Calici di Stelle 2025 Tuscany – Wine & Stargazing in Italy this August
Our guests love the Italian wine regions and in summer they can be enjoyed differently – under the stars! From July 25 to August 24, 2025, towns, vineyards, and hilltop piazzas across Italy come alive for Calici di Stelle, a countrywide celebration of summer evenings, regional wines, and starlit skies.
Organized by the Movimento Turismo del Vino and the Associazione Città del Vino, this annual event blends open-air tastings, live music, and local cuisine with guided astronomical observation – inviting visitors to slow down and savor Italian wine country at its most enchanting.
Key Locations for 2025
🌟 Montepulciano (Tuscany)
Main event night: August 10, 2025 (St. Lawrence’s Night)
Montepulciano offers one of the most iconic settings: a candlelit evening in the historic center, where the town’s celebrated Vino Nobile is poured alongside live music, street performances, and gourmet food stalls. The stone streets, panoramic terraces, and golden twilight make for a truly cinematic experience.
🌿 Other Tuscan Towns
Tuscany hosts dozens of smaller events in late July and early August, from Greve in Chianti to Arezzo, Roselle, and Castiglion Fiorentino. Many take place in vineyard courtyards, historic gardens, or rustic farmhouses, with intimate tastings, curated food pairings, and acoustic music.
🍇 Abruzzo
Wineries across Abruzzo open their doors throughout the month, offering relaxed evening tastings, guided walks, and open-air concerts. This region is a hidden gem for those looking to discover lesser-known appellations in a laid-back setting.
🏞 Veneto & Lombardy
Bassano del Grappa (July 31) and Sondrio (August 10) host open-air tasting routes through historic town centers. Expect live jazz, small bites, and telescopes set up for visitors to explore the night sky between pours.
🍕 2025 Theme: “Pizza & Wine”
This year’s edition features a national partnership with the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, celebrating Italy’s most beloved food. Expect events dedicated to the art of pizza-making and the joy of pairing different styles with regional wines – from crisp whites to bold reds.
Whether it’s a Margherita and a glass of Chianti, or something more unexpected, the theme encourages playful, unfussy enjoyment of Italy’s culinary traditions.
✨ Why It’s Worth Experiencing
Calici di Stelle is not just about wine – it’s about atmosphere. It’s about the warm stillness of an August night, the distant sound of music, the scent of vineyards in the air, and the shared ritual of raising a glass beneath the stars.
Whether you’re deep in the Tuscan countryside, wandering through a northern hill town, or discovering a new favorite in southern Italy, this is a celebration of summer at its most evocative.