Saint Constanzo's Festival
January
The city's patron saint is honoured annually with this religious procession which winds its way through the centre of town. There is plenty of dancing and street entertainment during the day and a dazzling firework display to top things off at the end of the night.
Umbria Jazz
July
Perugia's long and hot summer nights come alive with the sounds of jazz at this musical extravaganza. Internationally acclaimed musicians from across the world arrive in town to perform at this well-established event.
Trasimeno Music Festival
July
The Trasimeno Music Festival hosts a programme of classical concerts and music workshops in Perugia as well as events in the Umbrian towns of Gubbio and Magione.
Music Fest Perugia
August
A highlight on the city's cultural calendar, this classical music festival features a wide range of chamber music concerts, soloist performances and orchestra, held in historic venues across the Old Town.
EuroChocolate
October
One for chocolate lovers everywhere, this festival celebrates the sweet stuff in all its glory and Perugia's reputation as a chocolate-making centre. There's a bundle of chocolate-related activities that are sure to have you shuddering at the thought of getting on your weighing scales afterwards.