The best time to attend Palio di Siena in 2026 is August 16, 2026.
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Last verified: 2026-07-28.
Bareback horse race · August 16, 2026
Ten neighborhoods race bareback horses three laps around the Piazza del Campo in a 90-second sprint that the whole city lives for.
Race: Aug 16
Where it is visible: Siena, Italy
The shell-shaped square center is free but jammed and you cannot leave for hours; balcony and grandstand seats are pricey and scarce.
Palio di Siena 2026: August 16, 2026.
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