Times for trials (le prove) and the Palio:

• 29 June: Prima Prova (first trial) at 19.45

• 30 June: Seconda Prova (second trial) at 9.00

• 30 June: Terza Prova (third trial) at 19.45

• 1 July: Quarta Prova (fourth trial) at 9.00

• 1 July: Prova Generale (Dress Rehearsal) at 19.45. The fifth trial is preceded by a procession of the Carabinieri (military police) in their historic uniforms on horseback. The Commander will then raise his/her sword, and all of the Carabinieri will charge around the Piazza (also with their swords raised) – quite spectacular indeed!

• 2 July: Provaccia (“ugly” trial) at 9.00. Remember, the horses cannot be changed, so this trial is usually quite tame as no one wants to risk injury. It’s a great opportunity to be in the Piazza as it’s also the least crowded of all the trials. 

• 2 July: PALIO di PROVENZANO. The Historical Procession will enter the Piazza del Campo at 17.00, and the race will be run at 19.30.