A month of events celebrating the history, traditions, and identity of Scarperia: Diotto brings the village to life with historical reenactments, performances, traditional games, cultural events, and activities for visitors of all ages.
DIOTTO 2026
TUESDAY, 8 SEPTEMBER – DIOTTO
Palazzo dei Vicari
- 10:00 AM – Presentation of the Italian Constitution to local residents turning eighteen.
- 11:00 AM – Presentation of the Palio del Diotto.
- 12:00 PM – Ringing of the Historic Great Bell.
Saints James and Philip Parish Church
- 5:30 PM – Holy Mass with participants of the Historical Parade of Scarperia.
Historic Centre – Via Roma
- 9:00 PM – Historical Parade
Parade featuring the Historical Procession of Scarperia and the Historical Procession of the Florentine Republic.
Piazza dei Vicari
- 9:30 PM – Palio del Diotto
Final Giochi di Gagliardia between the district finalists for the awarding of the Palio del Diotto, with performances by the Flag Throwers and Musicians of Castel San Barnaba.
FRIDAY, 11 SEPTEMBER
Palazzo dei Vicari – 9:00 PM
Burraco Tournament.
SATURDAY, 12 SEPTEMBER
Palazzo dei Vicari – 11:00 PM
Festa a Corte (Court Celebration).
SUNDAY, 13 SEPTEMBER
Piazza dei Vicari – 6:00 PM
Community Tombola, traditional corn threshing and polenta prepared by the "Pierone" Parigi Agricultural Group.
FRIDAY, 18 SEPTEMBER
Palazzo dei Vicari – 7:00 PM
Aperitifs on the Battlements.
Info: www.prolocoscarperia.it – 055 8468165
