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X-WR-CALNAME:Italy Public Holidays 2008
X-WR-CALDESC:Public holidays in Italy for 2008.
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UID:new_years_day-2008-01-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T122738Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20080101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20080102
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/2008
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:epiphany-2008-01-06@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T122738Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20080106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20080107
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/2008
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:easter_sunday-2008-03-23@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T122738Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20080323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20080324
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/2008
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:easter_monday-2008-03-24@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T122738Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20080324
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20080325
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/2008
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:liberation_day-2008-04-25@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T122738Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20080425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20080426
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/2008
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:International Workers Day-2008-05-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T122738Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20080501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20080502
SUMMARY:Festa del Lavoro
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Italy.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/italy/2008
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Whit Monday-2008-05-12@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T122738Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20080512
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20080513
SUMMARY:Lunedì di Pentecoste
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Italy.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/italy/2008
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:republic_day-2008-06-02@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T122738Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20080602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20080603
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/2008
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UID:assumption_day-2008-08-15@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T122738Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20080815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20080816
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/2008
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:all_saints_day-2008-11-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T122738Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20081101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20081102
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/2008
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:immaculate_conception-2008-12-08@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T122738Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20081208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20081209
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/2008
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:christmas_day-2008-12-25@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T122738Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20081225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20081226
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/2008
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:st_stephens_day-2008-12-26@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T122738Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20081226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20081227
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/2008
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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