Infiorata

Name: Infiorata
Start: 2025-06-21
End: 2025-06-22
Location: Spello

Italy’s Street Art Festival Painted with Flowers

2026/06/06 - 2026/07/07

From spring through early summer, towns across Italy are blanketed in vibrant carpets of flowers for the “Infiorata.” For a magical weekend, the air is filled with the sweet scent of blossoms, the ground is transformed into intricate petal paintings, and the entire town celebrates art, faith, and the gifts of nature in a spirit of unity. Whether you love beauty, tradition, or simply want to experience something unforgettable just by walking through the streets, the Infiorata is a feast for all five senses, unique to Italy[1][3][5][7].

Held in places like Spello, Genzano di Roma, and Noto from May to June, the Infiorata draws families, artists, and visitors from around the world. It’s the perfect event for anyone who wants to immerse themselves in color, creativity, and the warmth of community[1][3][5][7].

Main Attractions

Flower Carpets

The highlight of the Infiorata is the enormous, delicate “flower carpets” that cover streets and piazzas. Artists and volunteers work through the night, using millions of petals—roses, carnations, daisies, wildflowers—to create religious images, geometric patterns, or scenes from nature. The soft touch of petals, the dazzling colors, and the gentle flutter of petals as you walk make it feel like stepping into a dream[1][3][5][7].

Key Events

The festival usually starts on Saturday night, with teams sketching designs in chalk and then laying petals throughout the night. By dawn, the streets are filled with color and fragrance. On Sunday, the Corpus Domini (Corpus Christi) procession moves over the flower carpets, accompanied by hymns, bells, and incense. As the procession passes, petals scatter—a fleeting message about the beauty and transience of life[1][3][4][5].

Costumes and Decorations

Participants and children dress in traditional regional costumes—embroidered blouses, sashes, flower crowns. Balconies and windows are decorated with flowers, garlands, and flags. The feel of linen and silk, the coolness of marble steps, and the sight of the whole town turned into a living artwork all add to the festive mood[3][5][7].

Traditional Food & Drink

Local trattorias and food stalls offer porchetta sandwiches, fresh cheeses, warm bread with olive oil, and pastries like ciambelle and crostata. Lemon granita and local wines are popular, and the aromas of flowers, bread, and roasting meat fill the air, making the Infiorata a treat for taste and smell as well as sight[5][7].

Cultural and Historical Background

The Infiorata’s origins date to the 17th century, when church floors were decorated with petals for religious events. Over time, each town developed its own techniques and designs, turning the tradition into a community-wide art event. For locals, the Infiorata is a celebration of faith, gratitude for nature, and a symbol of pride and unity. The fleeting beauty of the flower carpets is a reminder to cherish the present moment[1][3][4][5].

Today, thousands of visitors and artists flock to these small towns, which become open-air galleries and living testaments to creativity and collaboration[1][3][5][7].

Participant Voices

I came from Germany to see the Infiorata in Noto. Walking barefoot on the petals, surrounded by color and music, felt like a dream. A local artist told me, “This design tells the story of our town’s history.”

Fun Facts

Some flower carpets stretch over 70 meters and use more than 500,000 petals[5][1].
After the procession, children often play on the flower carpets
The event schedule is subject to change. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.