The Sienese March of Independence. Relay race between Siena’s districts to Montalcino, the last bastion of Sienese Republic which fell in 1559.

The Festival of the Patron, S.S. Maria del Soccorso, including the offering of a Votive candle by the quarters (Ruga, Borghetto, Travaglio, Pianello). There is a village fair which features a concert by  Filarmonica G.Puccini, bingo and fireworks from the Fortress.

The Travaglio Quarter along with the City of Montalcino recognizes exceptional poetry written by students from elementary, middle and high schools in the provinces of Siena and Grosseto. The awards cerimony takes place in the Astrusi Theatre of Montalcino.

Some of the greatest Italian and International jazz performers take the stage in the XIV century Fortress  of town providing a unique atmosphere where spectators can also enjoy the prestigious wines of Montalcino and the local food.

The Pro Loco Association organized a variety of events which that take place in the historical centre of town.

The variety of events during the Honey Week, organized by A.S.G.A., mostly take place inside the XIV century Fortress of Montalcino. There is a national exhibition and market featuring products from the beehive such as cosmetics, apiarian equipment, books and melliferous plants. There is also a scientific congress which takes place at the Astrusi Theatre.

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Studies, photographs and publications about Montalcino and its territory and recognized with the Casato Prime Donne, an award to woman and the local area. The ceremony take place inside the Astrusi Theatre in Montalcino.

The Festival of the Rooster recalls feasts held in honour of Montalcino's Signori celebrated in the camigliano Castle since the XIV century. Hundreds of chickens are grilled over hot coals on a spit doused with litres of local wine.
The “Game of the Wheel” (La Druzzola) is a traditional game played in medieval costumes. It involves throwing the druzzola, a circular piece of olive wood on a sting.

Liturgical celebrations and entertainment leading up to Christmas and New Year’s Day with school children chorus, concerts by the Filarmonica “G.Puccini” of Montalcino, events in the piazza, holiday fire pyre and dancing in the main square on New Year's Eve.