Floralia
The Floralia was a festival in ancient Roman religious practice in honor of the goddess Flora, held on 27 April during the Republican era, or 28 April in the Julian calendar. The festival included Ludi Florae, the "Games of Flora", which lasted for six days under the empire.
| Floralia | |
|---|---|
Triumph of Flora by Tiepolo (ca. 1743), a scene based on Ovid's description of the Floralia | |
| Observed by | Roman Republic, Roman Empire |
| Type | Classical Roman religion |
| Celebrations | nude dancing, gladiator contests, theatrical performances, circus events |
| Observances | sacrifice to Flora; ceremonial release of hares and goats; scattering of legumes; colorful garments worn |
| Date | 28 April – 3 May |
| Related to | the goddess Flora |
The festival had a licentious, pleasure-seeking atmosphere. In contrast to many festivals which had a patrician character, the games of Flora were plebeian in nature.
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