The Contrada Dinner – Cena della Prova Generale: Known to the Sienese as the “Cena della Prova Generale”, this extraordinary event takes place on the eve of the Palio (July 1st or August 15th). On this night, each of the ten Contrade competing in the race hosts an exclusive, invitation-only dinner in the heart of its district. The setting is truly unique: long tables stretch through charming streets and piazzas, creating an unforgettable atmosphere under the Siena sky.

Depending on the Contrada, these dinners can welcome hundreds – or even over a thousand – guests, all gathered to celebrate, share tradition, and support the life of the Contrada itself. While the evening is festive and filled with joy, it also serves as an important fundraising event for the Contrada. Guests enjoy a traditional four-course dinner paired with local wines, immersed in an atmosphere rich with history, passion, and anticipation for the Palio. The dinner begins at approximately 8:45 PM.

Attendance is strictly by invitation, and tickets cannot be purchased directly in Siena. Thanks to our trusted personal connections with several Contrade, we are able to secure these rare and highly sought-after invitations for our clients. You will be informed before your arrival – or upon reaching Siena – of the Contrada where you will be hosted. Our guides or representatives will also be present at the chosen dinners to ensure you enjoy an authentic and seamless experience.

Important Note: Tickets for the Contrada Dinner may only be purchased in combination with Palio tickets (or other activities).
If purchased separately, a minimum of 5 dinner tickets is required.

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3. Ticket Delivery, Type and Usage: Upon completing the purchase, the purchaser will receive e-tickets by email. These may serve either as valid entry passes for the reserved position or as vouchers to be exchanged for physical tickets in Siena. In all cases, our staff will contact the purchaser (to the email address provided during the booking process) in the weeks leading up to the Palio to provide detailed instructions regarding access, or to indicate the meeting point (location, date, and time) where the physical tickets will be delivered. The purchaser expressly acknowledges and accepts that physical tickets will not be shipped by mail and that no alternative delivery methods will be accepted other than those established by the Company.

4. Customer cancellation and refunds: If the purchaser is unable to attend the event and provides cancellation notice, a refund may be granted only if a new buyer for the ticket package is found either by the purchaser or by the Company. In such a case, the refund will be issued net of any transaction costs incurred (including, but not limited to, credit card fees, reservation transfer fees, and/or commissions). Cancellations made within 30 days of the event date are non-refundable.

5. Rescheduled or Canceled Palio: In the event of rain, track conditions deemed unsafe, or in the event that the organization decides to postpone the event, the Palio will be rescheduled to the following day. If the race is rescheduled to a later date in the year, tickets will remain valid but will not be refundable if the purchaser is unable to attend the rescheduled race. We strongly recommend booking accommodation for at least one or two nights after the scheduled Palio date to ensure attendance in case of postponement. PLEASE NOTE that trial races, Contrada Dinners, and City Tours canceled due to adverse weather conditions will not be rescheduled and are non-refundable.

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