16/04/2025
Easter falls a little later this year but that hasn’t stopped Florence pulling together a great list of celebrations both in the city and surroundings. Here’s our round up of ways to mark Easter 2025
The Scoppio del Carro brings crowds to piazza del Duomo on Easter Sunday for the traditional flight of the dove and fireworks display. It starts at 11am but get there early!
The following churches hold Easter services in English:
(Episcopal)
(Anglican)
(Roman Catholic)
Orchestra della Toscana () performs an Easter concert in Teatro Verdi on April 17.
offers free entry for April 25, and will remain open with regular rates on Easter Sunday and Monday (except the Vasari Corridor).
an Easter kids crafts session led by Kirstie Mathieson from 10.30am-12.30pm on April 17, suitable for kids aged 3 years and over.
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Buffet brunch with freshly prepared fare, a live dj set and a babysitter on site.
Free face painting!
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Delicacies like roast lamb with potatoes and rosemary by chef Fulvio Pierangelini in the luxurious venue.
Il Verrocchio at
Mass, an Easter egg hunt, live music, taste and tradition
Osteria
Poached egg, asparagus, Casentino lamb stew and more traditional Easter fare.
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The best seasonal ingredients and Easter culinary traditions.
Da Giacomo at
Ricotta and spinach ravioli, traditional capretto and roast potatoes, and, of course, the unmissable Colomba to finish off in style.
A whole week of Easter fun is held at the farm from April 17-21. From creative workshops and traditional dishes to an Easter egg hunt, entertainment and face painting.
Easter specials including grilled marinated ribs, half grilled chicken, fennel sausage, a mixed grill for two and traditional colomba with zabaglione.
