Festival of the Two Worlds
It was established by Gian Carlo Menotti in 1958 with the aim of creating an opportunity for Italian, American and European cultures to meet and exchange ideas. Today is one of the most prestigious international artistic events and offers performances of theatre, dance, prose and lyrics performed in very suggestive spaces such as the Cathedral Square, where the final concerts of the Festival take place.
When: End of June-mid-July - Where: Spoleto - Web:www.spoletofestival.it
Umbria Jazz
Launched in 1973, today is one of the most important jazz music festival in the world. The event lasts ten days during which, from morning to night, in the historic center of Perugia take place many concerts covering the entire music kinds to meet the tastes of the public. During the Festival Perugia becomes a meeting point for tens of thousands music lovers, coming from all over Italy, from Europe and the United States.
When: July - Where: Perugia - Web: www.umbriajazz.com
Eurochocolate
A great event dedicated to the lovers of the "Food of the Gods", which every year transforms the squares and the historic center of Perugia into a lively open-air chocolate shop. Amateur and semi-professional workshops, tastings, exhibitions and other events are held in the historic town centre. This is a unique, varied festival, which features the biggest names in Italian and international confectionery making.
When: October - Where: Perugia - Web: www.eurochocolate.com