Vinitaly and the City in Verona: three days of art, music and tastings

From 10 to 12 April 2026 Verona's historic centre will host Vinitaly and the City, a citywide off-show for wine lovers with a packed programme of tastings, masterclasses, guided tours and live shows across squares, courtyards and historic buildings.

The official opening is on Friday 10 April with an inaugural toast at 18:00, featuring Pinot Grigio delle Venezie. Throughout the three days visitors can attend tastings, seminars, cultural appointments and immersive performances.

• Highlight: on Saturday 11 April (20:00, Piazza Bra) the immersive show "Dentro c'è l'Italia" premieres, combining dance, theatre and song with about 150 performers.
• Main locations: Piazza dei Signori, Cortile del Mercato Vecchio and Cortile del Tribunale, with special areas such as the Grande Enoteca at the Loggia di Fra' Giocondo and the Loggia Antica dedicated to international mixology.
• Music & entertainment: Saturday 11 April at 21:30 the Banca Passadore Lounge hosts a DJ set by Ema Stokholma; Torre dei Lamberti offers panoramic toasts from 84 metres high.
• Enogastronomic journey: regional showcases for wines from Calabria, Sardinia, Abruzzo, Campania, Molise, Sicily and more, alongside curated selections from leading industry players.
• 2026 updates: program extended to the Strada del Vino Valpolicella with tastings from 13 April to 3 May and an upgraded token system granting exclusive access options, including the Arena.

Participants should check the token system that manages tastings and experiences: buying tokens in advance secures spots in the most popular masterclasses. The event suits both general visitors eager to explore wines and territories and sector professionals.

Practical tips:

• Review the daily schedule and book masterclasses of interest early.
• Prefer public transport or walking: the event is concentrated in the historic centre.
• Bring comfortable clothing and your token/ticket confirmation, digital or printed.

Vinitaly and the City offers a cultural and sensory route through Verona's monuments and winery excellence: a chance to taste regional specialties, attend cultural events and experience the city in a new way.