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X-WR-CALNAME:Italy Public Holidays 1988
X-WR-CALDESC:Public holidays in Italy for 1988.
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UID:new_years_day-1988-01-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T160005Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19880101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19880102
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/1988
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:epiphany-1988-01-06@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T160005Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19880106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19880107
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/1988
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:easter_sunday-1988-04-03@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T160005Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19880403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19880404
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/1988
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:easter_monday-1988-04-04@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T160005Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19880404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19880405
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/1988
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:liberation_day-1988-04-25@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T160005Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19880425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19880426
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/1988
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:International Workers Day-1988-05-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T160005Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19880501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19880502
SUMMARY:Festa del Lavoro
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Italy.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/italy/1988
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Whit Monday-1988-05-23@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T160005Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19880523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19880524
SUMMARY:Lunedì di Pentecoste
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Italy.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/italy/1988
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:republic_day-1988-06-02@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T160005Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19880602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19880603
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/1988
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:assumption_day-1988-08-15@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T160005Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19880815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19880816
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/1988
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:all_saints_day-1988-11-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T160005Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19881101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19881102
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/1988
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:immaculate_conception-1988-12-08@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T160005Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19881208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19881209
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/1988
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:christmas_day-1988-12-25@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T160005Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19881225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19881226
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/1988
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:st_stephens_day-1988-12-26@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T160005Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19881226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19881227
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/1988
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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