Vespa Festival 2026 in Arezzo: three nights of music, DJ set and street

Vespa Festival 2026 in Arezzo: what to expect

From Friday 1 to Sunday 3 May the Prato in Arezzo will host the Vespa Festival 2026, three free days dedicated to Vespa culture, live music and evening entertainment. Organized by the Vespa Club Arezzo for its 30th anniversary, the festival blends vespistic events with nightlife-focused musical programming.

Evening program and highlights

• Friday, May 1 – museum exhibition opening at 18:00 in the library cloister; DJ set at 21:00 featuring Francesco Quarna (Radio Deejay) for a lively night of music and dancing.
• Saturday, May 2 – afternoon activities and the first edition of the "Elegance in Vespa" contest at 17:00; at 21:00 the Ricover Band performs a live set with national and international hits.
• Sunday, May 3 – international rally day with vespistic routes and territory showcases.

Nightlife and evening entertainment

In addition to the headline evening acts, the Vespa Village in the Prato park will host food stalls and local street food every night, creating an open-air nightlife atmosphere. The evening program is designed for both young people seeking DJ sets and live music and families looking for safe night-time entertainment.

Afternoon activities and Vespa appointments

• Children's activities each afternoon from 16:00 (horse and pony rides).
• Competitions and rallies: Italian Historic Reenactment Championship and Tuscany Vespa Raid (Friday), Giro degli Eroici (Saturday), 25th international VespArezzo rally (Sunday).

Practical information

Free entry. Evening shows generally start at 21:00; afternoon activities begin in the early afternoon. For the full schedule and updates, check the official Vespa Club Arezzo channels.

Night tips: arrive early to secure space in the audience areas, enjoy the street food offerings and follow the evening timetable to catch the DJ set and the live concert.