"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.
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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