Brescia Photo Festival 9th Edition: four days of photography across the

Brescia Photo Festival – 9th Edition

When: 26–29 March 2026 | Where: Brescia, multiple venues

The ninth edition of the Brescia Photo Festival adopts a city-wide format that brings together institutional museums, independent venues and cultural associations. The program turns urban spaces into a photographic itinerary featuring exhibitions, talks, screenings and book presentations aimed at both the general public and professionals.

Program highlights

A central feature of this edition is the major monographic exhibition dedicated to Bruce Gilden, shown in Italy for the first time and presenting a wide selection of works spanning several decades, including the Faces series (2013-2024). The Pinacoteca Tosio Martinengo will host a site-specific installation titled Grace / Grazia, exploring the relationship between contemporary photography and historical masterpieces.

Over the four days the festival offers:

• Exhibition openings and guided visits;
• Talks and conferences with photographers, curators and critics;
• Screenings, book launches and events for schools and the public;
• Audio-visual materials and dossiers documenting photographic practices.

Venues

• Museo di Santa Giulia
• Pinacoteca Tosio Martinengo
• Cavallerizza – Centro della Fotografia Italiana
• Auditorium di Santa Giulia
• Cinema Nuovo Eden
• Accademia di Belle Arti SantaGiulia and LABA
• Mutty Gallery, Palazzo Martinengo Cesaresco, Spazio Contemporanea and other city locations

Organization and curatorship

The festival is promoted by the Municipality of Brescia and the Fondazione Brescia Musei, with artistic curatorship by Renato Corsini. The program is realized in partnership with local cultural institutions and includes national and international guests.

How to attend

The festival welcomes casual visitors, photography enthusiasts and cultural professionals. Most events are open to the public; for limited-capacity sessions and school activities it is advisable to check schedules and booking information for each venue.