runs on the Sulmona-Carpinone railway, stops at the Hermitage of the Madonna dell'Altare. The travelers of the caravan, railway enthusiasts and hikers, reach this remote corner of the Palena area for a stop that combines spirituality, nature and railway charm. The hermitage, set into the rock at over a thousand meters altitude, offers a panorama that stretches over the Maiella massif. On arrival days, the square comes alive with hikers and curious visitors, creating an informal atmosphere with chats, photographs and packed lunches. The event is repeated on five Sundays in summer 2026: July 19 and then August 9, 16, 23 and 30.

Other Ongoing

Estate Palena 2026 - Cultural, sports and recreational events

Palena (CH)

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.

Music and concerts Ongoing

Cultural events at BBKING Blues Club

Colledimacine (CH)

The cultural association La Ritornanza organizes a series of cultural events at the BBKING Blues Club, located in the Dimora di Pindaro at via Roma 50. The evenings will take place on various dates between August and September 2026, with the closure of the affected section of via Roma to traffic to ensure the safety of participants.

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.

Shows and entertainment Ongoing

Manifestazioni estive a Rivisondoli

Rivisondoli (AQ)

The Municipality of Rivisondoli organizes the traditional summer events with shows and entertainment in Piazza Garibaldi. The scheduled evenings are August 16 and 24, 2026, with events that attract a significant influx of people. To ensure safety and smooth running, specific traffic and space management measures have been adopted.

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.