Italy is rich in traditions and festivities – from historic processions in medieval towns to music festivals along the Amalfi Coast and culinary sagre in Tuscany. From Carnival in Venice to summer festivals in Sicily, Italy offers a wide range of events full of history and joie de vivre throughout 2026/2027.
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Illustrative photo La Prima Estate 2027 takes place in Lido di Camaiore, Italy, at Parco BussolaDomani – an indie, rock and electronic festival right by the sea. Exact dates still TBA. More than just concerts: a musical summer holiday experience on the Versilia coast.
Illustrative photo Burning Valley brings a free open air concert to the new municipal square in Laives in 2027, organized by the Centro don Bosco youth center as part of the LaivEstate summer series.
Illustrative photo Poplar Festival takes place every September at Doss Trento in Trento, Italy. The 2026 edition ran from 10 to 13 September; 2027 dates are expected in September. It features indie, electronic and alternative music plus a free cultural programme.
Illustrative photo The Südtirol Festival Merano 2027 is expected to take place from mid-August to late September in Merano, Italy. This prestigious classical music festival features symphony concerts, baroque, chamber music and crossover at historic venues in the spa town.
Illustrative photo I Suoni delle Dolomiti 2027 brings classical, jazz and world music to the peaks and alpine meadows of Trentino. Almost every concert is free and reachable only on foot, alongside the multi day Trekking dei Suoni.
Illustrative photo FloReMus 2027 takes place from 6 to 27 September in Florence. The festival presents Renaissance music in historic churches and libraries with international ensembles, visits and talks. Many events are free or low-cost.
Illustrative photo Pergine Festival 2027 in Pergine Valsugana, Italy, is a multidisciplinary festival of theatre, dance, music and circus. Dates still to be announced (typically late June to mid-July). Over 40 events at various venues across the town, some free of charge.
Illustrative photo The Rifrazioni Festival 2027 brings two evenings of indie and alternative live music and DJ sets to the Casa delle Culture in Trieste, featuring acts from the local and national scene.
Illustrative photo The Pietrasonica Festival 2027 brings stoner rock, psychedelic and doom music to the Tagliamento river at the Parco della Colonia in Osoppo, with free camping and an international line up.
Illustrative photo TriesteLovesJazz 2027 is the international summer jazz festival in Trieste featuring free concerts at historic venues from July to September. Dates and programme TBA – a highlight of the Trieste Estate season with international flair on the Adriatic Sea.
Illustrative photo The Ravenna Festival 2027 in Ravenna, Italy is expected to run from late May to mid-July, presenting opera, classical music, contemporary works, jazz and dance in the historic venues of the UNESCO city. Exact dates and full programme to be announced. Tickets via the official website.
Illustrative photo 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.