What to do in Florence in February? If you are looking for ideas and suggestions on how to spend your time in this magnificent city, you have come to the right place.
February is a month that offers several opportunities to explore and experience Florence in a unique way.
In celebration of Valentine’s Day, you can find romantic events and activities for couples, perfect for sharing special moments with your sweetheart.
In addition, seasonal sales continue, offering a great opportunity to shop and discover local boutiques where you can find clothing and accessories at bargain prices.
Among the events, we cannot forget the free admission to the museums on the first Sunday of the month, February 1, 2026, which will offer numerous opportunities to immerse yourself in the fascinating history and enchanting wealth of the city.
Here are some of the most important events and unmissable experiences you can enjoy in Florence this month.
Exhibitions and events not to be missed in Florence in February 2026
Here is a selection of the best events in Florence in February:
Free admission to state-run museums. First Sunday of the month, 1 February 2026.
Concert – Orchestra della Toscana – Teatro Verdi – 5 February 2026.
Concert – Tutto Mozart, Zubin Mehta conducts the Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino – Teatro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino – 6 February 2026.
Concert – I Tre Tenori – Auditorium di Santo Stefano al Ponte Vecchio – 6 February 2026.
TASTE – In viaggio con le diversità del gusto e di Fuoriditaste, Fortezza da Basso, 7-9 febbraio 2026
Show – Human Nature Live Show – Tuscany Hall – 10 February 2026.
Concert – Renato Zero – Nelson Mandela Forum – 11–15 February 2026.
Concert – Orchestra della Toscana, Carnival Concert – Teatro Verdi – 17 February 2026.
Event – Danzainfiera – Fortezza da Basso – from 20 to 22 February 2026.
Show – L’Empireo (The Welkin) – Teatro della Pergola – 20 and 21 February 2026.
Exhibition – Carlo Adolfo Schlatter. Artista dello spirito – Palazzo Medici Riccardi – until 22 February 2026.
Exhibition – Toulouse-Lautrec. Un viaggio nella Parigi della Belle Époque – Museo degli Innocenti – until 22 February 2026.
Show – Giochiamo al varietà – Piazza del Cestello – 28 February 2026.
Exhibition – Bambine nell’Archivio degli Innocenti: 1900–1921 – Museo degli Innocenti – until 15 March 2026.
Exhibition – CENTOVENTI. Villa Romana 1905–2025 – Museo Novecento – until 8 March 2026.
Show – Il gabbiano (The Seagull) – Teatro della Pergola – from 24 February to 1 March 2026.
Exhibition – C’era una volta. Sculture dalle collezioni medicee – Gallerie degli Uffizi – until 12 April 2026.
Please note that with the Firenze Card you enjoy priority and free access to all participating Florence museums, avoiding long queues and ensuring a smoother, stress-free experience with no time restrictions.
Two major gastronomic events for Valentine’s Day are also worth highlighting:
Valentine’s Day Dinner on 14 February 2026 at Ristorante Serrae Villa Fiesole, Michelin Star 2026.
Valentine’s Day Dinner on 14 February 2026 at the restaurant of FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo.
Where to stay in Florence for February events
FH55 Hotel Calzaiuoli is the ideal starting point for guests who want to stay in Florence to visit the museums in the historic center and do some shopping in their free time.
Strategically located halfway between the Uffizi Gallery and Florence Cathedral, the hotel offers easy access to the city’s main attractions and cultural highlights.
FH55 Hotel Calzaiuoli is located:
– 2 minutes from the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (Piazza del Duomo).
– 2 minutes from Piazza della Repubblica.
– 3 minutes from the Gucci Museum and Uffizi Gallery.
– 5 minutes from Ponte Vecchio.