About Palio di Legnano
Palio di Legnano 2026 – 850 years since the Battle against Barbarossa
On 31 May 2026, Legnano (Milan, Lombardy) will celebrate the 850th anniversary of the Battle of Legnano in 1176, when the Lombard League defeated Emperor Frederick Barbarossa. The Palio di Legnano is the highlight of this exceptional anniversary.
In the afternoon, a magnificent historical procession featuring 1,200 participants in medieval costume will parade through the streets of the town. The ceremony featuring the Carroccio, symbol of the Lombard League, recreates the scenes described in the chronicles of the time. At 5.00 pm, at the G. Mari Stadium, the horses of the eight districts will compete in the Palio race. The procession is free for everyone; admission to the stadium is subject to a fee.
The Palio di Legnano is an event of regional interest that attracts tens of thousands of spectators every year.
Free procession; admission to the stadium is subject to a fee.
Venue:
G. Mari Stadium, Via G. Candiani, 20025 Legnano (MI).
Info:
paliodilegnano.it
