Things to do

Posted on June 24, 2025 by Debra Kolkka

On Saturday 28th June in Montefegatesi will be Ballo con Ciao in the Montefegatesi Theatre organised by the Ermete Zacconi Society.
There will be pizza, dessert and dancing. (You don’t have to eat pizza)

Call 331 738 4968 for information.

On Thursday 3rd July at 9.00pm in the Casino in Ponte a Serraglio there will be a fashion show with vintage fashion in collaboration with Auser.

In Benabbio there Philharmonic Society of Benabbio will have a series of readings every Thursday in July at 6.00pm in the Public Garden of Benabbio.

The opening of the exhibition of Laura Balloni will be held at the gallery of Borgo degli Artisti.

Autumn walk in Montefegatesi

Posted on November 11, 2024 by Debra Kolkka

Montefegatesi is the highest of the Bagni di Lucca villages. Autumn colour is a bit late this year, but it won’t be far off.

The views from the village are excellent.

We walked up to the top of the top of the village, starting at the tiny church in the lower piazza.

Finally at the top with the Dante sculpture.

See more on Montefegatesi.

Beautiful Montefegatesi

Opera program

Posted on August 12, 2024 by Debra Kolkka

Here are the details for the evening of opera in Montefegatesi Tuesday 13th August.

It looks like a wonderful evening coming up.

Wild West fun

Posted on August 8, 2024 by Debra Kolkka

It was a fun night in Montefegatesi judging from the photos.

It is great to see people enjoying lovely summer nights.

Even the clean up the next morning looked like fun.

Well done Montefegatesi!

Texas Tacos

Posted on August 5, 2024 by Debra Kolkka

Montefegatesi Wild West festival is happening tomorrow, 6th August. Come along for Texas Tacos courtesy of Montefatesi resident Mateo, along with beer and street food…and a DJ to add to the fun.

Call 3389472692 or 3383427848 for more information.

A night of opera in Montefegatesi

Posted on August 4, 2024 by Debra Kolkka

Join Mateo and friends for an unforgettable evening of opera at the historic Teatro Ermete Zacconi in Montefegatesi on Tuesday, 13th August at 9.00pm. (The poster says Wednesday, but it is Tuesday 13th)

Experience the Timeless Music of Lucca’s Finest.

Enjoy the iconic works of Giacomo Puccini, Alfredo Catalani and other renowned musicians from Lucca. This free event is a must-attend for opera lovers of all ages.

Support a great cause.

Donations from the evening will benefit the local Red Cross, so come and indulge in the beauty of opera while giving back to the community.

Call Lucca Lanini…3356770448 for more information.

Befana

Posted on January 1, 2024 by Debra Kolkka

Befana visits all the children in Italy on the eve of the Feast of the Epiphany to fill their socks with gifts. There are 3 celebrations of Befana’s visit happening in Bagni di Lucca, a fun start to 2024.

On 5th January enjoy the Befana festival in Montefegatesi.

On 6th January there will be Befana fun in Ponte a Serraglio. On 7th January Pieve di Controni will hold its Befana festa.

Beautiful Montefegatesi

Posted on October 15, 2023 by Debra Kolkka

Having guests is a great excuse to visit nearby villages. Montefegatesi is always on my list.

With around 25 authentic ancient villages to explore there is always something to do in Bagni di Lucca.

Fun in Montefegatesi

Posted on August 7, 2023 by Debra Kolkka

The recent festival in Montefegatesi was a big success. Matteo Offe, an American friend who has taken to life in his adopted village like a duck to water, has shared some photos with us.