Discover Volterra's events for the weekend: May 9-10, 2026

What to Do in Volterra This Weekend

If you're in Volterra this weekend of May 9-10, 2026, you'll find a wide range of cultural and artistic events to make your stay unforgettable. From art exhibitions to guided tours, every experience is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the area's rich history and culture.

Exhibitions and Cultural Events

  • Over 7,000 meters of history: the Etruscan Walls of Velathri
    An unmissable event for history buffs, which will lead you to discover one of the most fascinating testimonies of the ancient Etruscan civilization.
  • The Art of the Soul. A Tribute to Giulio Santarsiero
    An exhibition dedicated to the art of Giulio Santarsiero, in which soul and matter merge into a unique expressive language.

For more details on individual events, visit the official sources.

Upcoming Events

  • Art in common – Explore the crafts and works of local artists through a series of exhibitions showcasing Volterra's creative ingenuity.
  • Broken Mirrors – An exhibition that plays with light and refraction to create fascinating and innovative works.
  • Deep Scratches – A visual journey through engravings and scratches that tell stories of surfaces and depths.

These events provide a further opportunity to deepen one's knowledge of contemporary art in a unique and evocative setting.

Volterra also offers other activities, such as excursions and food and wine tours, ideal for those who want to combine culture and culinary delights. Visit the official website for all the information. information on the available food and wine tours.

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If you're looking for a well-maintained apartment in the historic center of Volterra, discover Casa Volterra.

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📅 List of events

Oltre 7.000 metri di storia: le Mura Etrusche di Velathri

Over 7,000 meters of history: the Etruscan Walls of Velathri

📍 09 05 2026 • Volterra

An exceptional guided tour of Volterra's ancient Etruscan walls, revealing the history and stories hidden within its thousand-year-old bricks.

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L’ARTE DELL’ANIMA. Omaggio a Giulio Santarsiero

The Art of the Soul. A Tribute to Giulio Santarsiero

📍 09 05 2026 • Volterra

An exhibition that pays homage to the master Giulio Santarsiero through a selection of his most emblematic works.

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Unmissable events in Volterra on the weekend of May 2-3, 2026.

Discover the events in Volterra during the weekend of May 2-3, 2026.

Volterra, with its historic and cultural charm, offers an interesting array of events for the weekend of May 2 and 3, 2026. From art exhibitions to historical walks, here's what awaits you this weekend.

Saturday, May 2, 2026

  • The Art of the Soul. A Tribute to Giulio Santarsiero
    From Sunday 12 April
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An exhibition dedicated to a remarkable artist in the heart of Volterra, presented as a tribute to the remarkable works of Giulio Santarsiero. Art lovers will find this deeply inspiring.

Sunday, May 3, 2026

Explore the coexistence and conflict between the sacred and the profane in this exhibition that blends history and modern culture.

Exhibitions Always Open

Discover the ancient Etruscan walls of Velathri, a must-see for history buffs.

Note: Some events do not have specific confirmed dates. Please make sure to check on the official website for updates or any changes in date and time.

🏠 Where to sleep in Volterra?

If you're looking for a well-maintained apartment in the historic center of Volterra, discover Casa Volterra.

Book Casa Volterra

📅 List of events

L’ARTE DELL’ANIMA. Omaggio a Giulio Santarsiero

The Art of the Soul. A Tribute to Giulio Santarsiero

📍 02/05/2026 • 10:00 • Civic Museum, Volterra

Exhibition in tribute to the artist Giulio Santarsiero with selected and exclusive works.

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Sacro e profano

Sacred and profane

📍 03/05/2026 • 10:00 • Palazzo dei Priori, Volterra

An expository dialogue between the sacred and profane elements in local culture and beyond.

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Oltre 7.000 metri di storia: le Mura Etrusche di Velathri

Over 7,000 meters of history: the Etruscan Walls of Velathri

📍 03/05/2026 • 09:00 • Walls Trail, Volterra

An exploratory tour of the imposing Etruscan walls surrounding the historic city of Volterra.

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