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The schedule for the Prove di Notte (Night Trials) was announced this evening. On both Saturday, 27 June, and Sunday, 28 June, seven trial races will be held, with 7 to 8 horses taking part in each. The trials begin…
On Thursday evening, 26 June, the Drappellone (the traditional victory banner) for the Palio of 2 July 2026 was officially unveiled in the Cortile del Podestà. The artwork was created by Ismaele Nones, dedicated to the Madonna di Provenzano and…
The list of horses that must ride the Prove di Notte and those allowed to go directly to the Tratta has just been announced. You can quickly consult this via the PalioApp. Use the filters to see who is allowed,…
Finally! Palio! As you know, there are many appointments during the days of the Palio. To keep things clear, we will summarize briefly. These can also be found in the new PalioApp under the program and will disappear as the…
Siena has two regional TV channels. In addition to Canale 3, there is also SienaTV. From 27 June to 3 July, SienaTV will start a modified programming around the Palio. As in previous years, they will focus on many live broadcasts, supporting…
The days leading up to the moment when it all begins—the day of the Tratta—are filled with tension and speculation. Everything revolves around the horses: their names, their performances, the jockeys who prefer them, and the captains who do not…
Today we’re releasing the new version of the PalioApp. It’s available in six languages (Italian, Dutch, English, French, German, and Spanish), is faster and more intuitive, and has been completely revamped with a new layout. The app will provide real-time…
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…
In 30 days, the Palio di Siena of 2 July 2026 will officially begin. However, so far only six of the ten contrade are known that will take part in the Palio. The next thirty days will therefore be decisive…