Verona: arts & performance highlights for the weekend April 17-19, 2026

Arts weekend in Verona (April 17-19, 2026)

Looking for cultural events and performances in Verona this weekend? Here is a focused selection of arts events: live music, dance, theatre and family-friendly arts programmes to consider from April 17 to 19.

Music highlights

• Musorgsky and Dvořák — At Teatro Filarmonico on Friday April 17 and Saturday April 18. The programme features Ravel's orchestration of Pictures at an Exhibition, Dvořák's Cello Concerto and the world premiere of Quadreria by Carlo Galante.
• Blood Brothers — A Bruce Springsteen tribute band performing at Teatro Alcione on Friday April 17.
• The Real World Of Peter Gabriel — Tribute show by UP! at Teatro Nuovo San Michele on Saturday April 18.
• Phil Lemon — Live presentation of the new album Soli, released April 17, with a launch show at Teatro SS. Trinità the same day.

Theatre and dance

• Fuori di Tela — Filippo Caccamo's new stage show at Teatro Nuovo di Verona on Saturday April 18 and Sunday April 19: a comedic take on the world of schools.
• Olympiade — National premiere by Ballet de l'Opéra Grand Avignon at Teatro Ristori on Friday April 17 at 20:30, choreography by Antonio De Rosa and Mattia Russo.

Family programmes and festivals

• Parole sull'acqua Kids — Children's reading and workshop series at Villa Carrara Bottagisio (Bardolino), running through April 19 with daily family activities.
• Soffitte in piazza — A citywide cultural initiative promoted by the Municipality and Pro Loco; the 2026 edition continues with events across neighbourhoods until November 7.

Practical tip: check exact schedules and ticket availability on the venues' official websites. Some shows may require advance booking.