Le Infiorate di Spello 2027, Italy

• May 29, 2027
  Event date:
• May 30, 2027
  Event end:

What to expect in 2027

Le Infiorate di Spello 2027 will transform the historic centre of Spello in Umbria into an extensive outdoor exhibition of floral art. The festival is closely connected with the Corpus Domini celebrations and features elaborate floral carpets and artistic panels created entirely from flowers, petals, leaves and other natural materials.

The works are prepared by groups of local infioratori who spend months planning their designs and collecting, preparing and arranging botanical materials. During the festival, the streets become a continuous display of colourful floral compositions, while visitors can also experience exhibitions, performances, food events, demonstrations and religious celebrations.

The 2027 edition will continue Spello’s long-established floral tradition, with the main programme expected to include the overnight creation of the infiorate, the Corpus Domini procession, the competition between participating groups and a wider programme of cultural activities.

Event dates

Festival dates: May 29 and May 30, 2027

The official Infiorate di Spello website currently lists May 29 and May 30, 2027, for the next edition. The event follows the Corpus Domini calendar, meaning the dates are linked to the annual religious celebration.

The detailed 2027 programme, including individual activity times, performances, exhibitions and special events, is expected to be released closer to the festival.

Visiting this event? Don’t miss out on these amazing activities and local experiences while you’re here.

Venues & festival locations

Historic centre of Spello: The main Infiorate are created along the streets and public spaces of the historic town, forming a continuous floral route.

Via Consolare: An important part of the Infiorate route and a location used for visitor participation activities in previous editions.

Piazza della Repubblica: One of the principal festival areas and the location of the Museo delle Infiorate and several cultural activities.

Museo delle Infiorate: Located at the Logge del Palazzo Comunale, the museum documents the history and artistic development of Spello’s floral tradition.

Palazzo Comunale: The municipal palace has hosted exhibitions, ceremonies and presentations connected with the festival.

Chiesa di San Lorenzo: A key religious location associated with the Corpus Domini celebrations and procession.

Villa dei Mosaici parking area: Used in recent editions for street food, family activities, concerts and entertainment.

Full cultural programme

The 2027 programme is expected to combine the main floral exhibition with cultural, artistic, gastronomic and religious activities.

Typical programme elements include:

• Creation of floral carpets and artistic panels
• Floral-art exhibitions
• Historical photography exhibitions
• Floral design and botanical activities
• Floriculture and craft markets
• Street food and regional cuisine
• Floral cooking activities
• Live music and concerts
• Street performers and entertainment
• Children’s activities
• Infiorator demonstrations
• Religious celebrations
• Corpus Domini procession
• Floral-art competition and awards

The final programme will confirm the participating artists, exhibitions, performers and individual activity locations.

Featured traditions & performances

Floral carpets: The defining tradition is the creation of elaborate carpets and panels from flowers and other plant materials along the streets of Spello.

Infioratori: Local groups design their works well in advance and prepare the botanical materials needed to create highly detailed compositions.

Night of the flowers: The final construction takes place through the night before the Corpus Domini celebrations, creating a distinctive atmosphere throughout the historic centre.

Corpus Domini procession: The religious procession passes along the streets decorated with the completed floral artworks.

Music and entertainment: Previous programmes have included live concerts, DJs, tribute bands, street performers and family entertainment.

Infiorata dei turisti: Visitors have also been invited to try creating their own small floral artwork with assistance from experienced local infioratori.

Historical & heritage highlights

The floral tradition of Spello has roots in the practice of decorating religious procession routes with flowers. According to the official history of the event, the artistic Infiorate developed particularly during the early twentieth century, with increasingly sophisticated floral compositions becoming an important part of the Corpus Domini celebrations.

The official association explains that modern Infiorate can cover approximately 1,500 metres of streets with floral carpets and panels. The designs traditionally draw inspiration from Christian themes and Eucharistic imagery, while allowing artists considerable creative freedom.

The competition between infioratori groups became an important part of the tradition during the twentieth century. The official history records informal competitions before the organised competition developed during the 1960s.

