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Capodanno
New Year's Day
Public Holiday
Epifania
Epiphany
Public Holiday
On this day, the Befana, an old woman (witch) brings children presents and sweets.
La Festa degli Innamorati
Valentine's Day
The day for Latin lovers to shine
Venerdi Santo
Good Friday
This is not a Public Holiday
Pasqua
Easter Sunday
Public Holiday
Lunedi dell'Angelo, Pasquetta
Easter Monday
Public Holiday
Festa della Liberazione
Anniversary of Liberation
Public Holiday - end of World War II in Italy, 1945
Festa dei Lavoratori
Labour Day
Public Holiday
San Giovanni Battista
St John the Baptist
Patron Saint of Turin, Florence & Genoa. Special festivities in these cities.
Assunzione / Ferragosto
Assumption Day
Public Holiday. Along with Christmas & Easter this is one of the most celebrated holidays in Italy.
Ognissanti / Tutti i Santi
All Saints
Public Holiday. Many Italians remember relatives that have passed away by visiting the cemetery and placing flowers.
Immacolata
Immaculate Conception
Public Holiday
Natale
Christmas Day
Public Holiday
Santo Stefano
St Stephen's Day
Public Holiday
