Countdown to the 130ᵗʰ Balestro del Girifalco
Folklore
Events in the lead up to the grand occasion in Massa Marittima
The 130ᵗʰ edition of the Balestro del Girifalco, dedicated to Saint Bernardino of Siena who was born in Massa Marittima, will be held on Sunday, May 25 . In anticipation of the main event, a series of side events for young and old have been planned in the city, already festively decorated in anticipation.
The Program:
- Friday, May 23
9:00 pm, Cassero Senese
Balestruzzo
Crossbow competition for young crossbowers - Saturday, May 24
11:00 am, Palazzo dell’Abbondanza
Official presentation of the Dedication, the Palio and their creators
6:15 pm, On the streets of the Historic Center
Historical Procession
6:45 pm, Piazza Garibaldi
Proclamation Ceremony
Exhibition of the flag-throwers and musicians
Drawing of the Shooting Order
8:00 pm, Quartieri dei Terzieri
Pre-Balestro Communal Dinners organized by the Terzieri di Cittavecchia, Cittannova and Borgo. - Sunday, May 25
5:00 pm, from Piazza XXIV Maggio through the Historical Centre
Historical Procession
5:30 pm, Piazza Garibaldi
130ᵗʰ Balestro del Girifalco
