Experience the magic of Holy Week in the historic districts of Castello, Stampace, Marina, and Villanova.
Thursday: Procession of the 7 Sepulchres with the mourning St. Ephisius.
Friday: Procession of the Dead Christ and Our Lady of Sorrows.
Saturday: Su Scravamentu (the solemn Deposition from the Cross).
Sunday: S'Incontru (10:00 AM), the joyful meeting of the Risen Christ and Mary.
From May 1st to 4th, experience one of the largest and oldest religious processions in the Mediterranean.
May 1st: The Grand Parade with traditional carts (traccas), knights, and thousands in folk costumes.
The Ritual: Streets are covered in Sa Ramadura, a fragrant carpet of rose petals.
The Journey: A 65km pilgrimage from the heart of Cagliari to the ancient city of Nora.
May 4th: The solemn return of the Saint to his church by torchlight.
From May 20 to 24, Cagliari's waters host the world's elite sailing teams.
When: May 20-24, 2026 (best action: late morning to afternoon).
Where: Luna Rossa Base (Molo Ichnusa) and the Gulf.
Best Views: Poetto Beach and Calamosca to see the boats "fly".
Experience: High-tech sailing in the heart of the Mediterranean.