Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Bologna 2026/2027: Piazza Maggiore Celebrations
New Year's Eve 2026/2027 in Bologna centres on Piazza Maggiore: a free midnight Vecchione bonfire, music on the Crescentone and a walk under the porticoes into the Quadrilatero. The exact artist and DJ lineup had not been released in August 2026, but the date and civic ritual are confirmed.
Illustrative photo Oktoberfest Hangar Bologna 2026: Beer Festival at the DumBO Cultural District
Oktoberfest Hangar turns the DumBO cultural district in Bologna into a Bavarian style beer village with craft beer, street food and live music. Admission is free, and exact 2026 dates are still to be announced.
Illustrative photo Sbadabam Fest 2027 in Bologna, Italy \u2013 Indie Music, Markets & Workshops
Sbadabam Fest 2027 takes place at Casa di Quartiere Scipione dal Ferro in Bologna. This local DIY festival features live music from buskers and bands, markets and workshops with free entry.
Illustrative photo Sequoie Music Park Bologna 2027: Open Air Concert Series
Sequoie Music Park at the Parco delle Caserme Rosse in Bologna returns in summer 2027 with a multi week open air concert series featuring international artists.
Illustrative photo Independent Days / IDF 2027 in Bologna, Italy – Punk & Indie Festival Guide
Independent Days / IDF 2027 in Bologna is an estimated punk and indie rock festival in September at the historic Arena Parco Nord. Exact dates and line-up are still to be announced. It continues the tradition of one of Italy’s most important alternative festivals.
Illustrative photo ROBOT Festival 2026 – Electronic Music & Digital Arts in Bologna
ROBOT Festival 2026 brings electronic music and digital arts to Bologna from 13 September to 10 October. At venues including DumBO, Estragon and Palazzo Re Enzo, visitors can expect international live acts, installations and an innovative programme.
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