Estrazione: fate smiles upon Bruco, Drago, Valdimontone, and Oca

A full square, buzzing anticipation, and growing hope. The first act of the Palio di Provenzano 2026 took place yesterday, Sunday, May 31, with the drawing of lots for the contrade, during which four flags emerged from the windows and officially formed the ten contrade that will participate in the July Carriera.

Lottery selected Bruco, Drago, Valdimontone, and Oca, who join Onda, Civetta, Giraffa, Leocorno, Aquila, and Torre.

Afterwards, in accordance with Article 30 of the regulations, the ten contrade captains communicated their proposal to the municipal council, represented by Mayor Fabio, to appoint Renato Bircolotti as Mossiere for the July Palio. According to Article 31 of the same regulations, the appointment is a matter for the municipal council itself.

Now it is time to decide on the strategies and actions that the ten captains will execute. Four weeks to go!