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9 May – 20 Sep: Festival Piacere of Modena

Inspired by chef Massimo Bottura (of Osteria Francescana) arrives the exhibition & festival "Pleasure Modena, the gardens of flavour and the arts". With a total of 130 events, one taking place nearly every day and almost all free, the festival will take place from...

Now: Horse Racing at Ippodromo Ghirlandina

Horse racing has resumed at Ippodromo Ghirlandina (Via Argiolas, Modena). Races usually take place on Saturday or Sunday afternoons combined with children entertainment. For more details see the calender here: www.ippodromoghirlandina.it

May: Children’s Wednesdays in Centro Storico

Every Wednesday in May, starting at 17:00, four squares in the old town will host activities dedicated to children May 6 TREASURE HUNT in Piazza Mazzini - Come with us to discover the hidden treasure. For all the young participants a free tasty pizza will be offered...

New recycling system in Centro

From 12 May residents of Modena city centre will have access to a new recycling system.  Each family will be provided with a kit of blue bags for paper/cardboard (to be collected on Tuesdays) and yellow bags for plastic (to be collected on Thursdays). The bags should...

From 18 June – Summer School at Manine d’Oro

Manine d'Oro (Via G. Marconi, 49, Modena) are hosting a centro estivo (summer school) from 18 June - 31 July, resuming on 24 August until the new school term. The centro estivo will be open from 08:00 - 16:00 and is for children aged 6-12 years. For more information...

22 April – Dental Baby Day

A free event taking place on 22 April at Manine d'Oro ( Via G. Marconi, 49, Modena) to help you and your family understand the importance of dental health children. -From 17:30 to 18:30 a fun workshop for children to help them understand the importance of brushing...

Parmesan Open Weekend

A great opportunity for parmeggiano lovers who want to learn more about its production. On 25-26 April parmeggiano producers will open their dairy doors to the public. Check out the link for further informtion: www.parmigianoreggiano.it.