"Summer Evenings 2026": the program of events in Castel Bolognese
From May to September, the seventeenth edition of the festival will offer shows, concerts, meetings, films, children's initiatives, and events organized by local associations.
The Municipality of Castel Bolognese, in collaboration with the Unione della Romagna Faentina and numerous local associations, presents the official program for "Summer Evenings 2026." From May to September, a rich calendar of events will enliven the town's iconic locations—from the Cloister of the Town Hall to the historic Scodellino Mill, to the parks and hills—offering music, theater, children's workshops, films, food and wine, and nature walks.
The program spans the entire summer season with events aimed at a variety of audiences. Among the initiatives promoted, the Cloister of the Municipal Residence will host a series of evenings dedicated to comedy, literature, music, and theater for children in July.
All events are free to attend, or according to the modalities indicated by the individual organizing associations.
June 2026
- Thursday, June 4 (4:45 PM) – "Luigi Dal Pane" Library
Music@sa: NpM (Born for Music) music meeting and workshop led by Teresa Maria Federici. Specific activity for children aged 0 to 2 years. - Saturday, June 6 (5:00 PM) – ANSPI Biancanigo Club
It's Always Domenico!: A day of celebration with musical performances (Mivergogno, Bugorama, 12 Pollici Social Club), exhibitions by local artists, creative workshops for children, and a menu featuring traditional meatball sandwiches. Organized by the È sempre Domenico Association. - Saturday, June 6 (5:00 PM) – Former Church of S. Maria della Misericordia
End-of-year musical recitals performed by students of the Nuova Scuola di Musica. - Tuesday, June 9 (8:30 PM) – Mulino Scodellino
End-of-year performance by the Dance Studio dance school of Faenza. Organized by the Friends of the Scodellino Mill Association. - Thursday, June 11 (4:45 PM) – "Luigi Dal Pane" Library
Music@sa: Second appointment with the NpM music workshop led by Teresa Maria Federici. Session for children aged 2 to 5. - Friday, June 12 (9:30 PM) – Sports Hall
End-of-year performance by the students of the Il Cigno ASD gymnastics and dance academy. - Saturday, June 13 (11:00 AM) – "Luigi Dal Pane" Library
Readings aloud for children aged 3 and up. - Tuesday, June 16 (4:45 PM) – "Luigi Dal Pane" Library
Readings aloud for children aged 5 and up. - Thursday, June 20 (7:00 PM) – Mulino Scodellino
Electronic Mill: DJ set and musical aperitif surrounded by nature with the Zoomonkeys. - Sunday, June 21 (9:00 PM) – Cloister of the Town Hall
Concert by the "Come Erano" Band, Pro Loco CB Vallesenio, on the occasion of the Festa della Musica. Organized by the Pro Loco. - Sunday, June 21 (9:00 PM) – Mulino Scodellino
Grande Danza al Mulino: The prestigious Artemis Danza company presents the show "The Barber of Seville," set to the famous music of Gioacchino Rossini. - Monday, June 22 (8:00 PM) – Parco Ravaioli
Children's Markets accompanied by the thematic and hands-on workshop "Creativamente." Organized by the Parents' Association. - From Tuesday, June 23rd to Saturday, June 27th (from 6:00 PM) – Prato della Filippina
Portofranko 2026: Historic open-air youth festival with art exhibitions, live concerts, and beer stands. Organized by the Portofranko Association. - Wednesday, June 24 (5:30 PM) – Mulino Scodellino
Classical concert dedicated to the compositions of Arcangelo Corelli, performed by the ensemble Il Labirinto Armonico. - Thursday, June 25 (7:00 PM) – Mulino Scodellino
Mulino Elettronico: Second appointment with the afternoon and evening DJ set by Zoomonkeys. - Saturday, June 27 (11:00 AM) – "Luigi Dal Pane" Library
Animated readings aloud and sound cuddles for very young children aged 0-36 months. - Sunday, June 28 (5:30 PM) – Mulino Scodellino
Second concert event dedicated to the Baroque music of Arcangelo Corelli with Il Labirinto Armonico. - Monday, June 29 (8:00 PM) – Ravaioli Park
Markets for children, young people, and local creatives, accompanied by a preparatory music workshop led by Soheila. - Monday, June 29, Tuesday, June 30, and Wednesday, July 1 (7:00 PM) – Tebano and Steccaia Dam
Waters and Miracles in Tebano: Three days of dinners among the vines, guided nature walks along the river, and cultural events. Organized by the Friends of the Senio River Association. - Tuesday, June 30 (9:00 PM) – Cloister of the Town Hall
Stand-Up Comedy Show with artist Fede Monroe. Organized by the Culture Department.
