The Palio dei Castelli was born on September 16, 1972, on behalf of a "handful" of Castiglione lovers, with the precise intent of making known, divulging, and appreciating the history of Castiglione Olona, a unique, centuries-old history; a history capable of serving as the plot of the event.

During the re-enactment, the historical procession composed of more than 250 figures in period costumes and expert flag-wavers, parade through the streets of the Borgo. Skilled bottari, divided among the eight Rioni, roll barrels in an exciting race through the medieval streets to Monteruzzo Castle to win the coveted banner.

In each edition, the Palio, painted by a different artist, represents the historical theme of the year and the eight contending districts. With the barrel race, the Pro Loco Castiglione Olona is associated with the Italian Federation of Historical Games.

Program

FRIDAY, JULY 4
FROM 7 P.M.
- FULL-BORE PALIO

SATURDAY, JULY 5
FROM 4 P.M.
- SILVER LION TOURNAMENT
- SOLEMN BLESSING OF THE NEW "PALLIUM"
- FULL-BEER PALLIUM

SUNDAY, JULY 6
FROM 11 A.M.
- SILVER LION TOURNAMENT
- HOOPS RACE
- BOTTARI DEMONSTRATION
- FULL-BEER PALIO

FRIDAY, JULY 11
FROM 7 P.M.
- MEDIEVAL ENTERTAINMENT AND SHOWS

SATURDAY, JULY 12
FROM 5 P.M.
- MEDIEVAL ENTERTAINMENT AND SHOWS

SUNDAY, JULY 13
FROM 11 A.M.
- MEDIEVAL ENTERTAINMENT AND PERFORMANCES
- HISTORICAL PARADE
- BARREL RACE
- FIREWORKS DISPLAY

SUNDAY, JULY 13
- FOOD STAND ALSO OPEN FOR LUNCH