Summer 2026 in Finale Ligure: over 180 events across villages, music

Summer 2026 in Finale Ligure: the season at a glance

Finale Ligure is gearing up for a wide-ranging summer with more than 180 events and over 70 experiences spread across the territory. The programme mixes concerts, local festivals and outdoor activities that highlight villages, castles and natural areas.

Types of events

• Live music: open-air concerts and series covering pop, folk, classical and jazz.
• Theatre and cinema in castles: performances, screenings and guided tours in historic fortresses.
• Historical reenactments and village festivals: traditional markets, costumed participants and themed routes animating the historic centres.
• Outdoor and sports: trekking, kayaking, climbing, boat trips and family-friendly activities.
• Local initiatives: workshops and events organised by associations and local operators.

Highlighted events

• Finale for Nepal – charity and sports event in Finalmarina, 15–17 May 2026.
• BURTOMICS Comics & Games – comic festival in Finalborgo, 10–12 July 2026.
• Journey into the Middle Ages – historical reenactment in Finalborgo, 20–23 August 2026.
• Manietudo Off – music series at Camping San Martino from 19 June to 28 August 2026, with a final event on 5 September 2026.
• Palma d’Oro International Piano Competition & Festival – competition and concerts, 28 August – 2 September 2026.
• Romantic Night in Italy’s Most Beautiful Villages – Finalborgo, 20 June 2026.
• Arrembaggio Finale – Sea Festival – events in Finalmarina, 24–25 June 2026.
• Night of the Tarots – performances and installations between Finalborgo and Castelfranco Fortress, 12–13 August 2026.

Experiences and practical suggestions

The "Summer Vibes 2026" catalogue features more than 50 proposals grouped into Explore & Live, Sport & Adventure and Relax & Wellness. Expect free guided tours, nature walks, children’s workshops and bookable activities such as kayaking, snorkeling, panoramic hikes and horse riding.

Organisation and useful info

The programme is the result of collaboration between the municipality, local associations and cultural operators, aimed at promoting the historic villages and fortifications of the Finalese area. For detailed schedules, participation rules and reservations, check the official channels of the Municipality of Finale Ligure and the individual events.

Location: Finale Ligure (SV) – including Finalborgo, Finalmarina and Castelfranco.

Tip: when planning evening visits to village events, verify parking and local transport in advance and book popular activities early.