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Events in Sorrento

Sorrento Sailing Regatta

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Photograph from Tre Golfi Sailing

If you are visiting at the same time as this event then find a good view point, sit back and relax to enjoy this spectacular show. Sunhats, cocktails and binoculars recommended accessories.

The 2026 International Maxi Association (IMA) Maxi European Championship will be held in Sorrento, Italy, from May 22 to 28, 2026. As part of the prestigious Tre Golfi Sailing Week, this event features the 71st Regata dei Tre Golfi offshore race starting on May 22, followed by four days of inshore and coastal racing in the Bay of Naples and around Capri.

More details shortly.

Tre Golfi Sailing Website

For images and videos of previous events visit their Facebook

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Sorrento Opera Festival

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(From April 11)

A wonderful opportunity to hear soprano and tenor voices singing some of the great Italian Opera and Neapolitan Songs in the beautiful Correale Museum. A true musical experience in unique surroundings.

The Three Tenors – Opera Arias, Naples and Songs
Inspired by the popular performance of L. Pavarotti, P. Domingo and J. Carreras, The Three Tenors – Opera arias, Naples and Songs is an unmissable voyage in the Italian songs history with the powerful male voices of The Three Tenors. A concert full of emotions, romanticism and funny moments.
From April 11 – Tuesday and Wednesday – Starts at 9.00 pm.
From September 7 there are two additional performances on Saturday at 7.00 pm and 9.00 pm
Opportunity for pre-concert wine tasting for 5 euros in the garden

For full details and booking view official website.

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San Carlo Opera House in Naples

Opera lovers visiting Sorrento should take the opportunity to visit the magnificent San Carlo Opera House in the heart of Naples. 2026 offers a wonderful programme of ballet, classical concerts and operas. You can view the full programme at the official website. This video will give a flavour of what you could enjoy during your visit. There is also a 30 minute guided tour of this magnificent building available most days, details on the website.

Credits
San Carlo Opera Website.

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Villa Fiorentino

2026 Programme
Details will be published as soon as they become available. In addition to temporary events there are two permanent exhibitions to be viewed throughout the year. The Villa’s gardens also provide a place of tranquility with roses, camellias, a citrus grove and ancient walls.

Salierno Music Box Collection
A very rare and valuable collection of music boxes donated to the city of Sorrento by cabinetmaker Enrico Salierno and housed on the second floor.

Collezione Carillon Salierno Sorrent

The Art of Sorrento Inlay
“The Art of Sorrento Inlay” exhibition guides visitors through the intricate process of inlay work.

Mostra permanente Intarsio Sorrentino Villa Fiorentino

For more information about Villa Fiorentino visit the official website.

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Traditional festivals in Sorrento

Video taken on the terrace of the Excelsior Vittoria during our visit in 2014

Traditional festivals take place in and around Sorrento throughout the year and we have listed some of these. Once you know the dates of your visit check out to see what could be taking place.

Spring
Sorrento Carnival, first half of February
White Hood procession on Holy Thursday in Sorrento.
Black Hood procession on Holy Friday in Sorrento.

Summer
The ‘Festabiente’ festival celebrating nature.
‘Patron Feast of Saint Peter and Paul’ at Monticchio, in Massa Lubrense.
Sea Festival at Marina Grande, Sorrento.
Sea Festival at Sant’ Agnello.
‘St. Salvatore’s Day Feast’, in Schiazzano, Massa Lubrense, celebrating local produce.
‘Festival of the Melon’ at Piano di Sorrento.
‘Marina della Lobra Regatta’ at Massa Lubrense.
Celebration to the blessed Mary in the village of Casarlano.
‘Saint Rocco Meatball Fair’ in the village of Maiano.
‘Lemon Fair’ in Massa Lubrense Square.
‘San Lorenzo.
‘Ferragosto’

Autumn
Olive Oil harvest and production.
Festival of Grapes in nearby Priora.
Chestnut Festival in Faito.
‘Colli di Fontanella’ festival in Sant’Agnello celebrating end of summer and start of autumn.
The ‘Alimuri Fair’ in Meta di Sorrento re-enacts the arrival of the Saracens in the Sorrentine peninsula.
Celebrations to the Holy Blessed Mary of Lauro.

Winter
Christmas and New Year Celebrations.
Traditional Living Nativity Scenes.
New Year festivities with firework display.
Carnival at Termini. February

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Ischia | La Mortella Garden Concerts

William Walton Concerts Ischia

In Spring and in Autumn the chamber music recitals are held on Saturdays and Sundays in the indoor Recital Hall

In Summer, June to August, the Festival of Youth Orchestras with symphonic concerts are held every Thursday evening in the Greek Theatre. These concerts are always performed by young musicians (maximum age 32), following the express wishes of William Walton that La Mortella should help young talented musicians to spread their wings.

For concert details and information about the Gardens visit the official website.

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Christmas in Sorrento

On the first day of December, the magnificent Christmas tree in Sorrento’s main square, Piazza Tasso, is switched on to herald the start of festivities that last until 7 January. Every building and tree on the square is decorated with lights to create a magical setting and holiday spirit that flows through the surrounding streets and narrow lanes.

Santa’s Village, a Snow Village, traditional nativity scenes, stalls and musicians all waiting to be discovered. Add Christmas-themed events including concerts, shows and the festive mood is complete, well almost.

Finding the perfect Christmas present is all part of the festive spirit and there is no shortage of ideas in Sorrento. From Italian fashion boutiques along Corso Italia to artisan shops in the lanes of the old town, you will find that ‘something special’ for your nearest and dearest.

Should the idea of visiting Sorrento at Christmas get your jingle bells ringing, then we can offer a customised itinerary with time for shopping in Sorrento, Positano and Naples or Capri.
View our Festive Itinerary

We thank ProWalk Tours for sharing video clips from their excellent “Sorrento, Italy Christmas Lights Walking Tour” from 2021. View the full 50 minute walk, and others, on ProWalk’s YouTube Channel.

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