The winning group receives the historic Premio Properzio, a bronze statuette representing the Latin poet Sesto Properzio, which is retained until the following edition.

Events & activities schedule

The complete 2027 activity schedule has not yet been published. Based on recent editions, the festival develops over several stages leading to the completed floral artworks.

Flower preparation: Infioratori groups collect, select and prepare flowers, leaves and other botanical materials.

Festival opening activities: Exhibitions, museum activities, markets and cultural events normally begin before the main floral works are completed.

Construction night: Artists and groups work through the night to create the floral carpets and panels.

Final preparations: The completed artworks are inspected and prepared for the public and the Corpus Domini procession.

Religious celebrations: Mass and the Corpus Domini procession form an important part of the traditional programme.

Awards and entertainment: The programme normally concludes with competition awards, concerts and additional public activities.

Ticket types & entry options

General festival admission: Free.

The official Infiorate di Spello FAQ states that there is no admission ticket for the main manifestation. Visitors can therefore access the festival and view the floral artworks without purchasing a general entrance ticket.

Some individual activities may require advance booking or separate payment. For example, the previous edition offered a floral cooking course with lunch for approximately $64.35. This was an optional activity rather than an entrance fee for the Infiorate.

The 2027 prices for optional workshops or experiences have not yet been announced.

Guided tours & cultural experiences

Visitors can experience the Infiorate through the historic streets of Spello and learn more about the techniques used by local floral artists.

Infiorata dei turisti: Previous editions have offered visitors an opportunity to create their own small floral composition with guidance from experienced local infioratori.

Museo delle Infiorate: The museum provides historical information, photographs and examples connected with the development of Spello’s floral tradition.

Historic-centre walks: The festival route can be combined with a visit to Spello’s churches, Roman remains, medieval streets and traditional architecture.

Floral workshops: Previous programmes have included floral cooking and other activities connected with flowers, plants and local traditions.

Advance reservation may be required for some participatory experiences.

Special ceremonies & celebrations

The Corpus Domini religious celebrations are central to the Infiorate tradition.

Holy Mass: Recent programmes have included a religious celebration at Chiesa di San Lorenzo.

Corpus Domini procession: The solemn procession traditionally passes through the streets decorated with the completed floral carpets and panels.

Infiorator ceremonies: Recent editions have included formal ceremonies for young participating groups such as Studenti in Fiore and Accademia dei Boccioli.

Competition ceremony: The festival includes recognition of participating infioratori groups and presentation of awards connected with the floral competition.

Additional cultural and entertainment celebrations may be added to the 2027 programme.

Festival rules

The floral competition is governed by specific regulations established by the Association Le Infiorate di Spello.

Natural materials: The floral artworks are created using flowers and plant materials without artificial adhesives.

Floral techniques: Designs can use perspective, colour techniques and layered botanical materials to create visual depth.

Completion requirements: Participating groups must complete their works within the official construction period established by the organisers.

Safety: Protective structures, equipment and materials must be removed according to the organisers’ requirements to maintain safe pedestrian routes.

No open fires: The official regulations prohibit braziers and similar fire installations along the Infiorate route.

Visitor access: Visitors should remain within designated areas and avoid touching or walking on the floral artworks.

How to get there

By car: Spello is located in Umbria and can be reached by road from Perugia, Assisi, Foligno and other destinations in central Italy.

By train: Spello has a railway station with connections toward Foligno and other destinations on the regional rail network.

From Perugia: Visitors can travel toward Spello by regional train or road, making the town suitable for a day trip or longer stay.

From Assisi: Spello is located close to Assisi and can be reached by road or regional rail services.

By air: Perugia San Francesco d’Assisi Airport is the nearest regional airport, while Rome airports provide additional international connections.

Public transport & parking

Public transport is a practical option because Spello has a railway station close to the town centre.

During the Infiorate, visitor numbers increase significantly and traffic management arrangements may be introduced around the historic centre.

Parking: Dedicated visitor parking areas are arranged outside or around the historic centre. Recent official guidance has recommended advance parking reservations to secure a vehicle space near the event.

