Every year the historical traditions come back to Como. The most important of all are that of Sant'Abbondio’s Fair and the “Palio of Baradello”. The fair is in honor of the patron of the city, while the “Palio” is named after the famous Castel Baradello. The fair takes place from August 26th to September 1st, and the “Palio” begins on August 29th and ends on September 6th.