The most beautiful concerts to see in Florence
All the musical events to mark in your calendar
The 2026 calendar of concerts looks set to be a vibrant mosaic, spanning genres, generations, and musical languages. A rich lineup that confirms Florence as one of Italy’s most dynamic cultural hubs.
Final Concerts of 2025
The Pilgrims Gospel Choir
December 16, 2025, 8:45 PM – Teatro di FiesoleFounded in 1997, The Pilgrims Gospel Choir loves blending musical genres (spiritual, gospel, pop, rock, musical) with songs that convey the messages of peace, brotherhood, and civil and human rights central to African-American music.
Antonello Venditti
December 18, 2025, 9:00 PM – Nelson Mandela Forum
A tour celebrating 40 years of Notte prima degli esami, a timeless masterpiece by an artist who has influenced entire generations.
Winter 2026 Concerts at Teatro Cartiere Carrara
Kicking off the 2026 season at Teatro Cartiere Carrara on January 14 will be Franco126, presenting his urban, introspective, and poetic singer-songwriter style.
Following him, the stage will host some of the most beloved names in the Italian music scene:
Neffa – March 8, Teatro Cartiere Carrara, with a live show revisiting a cult career spanning soul, funk, and sophisticated pop.
Nomadi – March 14, Teatro Cartiere Carrara, a night dedicated to one of the longest-running bands in Italy.
Nek – March 27, Teatro Cartiere Carrara, a concert spanning thirty years of hits, from unforgettable ballads to new pop-rock sounds.
Bandabardò – April 14, Teatro Cartiere Carrara, the festive energy of the Florentine band returns home for a concert that is a collective ritual and pure joy.
Chiello – April 21, Teatro Cartiere Carrara, one of the most original voices of the new Italian scene, with an intimate and magnetic performance appealing to Generation Z and beyond.
Winter closes in style on November 30 with one of Italy’s greatest singer-songwriters: Francesco De Gregori, always awaited at Teatro Cartiere Carrara for a concert full of emotion and a rich repertoire.
Winter 2026 Concerts at Nelson Mandela Forum
The Nelson Mandela Forum confirms its role as the beating heart of Florence’s major events, hosting a series of shows that unite diverse audiences with top-tier artists:
Umberto Tozzi – March 14, a tour celebrating a career full of international hits.
Luchè – March 17, one of the leading figures in contemporary rap.
Gigi D’Alessio – March 23, a live show full of energy and romance.
Ernia – March 26, one of the most influential names in Italian urban music.
Giorgia – March 28, one of Italy’s most iconic and beloved voices.
Frah Quintale – April 15, a leading figure in the indie-pop scene.
Fulminacci – April 18, a generational singer-songwriter.
Blanco – April 20, one of the most followed artists in the new pop scene.
Gianni Morandi – April 26, a timeless legend.
Tommaso Paradiso – April 28, a concert dedicated to romantic pop.
Elisa – May 3, an artist known for her unmistakable musical sensitivity.
GiorgiaTeatro Fiesole, Teatro Verdi, and Maggio Musicale
For those who prefer more intimate music experiences, Florence offers concerts in some of its most charming venues:
Paolo Vallesi Acoustic Trio – March 20, Teatro di Fiesole, an emotional and sincere performance.
Angelina Mango – March 24, Teatro Verdi, a breakthrough artist blending pop energy and experimentation.
Eugenio Finardi – April 8, Teatro di Fiesole, a return steeped in the history of Italian singer-songwriters.
Giovanni Allevi – April 18, Teatro del Maggio, one of the most beloved piano voices internationally.
Giovanni AlleviSummer 2026: Firenze Rocks Returns with Three Exceptional Headliners
The music continues into the summer. From June 12 to 14, 2026, Visarno Arena will host Firenze Rocks, announcing one of the strongest line-ups in recent years:
June 12 – Lenny Kravitz, performing at Firenze Rocks for the first time.
June 13 – Robbie Williams, also making his festival debut.
June 14 – The Cure, one of the most influential and beloved bands in rock history.
June 15 – My Chemical Romance, the only Italian date of The Black Parade 2026, with Interpol as special guests, one of New York’s most relevant alternative-rock bands.
Three dates promising to be unforgettable, confirming the international vocation of this Florentine festival.
