Amalfi Celebrations: When and where are they?

The main festival happening in Positano every August the 15th is the Festa Dell’ Assunta. Festa Dell Assunta is the festival where the replica of the Byzantine icon Madonna and a child from Santa Maria Assunta is caried from the Church to the Sea. After the even visitors can enjoy beautiful fireworks and concerts at the beach in Positano.

On the June 27th and the November 30th Amalfi celebrates the Festa Di Sant’ Andrea the main Saint of Amalfi and the protector of the seamen. The celebration in June is dedicated to the victory over the pirates in 1544 and the November celebration is commemorating the passing of St. Andrew. During the commemoration men dressed in white are caring a statute of St. Andrew through the town to the beach and climbing 62 steps the men are carrying the statue to the Church.

During the Positano Premia La Danza Leonide Massine festival you will enjoy lots of dancing. So, if you like dancing this is the place to be on the 31st of August. Besides dancing you will enjoy different exhibitions, concerts, panels and awards ceremonies of different prizes.

Not all festivals and celebrations are in Positano. During the 50s Ravello became the City of music. The Ravello festival happens from June to October. Music lovers will have the opportunity to listen to great artists performing several different types of music, such as classical music with playlists that comprise of famous composers such as Bach, Chopin, Wagner and others, dance performances, jazz concerts and other musical treats.

These are only a few of the festival at the stunning Amalfi coast. If you wish to make your holiday even more enjoyable, we suggest renting one of the villas close to the festivals and the once that provide with the breathtaking view on the Amalfi beaches and Amalfi villas .

Palazzo Santa Croce With its strikingly rich red stucco facade and grand terraces, this 17th century Baroque palace draws the eye of anyone visiting Positano below. The luxury Italian villa is ideally located near the town center to enjoy the shops, restaurants and services that the “pearl of the Amalfi coast” offers, while its commanding position provides incomparable Mediterranean views and a quiet retreat from the tourist crowds. Indulge yourself in the five luxurious rooms, a relaxation space, ornate halls, and a deluxe kitchen at Palazzo Santa Croce. This prestigious retreat on the Amalfi Coast is available only in its entirety for exclusive use.

Palazzo Santa croce villa belong to one of the luxury villas Amalfi coast with its strikingly rich red stucco facade and grand terraces, this 17th century Baroque palace draws the eye of anyone visiting Positano below. The luxury Italian villa is ideally located near the town center to enjoy the shops, restaurants and services that the “pearl of the Amalfi coast” offers, while its commanding position provides incomparable Mediterranean views and a quiet retreat from the tourist crowds.

It is located near the center (reachable by foot in about 10 minutes) while at the same time, far from the tourist frenzy. The beautiful baroque palace is laid out in the classic 17th century scheme over four floors. A central staircase descends from the “noble” entry floor level, to the Relax area (level -1) or up to the suites and rooms of the upper floors (levels 1 and 2). The front facade overlooks panoramic terraces and balconies. Two side wings complete the terrace on the main floor giving the building a C-shape projected towards the sea that ensures maximum privacy. The Palace has no driveway but can be reached with 190 steps uphill. By purchasing the “Il San Pietro” package, you can arrive or depart from the hotel’s private dock.