Madonna attends Palio horse race in Siena to celebrate her 67th birthday

Singer-songwriter Madonna marked her birthday by heading to Siena in Italy to realise a long-held dream to watch the Palio horse race.

The star was accompanied by her boyfriend, 28-year-old-former soccer player Akeem Morris, as well as her daughters Mercy, 19, and Lourdes, 28.

She posted a reel on Instagarm and wrote, "My Dream  for many years has been to watch the Palio horse race in Sienna that takes place on my birthday, August 16, since 1482!!"

She continued, "There are no words to describe the excitement, the suspense, and the Pageantry!! A truly sacred ritual to witness thousands of people hushed to a silence before the race begins!  The race itself is impossible to describe. Grazie Mille!"

The star concluded by wishing herself a happy birthday and adding, "Dreams do come true."

The reel featured the celebrity family dancing with locals, watching the exciting horse race, and taking in a huge fireworks display. Other clips showed the family antique shopping, Mercy playing the piano, and the group driving through a lush Italian countryside.

Madonna was also treated to a huge pink Labubu cake featuring the words, "Happy birthday Madudu."