What to do in Mid-August in Alghero this summer 2024? If you are in the area and looking for inspiration to celebrate this occasion in a special way, you are in the right place!
Between concerts, shows and the traditional fireworks display, Alghero’s entertainment for what is said to be the hottest day of the summer never disappoints.
From more traditional activities to new shows, we leave you here with the programme for an unforgettable Mid-August in Sardinia.
Mid-August traditions in Alghero
Alghero, like most Italian cities, is very attached to traditional religious customs.
Among the most customary ways to spend Mid-August is the ritual Mass of the day. In addition to locals, tourists often also attend the celebration, for a full immersion in the cultural tradition and to admire the ancient architecture of the churches.
After the sacred rite, people usually prepare for a sumptuous lunch with family and friends, or go to the beach to enjoy the sea on this festive day.
If you find yourself on holiday in Alghero during the Mid-August period, you can count yourself lucky. In fact, the city and its immediate surroundings offer plenty of places and ideas to organise the perfect day.
Mid-August 2024 on the beach in Alghero
Among the things to do at Mid-August, the most classic is certainly to spend the day at the beach, and Alghero offers all the most beautiful ones on the Coral Riviera.
All different and all unique.
To make your day at the beach truly unforgettable, for Mid-August you can enjoy a boat trip to discover the wonders of the Gulf of Alghero.
Nearby, you can book tours or hire boats for fun adventures suitable for the whole family.
You can even indulge in adrenalin-fuelled water sports.
Alghero is often a favourite destination for surfers, both beginners and professionals. Some of its beaches are quite windy, offering the perfect conditions for exciting windsurfing!
Don’t forget that the Riviera’s seabed also offers unmissable spectacles for snorkelling enthusiasts!
Mid-August concerts and shows in Alghero 2024
In Alghero, there are plenty of activities to do in mid-August.
What’s more, throughout the summer, you can find a show or some event planned that you can attend almost every day.
With music, shows and cabaret, there is always a way to have fun with friends or family.
Here is a list of the shows in Alghero that you can attend during the week of Mid-August:
- 10 August – Marlene Kuntz
- 11 August – NEVER SAY GOKU
- 13 August – CHOLO DA ILHA KARI-OKA SEXTETO
- 14 August – Queen in Rock – A Magic Tribute
- 16 August – Teenage Dream
- 17 August – Francesco de Gregori
- 18 August – Roberta Bruzzone (“Nightmarish Tales”)
- 21 August – I want to go back to the 90s
The shows continue throughout the month and beyond.
The complete calendar is constantly being updated and can be found on Alghero Experience.
Food and wine itineraries for Mid-August
Alghero offers a traditional gastronomy waiting to be discovered. The perfect mix of land and sea cuisine, made up of local products, preparations with a centuries-old history and incredible flavours.
For Mid-August, you can treat yourself to lunch at one of the many local restaurants, which often offer special menus to celebrate this festive occasion.
In addition, there are food and wine tours that combine excursions and food to the discovery of the area.
Stay at Domus 81 and take advantage of the 10% discount to organise your wine and food tour in Alghero with DRAN Experience!
Alghero’s Mid-August Fireworks Display
The most stunning way to end the Mid-August celebrations is with the customary fireworks display, which can usually be admired from the beach in the evening.
A riot of colours and a festive atmosphere tint the night sky of the beautiful Alghero.
To enjoy an experience like this, we recommend you organise your stay at Domus 81 Luxury Villa, where you can also stay with large groups of friends or family.
Domus81 Luxury Villa just 10 minutes from Alghero…
In addition to being modern and equipped with a swimming pool, private parking and a barbecue area, our beautiful villa located in a quiet area of Sassari has one advantage that trumps all:
It is only 10 minutes away from Alghero!
You can enjoy all the privacy and tranquillity you need in a luxurious villa surrounded by greenery, while benefiting from the immediate vicinity of sports facilities, organised areas for many fun activities, the historic centres of Sassari and Alghero and, above all, the wonderful beaches of the Coral Riviera.