November is a wonderful month to explore Italy through food, wine, cinema, books and local traditions. Here are the best confirmed events for November 2026.
Trieste Science+Fiction Festival — Trieste
November 3–8
More than 60 premieres, screenings and cultural events dedicated to science fiction, fantasy and horror. Venues include Politeama Rossetti, Cinema Ariston and the Sci-Fi Dome. Official festival website www.sciencefictionfestival.org
EICMA — Milan
November 5–8
The world of motorcycles comes to Fiera Milano Rho with new models, technology, exhibitions and live demonstrations. The public days begin November 5. Official EICMA website www.eicma.it
Festival di Morgana — Palermo
November 5–22
International puppetry meets Sicily’s historic Opera dei Pupi. Performances, exhibitions and family activities are centred around the Antonio Pasqualino Puppet Museum. Official festival website turismo.comune.palermo.it
Merano WineFestival — Merano
November 6–10
Producers, wine lovers and chefs gather for tastings and presentations celebrating Italian and international wine and gastronomy. Advance tickets are recommended. Official event website www.italia.it
Festa del Torrone — Cremona
November 7–22
Cremona celebrates its famous nougat with tastings, workshops, historical performances and events across the city centre. Admission to the main festival is free. Official festival website www.italia.it
Alba White Truffle Fair — Alba
Throughout November
Alba’s celebrated truffle fair continues until December 6 with markets, tastings and gastronomic events. The World Alba White Truffle Auction takes place on November 8. Official fair website www.fieradeltartufo.org
Sherbeth Festival — Palermo
November 13–16
International gelato makers transform Piazza Verdi and Via Maqueda into an open-air gelato village. Entry is free; tasting portions are purchased with digital tokens. Official festival website sherbeth.it
Eurochocolate — Perugia
November 13–22
Perugia’s historic centre hosts ten days of chocolate displays, tastings and activities under the theme Fate Dolci. General admission is free. Official Eurochocolate website www.eurochocolate.com
Milano Music Week — Milan
November 16–22
Concerts, DJ sets, workshops and meetings animate the city, with Fabbrica del Vapore serving as the principal venue. Many events are free with reservations. Official Comune di Milano announcement www.comune.milano.it
SorsiCorti Film Festival — Palermo
November 17–22
Short films and Sicilian wine come together at Cinema Rouge et Noir and Cre.Zi. Plus. The program includes international screenings, meetings and an awards ceremony. Official program turismo.comune.palermo.it
Malnisio Science Festival — Friuli-Venezia Giulia
November 20–22
Talks, workshops and performances bring science into the former A. Pitter hydroelectric station near Pordenone. General admission is free. Official program malnisiosciencefestival.eu
BookCity Milano — Milan
November 23–29
Authors, readers and publishers meet across Milan for presentations, readings and literary conversations in libraries, museums and theatres. Official BookCity website www.bookcitymilano.it
Torino Film Festival — Turin
November 24–December 2
The 44th edition opens at Teatro Regio and presents new international cinema alongside a retrospective dedicated to Marilyn Monroe. Official festival announcement www.torinofilmfest.org
Milan Games Week & Cartoomics — Milan
November 27–29
Videogames, comics, manga, cosplay, cinema and eSports fill Fiera Milano Rho for one of Italy’s largest pop-culture gatherings. A named ticket is required. Official visitor information www.yesmilano.it
November combines some of Italy’s finest seasonal flavours with an exceptional cultural calendar. Check the official programs before travelling, particularly for events requiring tickets or reservations.
