"A River Runs Through It 2026": Focus on Excursions in the Faenza Romagna Region
The traveling festival "A River Runs Through It", artistically directed by Luisa Cottifogli, celebrates the profound encounter between art, music, holistic disciplines, and nature. The festival offers unique itineraries to rediscover territories steeped in history and landscapes of extraordinary beauty, promoting sustainable tourism that respects the spiritus loci.
Below are selected only the events from the 2026 program that take place in the municipalities of Romagna Faentina (specifically, in the areas of Castel Bolognese and Riolo Terme; there are no scheduled dates in the municipalities of Faenza, Brisighella, Casola Valsenio, and Solarolo).
The Calendar of Events in Romagna Faentina
- Thursday, June 25, 2026 – Riolo Terme (RA)
Venue: Rocca di Riolo, Piazza Ivo Mazzanti 1
Title: From Stone to Vote: Women's Voices on the Move
* Times 9:00 PM: Guided tour in period costume inside the fortress in the historic footsteps of Caterina Sforza, enriched by special musical performances performed a cappella.
* 10:00 PM: Concert by the female vocal trio Le Croque Madame (Debora Bettoli, Sabrina Mungari, Ilaria Petrantuono), a small vocal orchestra that accompanies the audience through history.
* In collaboration with: Municipality of Riolo Terme and Cooperativa Atlantide. - Sunday, August 30, 2026 – Castel Bolognese (RA)
Location: Monte Querzola (departure from the Church of the Serra, Via Serra 3905/4005)
Title: A Cello at Dawn
* Times 6:00 AM: Departure of the community nature walk from the Serra Church.
* 6:40 AM: Enchanting sunrise concert by Enrico Guerzoni on the cello, celebrating the magic of the strings and the morning.
* Following: Convivial group breakfast at the Il Roccolo Farmhouse.
* In collaboration with: Municipality of Castel Bolognese. - Saturday, September 5, 2026 – Castel Bolognese (RA)
Location: Monte Querzola (departure from the Serra Church, Via Serra 3905/4005)
Title: The song of the hills and woods
* 5:00 PM: Departure of the guided sensory walk from the Church of the Serra.
* 6:00 PM: Arrival on the ridge of Monte Querzola for a Land Art experience and deep listening to the sounds and vibrations of the earth, led by Luigi Berardi.
* Following: Typical local dinner by reservation at Agriturismo La Querciola (contact: 0546 74077).
* In collaboration with: Municipality of Castel Bolognese.
The festival events are made possible thanks to the support of the Emilia-Romagna Region, the CER (Canale Emiliano Romagnolo), the BCC ravennate forlivese imolese, and the individual local administrative centers involved.
Useful information and advice for participants
- Philosophy: The artists connect directly with the surrounding environment; the events combine musical performances with walks or meditation sessions (yoga, Qi Gong).
- Recommended equipment: For the Castel Bolognese stages (hikes on Monte Querzola), we recommend wearing hiking boots or shoes with non-slip soles, comfortable layered clothing, a backpack with water, and a waterproof cape.
- References and contacts: For logistical updates or route details, please consult the official channels of the host municipalities or the Cultural Service of the Unione della Romagna Faentina.