Parking reservation: Reserving a designated parking space can also help guarantee access to the event when visitor capacity restrictions are reached.

Coaches and caravans: Specific parking arrangements may be provided for buses, caravans and other larger vehicles. Visitors should check the official parking information before travelling.

Accommodation areas

Spello historic centre: Ideal for visitors who want to stay close to the Infiorate route, historic monuments, restaurants and cultural activities.

Foligno: A larger nearby town with a broad selection of hotels, guesthouses and transport connections.

Assisi: A popular base for combining the Infiorate with visits to Assisi and other Umbrian attractions.

Perugia: Suitable for visitors looking for a larger urban base with extensive accommodation and dining options.

Umbrian countryside: Agriturismi and rural properties around Spello provide a quieter option surrounded by vineyards, olive groves and countryside.

Food & traditional specialties

The festival programme traditionally includes food activities and regional specialities alongside the floral exhibitions.

Umbrian cuisine: Visitors can explore dishes based on local pasta, legumes, seasonal vegetables, meat and regional products.

Olive oil: Spello is located in an important Umbrian olive-growing area and is associated with high-quality extra virgin olive oil.

Truffles: Umbrian cuisine is well known for black truffles and truffle-based dishes.

Norcia specialities: Cured meats and other products from the wider Umbrian region are commonly available in local restaurants and food stalls.

Floral cuisine: Previous Infiorate programmes have included floral cooking courses and demonstrations.

Street food: Recent editions have featured regional food stalls and a dedicated “Fiori, cibo e fantasia” food area.

Accessibility

The organisers have developed visitor and safety arrangements designed to manage large crowds throughout the historic centre.

The official FAQ confirms that accessible routes are provided for visitors with disabilities, while parking arrangements can be used to facilitate access close to the event.

Because Spello’s historic centre contains narrow streets, slopes and traditional paving, visitors with mobility requirements should check the latest accessibility information before travelling.

The Municipality has also supported dedicated transport services for people with disabilities, so visitors should contact the local authorities or organisers for the latest arrangements.

Best cultural experiences

Watch the floral creation process: Seeing infioratori working on their compositions provides insight into the skill and preparation behind the finished artworks.

Walk the full floral route: The Infiorate extend through the historic centre, allowing visitors to experience numerous different artistic designs.

Visit the Infiorate Museum: The museum offers historical photographs and information about the evolution of Spello’s floral tradition.

Experience the night-time atmosphere: The overnight construction period combines illuminated streets, artists at work, open venues, music and visitors.

See the Corpus Domini procession: The religious procession provides an important cultural and spiritual connection to the floral tradition.

Try an Infiorata yourself: When the visitor activity is offered, tourists can participate in creating a small floral composition with guidance from local experts.

Previous year’s highlights

The previous edition was the 63rd Concorso Infiorate and featured a broad programme of exhibitions, food activities, music, children’s entertainment and floral-art events.

The programme included the opening of the Museo delle Infiorate, a historical photography exhibition, the “M’ama non M’ama” flower preparation event, floral cooking, a bonsai exhibition, a floriculture and crafts market, street performances and the main overnight creation of the floral works.

The completed Infiorate were evaluated by a jury before the Corpus Domini celebrations, followed by the competition awards. The programme also included Mass at Chiesa di San Lorenzo, the solemn Corpus Domini procession, children’s entertainment, street food and live music.

The official photographic archive also records the previous competition results, including the leading groups in the Quadri category.

Official tickets

There is no general admission ticket for Le Infiorate di Spello. The official FAQ confirms that access to the main event is free.

Parking reservations are separate from festival admission. The organisers state that reserving a parking space can secure a nearby vehicle position and help guarantee access when visitor capacity limits are reached.

Optional experiences, workshops or food activities may have separate charges. The previous edition’s floral cooking course was approximately $64.35 including lunch, but no 2027 price has been announced for such activities.

The official website should be checked for the 2027 parking reservation system, optional activity bookings and any updated visitor-access information.

Video

Location

FAQ