July 2026
- Wednesday, July 1 (8:30 PM) – Il Roccolo Organic Farm
Campi Visivi: Traveling festival combining an outdoor dinner with the screening of a film (title to be announced). Organized by the Senio e Gesso APS Association. - Wednesday, July 1 (9:00 PM) – Cloister of the Town Hall
Literary meeting with the famous crime novelist Paolo Roversi, organized in collaboration with the Librai in corso festival. - From Thursday, July 2 to Sunday, July 5 (from 7:30 PM) – Casalecchio Parish
Casalecchio a tutta birra: Summer parish festival with local gastronomic specialties, rivers of beer, and live music concerts every evening. - Sunday, July 5 (6:00 AM) – Scodellino Mill
Breakfast at dawn "Food and Culture", an evocative awakening organized in collaboration with Anna's Garden. - Monday, July 6 (8:00 PM) – Ravaioli Park
Children's markets and creatives' market, combined with the "Rainbow Hearts" themed workshop led by Simona. - Monday, July 6 (9:00 PM) – Scodellino Mill
The Western and its Evolution: Outdoor film festival curated by L. Sportelli. Screening of the historical films “The Great Train Robbery” and “A Fistful of Dollars”. - Tuesday, July 7 (8:00 PM) – Mulino Scodellino
“Senza fine”: Contemporary dance show and performance directed by A. Cannistrà; A poetic journey that combines movement, live music, and verse. - Wednesday, July 8 (9:00 PM) – Cloister of the Town Hall
Children's Theater: The Entelechia Theater Company presents the show "The Escaped Lion" (recommended for ages 3 and up). - Thursday, July 9 (8:30 PM) – Spazio Dieci.30 by Agricola Baccarini
Campi Visivi: Second event of the series with a local dinner and a film screening under the stars. - Thursday, July 9 (9:00 PM) – Cloister of the Town Hall
Live concert by Gloria & The Doctors: Gloria Turrini's exceptional voice will lead her band through warm sounds of jazz, gospel, blues, and funk. - Saturday, July 11 (11:00 am) – "Luigi Dal Pane" Library
Saturday morning readings for children aged 3 and up. - Sunday, July 12 (6:00 am) – Scodellino Mill
Breakfast at dawn "Food and Culture": second morning event in collaboration with L’Orto di Anna. - Monday, July 13 (8:00 pm) – Ravaioli Park
Children's and creatives' markets enhanced by the illusionist and magic show of Mago Michele. - Tuesday, July 14 (4:45 PM) – "Luigi Dal Pane" Library
Afternoon readings for children aged 5 and up. - Tuesday, July 14 (9:00 PM) – Church of San Sebastiano
Guided night tour to discover the Church of San Sebastiano, open to all without reservations. Organized by the Civic Museum - Wednesday, July 15 (9:00 PM) – Cloister of the Town Hall
Comedy and dialect show with Fabrizio “Caveja” in "E’ Rumagnulesta". - Thursday, July 16 (8:30 PM) – Bertoni Bottega e Cucina
Campi Visivi: Third appointment with a traditional dinner in the village and an open-air film screening. - Thursday, July 16 (9:00 PM) – Cloister of the Town Hall
Concert by the Di Maggio Connection: a high-energy evening with An overwhelming mix of Rockabilly, Surf, Blues, and Swing. - Sunday, July 19 (6:00 AM) – Mulino Scodellino
Breakfast at dawn “Food and Culture”: third summer awakening amidst nature and local flavors with L’Orto di Anna. - Monday, July 20 (8:00 PM) – Ravaioli Park
Children's markets, animated readings with Donatella and Alessia, and the innovative sensory workshop "The Sound of Plants" led by Vania Mignani. - Monday, July 20 (9:00 PM) – Mulino Scodellino
Western at the Mill: Second event of the film festival curated by L. Sportelli with the screening of Italian cult classic “They Call Me Trinity”. - Tuesday, July 21 (9:00 PM) – Cloister of the Town Hall
ERF Summer 2026 – “Vertigo”: A prestigious concert included in the Emilia Romagna Festival program. A tribute to the legendary soundtracks of Bernard Herrmann performed by Massimo Ghetti (flute), Nicholas Gelli (clarinet), and Annalisa Mannarini (piano). - Wednesday, July 22 (9:00 PM) – Cloister of the Town Hall
Children's Theater: The Il Baule Volante Theater Company presents the show "The Magic Tinderbox" (recommended for children aged 5 to 11). - Thursday, July 23 (8:30 PM) – Cantina Tibé
Campi Visivi: Fourth summer event of the film festival combined with a dinner in the cellar. - Monday, July 27 (8:00 PM) – Parco Ravaioli
Last appointment of the month with markets for creatives and children, outdoor readings, and children's workshops. - Monday, July 27 (9:00 PM) – Mulino Scodellino
Western at the Mill: Third cinematic appointment curated by L. Sportelli with the screening of Quentin Tarantino's film "The Hateful Eight". - Thursday, July 30 (8:30 PM) – Agriturismo La Querciola
Campi Visivi: Fifth appointment with dinner at the farmhouse and screening of a film under the stars on the chalk hills.
