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Welcome to the ROBOT Festival 2026 in Bologna
ROBOT Festival has been Bologna’s international festival for electronic music and digital arts since 2008. The 17th edition takes place on 13 and 25 September and from 8 to 10 October 2026. Across unconventional and iconic city venues – including DumBO, Estragon, Palazzo Re Enzo and others – experimental sounds, live performances, DJ sets, installations and workshops come together.
Highlights & Attractions at ROBOT Festival in Bologna
- International line-up featuring acts such as Autechre (live), Moodymann, Blawan, Marina Herlop, Mykki Blanco and further leading names from the electronic and experimental scenes
- Diverse venues: post-industrial halls at DumBO, historic spaces like Palazzo Re Enzo and the Estragon club
- Audio-visual performances, hybrid sets and immersive installations
- Focus on digital culture, contemporary electronic music and innovative art forms
- Workshops, talks and activities for different age groups
- Sustainability and accessibility initiatives for an inclusive festival experience
- Preview events at special locations such as the Parco Archeologico di Kainua in Marzabotto
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Program & Schedule: What to Expect in 2026
The festival spans several dates: a preview on 13 September 2026 at the archaeological park of Kainua (Marzabotto), an event on 25 September at Palazzo Re Enzo, and the main programme from 8 to 10 October 2026 at venues including Ex Ospedale dei Bastardini, DumBO and Estragon. The programme features live acts, DJ sets, audio-visual performances and installations that connect electronic avant-garde with digital art forms. Exact daily schedules and artist timings are updated on the official website and via the ticket partner.
Tickets & Admission for ROBOT Festival Bologna
Admission is ticketed. Single tickets and pass options (Full Pass, Night Pass, Saturday Pass) grant access to different venue combinations. Single tickets typically start from around 30–35 Euro (e.g. for selected shows such as Autechre), while passes are priced higher. Preview events may require separate tickets or combined museum entry. Tickets are available via Xceed and other partners. Please check current prices and availability directly on the official sales page, as they vary by date and category.
Visitor Tips: Travel & Accommodation in Bologna
- Arrive via Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) or the main train station; most venues are easily reachable by bus, train or on foot.
- Autumn weather in Bologna: pack a light jacket and weather-resistant clothing – temperatures are often mild but cooler in the evenings.
- Book accommodation in the centre or near DumBO/Estragon early – demand is high during the festival.
- Multiple venues in one evening are possible – pass holders can move between included locations.
- Follow official updates on line-up, timings and accessibility notes on robotfestival.it and the festival’s social channels.
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
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