Mantova Summer Festival 2026: concerts at Palazzo Te and Piazza Sordello

Mantova Summer Festival 2026: music in historic settings

The Mantova Summer Festival comes back for summer 2026, hosting concerts and shows in two iconic locations: Piazza Sordello and the Esedra Garden of Palazzo Te. The programme combines live music and theatre within the city's monumental heritage.

Designed to appeal to multiple generations, the festival features both national and international artists, offering large-scale concerts alongside theatrical performances in evocative historical environments.

Venues:

• Piazza Sordello – Mantua’s historic core, used for open-air concerts with organised facilities.
• Esedra Garden, Palazzo Te – a striking historical garden that provides an atmospheric backdrop for evening performances.

Line-up (updated 31 March 2026):

Events in Piazza Sordello

• 4 July – Caparezza – start 21:30
• 7 July – Pet Shop Boys (only Italian date) – start 21:30
• 10 July – LP – start 21:30
• 11 July – Jethro Tull – start 21:30

Events in the Esedra Garden, Palazzo Te

• 28 August – Coez – start 21:00
• 29 August – Mannarino – start 21:00
• 30 August – Fulminacci – start 21:00
• 31 August – "Din Don Down" show by Paolo Ruffini – start 21:00
• 1 September – Wilco – start 21:00
• 2 September – Luca Carboni – start 21:00
• 3 September – "Bello di mamma" show by Enrico Brignano – start 21:00
• More events to be announced (TBA)

Practical information:

• Tickets: available at mantova-live.it/mantovasummerfestival/
• Typical start times: evening shows usually begin between 21:00 and 21:30; check each event for exact gate opening times and schedules.
• Transport and accessibility: use public transport where possible and follow local signage; historic venues may offer specific access routes for people with reduced mobility.
• Tips: arrive early for security checks and to secure preferred viewing spots in the monumental settings; follow staff instructions and respect the protected sites.

The festival is part of the broader Mantova Live initiative, which promotes music and cultural events throughout the year while highlighting the city's most significant historic locations. Check the official ticket page for lineup updates and additional dates.