Cavalcata Sarda 2024

The Cavalcata Sarda, one of the most fascinating events in Sardinia, is preparing to parade through the streets of Sassari on 12 May 2024. This festival, which celebrates the beauty, culture and tradition of the island, is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the Sardinian soul.

Here's what you need to know about the Cavalcata Sarda 2024

Origins and Meaning

The first edition of the Cavalcata Sarda dates back to 1899, when it was organized on the occasion of the visit of King Umberto I and Queen Margherita of Savoy to Sassari.
This festival is the "festival of beauty", secular and different from the other two great Sardinian popular festivals: Sant'Efisio in Cagliari and the Redentore in Nuoro. The tradition may date back to the Spanish era, but since then every penultimate Sunday of May, hundreds of knights and over 2,000 people in traditional dress represent the customs of all of Sardinia.

Parade and Celebrations

On the morning of May 12th, the streets and squares of Sassari come alive with the parade of traditional clothes and horses. In the evening, the party continues with a review of traditional Sardinian songs and dances.
During the Cavalcata, over 66 folk groups, 39 associations and over two hundred musicians and dancers participate in the event.

Collateral Events

• The Saturday before the Cavalcata, “Sassari in celebration for the Cavalcata Sarda” offers a great concert with Sardinian artists.
  
  
• On Sunday, during the parade, the event "Sounds, dances and voices of Sardinia" is held, with performances by some of the participating groups.
          
  
• In the afternoon, the teams return to the racecourse!
  

Traditional Market

The streets of Sassari are transformed into a colorful market with stands and stalls. Corso Cossiga, via Enrico Costa, via Asproni, viale Mancini, corso Berlinguer, via Manno, via Mazzini and piazza d'Armi host as many as 230 exhibitors from all over Sardinia.
Rough program (waiting for official announcement):

• Sunday, May 12, 2024.
      
• 9.00 am: Parade of traditional Sardinian costumes, starting from Corso Cossiga.
      
• Evening: Review of traditional songs and dances.
  

The Cavalcata Sarda is an unforgettable experience, a dive into the past and a celebration of Sardinian culture. Don't miss the opportunity to participate in this unique party!