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X-WR-CALNAME:Italy Public Holidays 1985
X-WR-CALDESC:Public holidays in Italy for 1985.
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UID:new_years_day-1985-01-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T203404Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19850101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19850102
SUMMARY:Capodanno
DESCRIPTION:New Year’s Day (Capodanno\, 1 January) opens the Italian calendar with fireworks\, lentils\, and festive dinners that symbolize prosperity. Many Italians wear red for good luck and eat cotechino sausage with lentils after midnight. Major cities host concerts and firework shows in their main squares.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/italy/1985
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:epiphany-1985-01-06@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T203404Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19850106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19850107
SUMMARY:Epifania
DESCRIPTION:Epiphany (La Befana\, 6 January) marks the end of the Christmas season. According to legend\, the old woman Befana visits children on her broomstick\, leaving candies for the good and coal for the naughty. Parades and street festivals take place\, especially in Rome and Urbania\, her mythical hometown.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/italy/1985
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:easter_sunday-1985-04-07@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T203404Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19850407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19850408
SUMMARY:Pasqua
DESCRIPTION:Easter Sunday (Pasqua\, date varies) is one of Italy’s most important religious celebrations. Families gather for a rich lunch featuring lamb\, artichokes\, and the dove-shaped cake colomba. Across the country\, processions and ancient rituals honor the Resurrection.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/italy/1985
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:easter_monday-1985-04-08@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T203404Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19850408
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19850409
SUMMARY:Lunedì dell'Angelo
DESCRIPTION:Easter Monday (Pasquetta\, date varies) is a joyful day of picnics and countryside trips with friends. Italians often grill outdoors or visit nearby villages. It’s a symbol of renewal and spring’s arrival after the solemnity of Lent.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/italy/1985
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:liberation_day-1985-04-25@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T203404Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19850425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19850426
SUMMARY:Festa della Liberazione
DESCRIPTION:Liberation Day (Festa della Liberazione\, 25 April) commemorates Italy’s 1945 liberation from Nazi occupation and Fascist rule. Parades\, patriotic songs\, and speeches are held throughout the country\, especially in Milan and Turin - key cities of the Resistance.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/italy/1985
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:International Workers Day-1985-05-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T203404Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19850501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19850502
SUMMARY:Festa del Lavoro
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Italy.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/italy/1985
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Whit Monday-1985-05-27@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T203404Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19850527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19850528
SUMMARY:Lunedì di Pentecoste
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Italy.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/italy/1985
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:republic_day-1985-06-02@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T203404Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19850602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19850603
SUMMARY:Festa della Repubblica
DESCRIPTION:Republic Day (Festa della Repubblica\, 2 June) celebrates the 1946 referendum that ended the monarchy and founded the Italian Republic. Rome hosts a grand military parade along Via dei Fori Imperiali and the President lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/italy/1985
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:assumption_day-1985-08-15@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T203404Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19850815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19850816
SUMMARY:Ferragosto o Assunzione
DESCRIPTION:Assumption Day (Ferragosto\, 15 August) marks the height of summer holidays. Italians escape cities for the sea or mountains\, enjoying barbecues\, fireworks\, and feasts. Rooted in ancient Roman traditions\, Ferragosto celebrates rest\, harvest\, and community.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/italy/1985
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:all_saints_day-1985-11-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T203404Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19851101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19851102
SUMMARY:Tutti i santi
DESCRIPTION:All Saints’ Day (Ognissanti\, 1 November) honors all saints and martyrs of the Church. Families visit cemeteries\, light candles\, and share traditional sweets like 'ossa dei morti'. The following day\, All Souls’ Day\, continues remembrance of loved ones.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/italy/1985
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:immaculate_conception-1985-12-08@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T203404Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19851208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19851209
SUMMARY:Immacolata Concezione
DESCRIPTION:Immaculate Conception (Immacolata Concezione\, 8 December) celebrates the Virgin Mary’s purity and marks the start of the Christmas season in Italy. Cities light their decorations\, and Rome hosts a papal ceremony at Piazza di Spagna.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/italy/1985
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:christmas_day-1985-12-25@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T203404Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19851225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19851226
SUMMARY:Natale
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Day (Natale\, 25 December) is celebrated with warmth\, family gatherings\, and abundant meals. The season’s centerpiece is the presepe - the nativity scene - which adorns churches and homes alike. Midnight Mass and panettone are cherished traditions.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/italy/1985
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:st_stephens_day-1985-12-26@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T203404Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19851226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19851227
SUMMARY:Santo Stefano
DESCRIPTION:St. Stephen’s Day (Santo Stefano\, 26 December) extends the Christmas celebrations. Italians visit relatives\, exchange leftovers\, and enjoy another festive lunch. It’s a quiet\, family-oriented day that closes the main holiday season.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/italy/1985
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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