August 2026
- Friday, August 7 (8:30 PM) 8:30 PM) – Zinzani Farm (Faenza)
Visual Fields: Sixth edition of the traveling food, wine, and film festival led by Senio and Gesso APS. - Monday, August 10 (8:00 PM) – Scodellino Mill
San Lorenzo al Mulino: A special evening for the night of shooting stars with a free picnic on the lawns, an open Ape-bar, and guided stargazing. Organized by the Pro Loco and the Friends of the Mill. - Sunday, August 23 (6:00 PM) – “La Torre” Social Center
Vegetable Festival: An afternoon and evening community celebration with the opening of the traditional food stand and live music. Organized by Auser Ravenna. - Wednesday, August 26 (8:30 pm) – Piazzale Poggi
Faenza Buskers Preview: A great street show, a world premiere, featuring international artists, jugglers, and musicians. Organized by the Arte dei Sorrisi APS Association. - From Thursday, August 27 to Monday, August 31 – Piazza Bernardi
AVIS Festival 2026: Five days of celebration in the heart of the town with great shows on the main stage, concerts, and the renowned traditional food stand. Organized by the Castel Bolognese Municipal AVIS. - Sunday, August 30 (6:00 AM) – Monte Querzola / Senio Valley
The River Runs Through It (7th Edition): Special stage of the festival entitled "A Cello at Dawn". The program includes a nature walk starting from the Serra Church at 6:00 AM, followed at 6:40 AM by an evocative cello concert by Enrico Guerzoni on the ridge of Monte Querzola. At the end, a hearty group breakfast will be held at the Il Roccolo Farm.
September 2026
- From Wednesday, September 2nd to Saturday, September 5th (from 7:00 PM) – ANSPI Biancanigo Club
Birranigo, the festival you won't expect: End-of-summer village festival entirely dedicated to fine drinking, craft beer, and traditional Romagna cuisine. - Saturday, September 5th (4:30 PM) – Monte Querzola
A river flows through it: Event entitled "The song of the hills and woods". The guided sensory walk from the Serra Church begins at 4:30 PM; at 6:00 PM, upon arrival at Monte Querzola Erzola, a Land Art workshop will be held with artist Luigi Berardi, focusing on listening to the sound of trees. A traditional dinner will follow, by reservation, at Agriturismo La Querciola. - Saturday, September 12 (3:00 PM) – “Edmondo Fabbri” Sports Area
Sport in Unione 2026: The great Sports Festival open to all citizens, families, and children, created to allow people to freely experience the disciplines and activities of local sports clubs. - Saturday, September 19 (3:00 PM) – Departure from Piazza Bernardi
Environment Festival: Ecological and educational walk open to families for the care of the territory. Organized by Auser, Pro Loco, Parents' Association and Volunteer Ecological Guards (GEV). - Saturday, September 26 (10:00 am) – Via del Cimitero
Guided tour led by Dr. Stefano Zaniboni of the MaAB (Angelo Biancini Open-Air Museum), the monumental Stations of the Cross, and the works of art in the municipal cemetery. Organized by the Civic Museum. - Saturday, September 26 (7:00 PM) – Scodellino Mill
Electronic Mill: Closing event of the season with an aperitif and a DJ set by Zoomonkeys. - Monday, September 28 (Afternoon) – Cloister of the Town Hall
Solemn institutional moment: official welcome of the Greek delegation and commemoration of the fallen of the castle during the historic Risorgimento battle of Domokos. By the Municipal Administration.
General Information and Contacts
For commercial information, program details, or last-minute logistical changes, please contact the offices of the Municipality of Castel Bolognese (Unione della Romagna Faentina):
- Culture Service: Tel. 0546 655838 | Email: cultura@comune.castelbolognese.ra.it
- Library Service: Tel. 0546 655827 | Email: biblioteca@comune.castelbolognese.ra.it
- Museum Service: Tel. 0546 655828 | Email: museocivico@comune.castelbolognese.ra.it
- Institutional Website: www.comune.castelbolognese.ra.it
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