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Musart Festival 2026: the great concerts of the summer at the Parco Mediceo di Pratolino
From June 28 to July 26, music, art and nature meet in Florence
Musart Festival 2026 returns to Florence from June 28 to July 26 with a lineup that brings together international stars, big names in Italian music, and a special classical music event in the heart of the Medici Park of Pratolino, a UNESCO site just a few kilometers from the city center.
Ben Harper, Mannarino, Alfa, Elio e le Storie Tese, Luca Carboni, Carmina Burana with the Orchestra and Choir of the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, and Vittorio Nocenzi's dawn concert: the eleventh edition of the Musart Festival Florence promises to be one of the highlights of the 2026 summer concert season.
A festival that has always linked its name to the city and its symbolic places, transforming each event into an immersive experience of music, nature, and historical heritage.
Ben HarperMusart Festival Florence 2026: the complete program
The setting is the Medici Park of Pratolino, the same place where the Medici family organized shows for the court. Now owned by the Metropolitan City of Florence and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the park becomes the natural theater for seven major open-air events.
June 28 – Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals
Opening Musart Festival 2026 on Sunday, June 28, will be Ben Harper, joined by The Innocent Criminals. With over 16 million records sold and three Grammy Awards, the California-born singer-songwriter will bring his unmistakable blend of blues, folk, rock, reggae, soul, and gospel to Florence. At the artist’s request, the concert will begin at 8:30 pm, accompanied by the light of sunset for an even more evocative experience.
July 4 – Mannarino
On Saturday, July 4, Mannarino will take the stage following an international tour that captivated audiences across Europe. His intense, visceral lyrics and emotionally powerful melodies will once again resonate in the green setting of Pratolino.
July 5 – Niccolò Fabi
On Sunday, July 5, the Parco Mediceo di Pratolino will host a sunset concert (7:30 pm) by Niccolò Fabi. In a setting of extraordinary natural beauty, the Roman singer-songwriter will deliver an intense and poetic live performance, revisiting the most beloved songs of his repertoire in a musical journey that bridges generations. Joining him on stage will be Roberto “Bob” Angelini, Alberto Bianco, Filippo Cornaglia, Cesare Augusto Giorgini, and Giulio Cannavale.
July 11 – Alfa
After a long series of sold-out shows – with over 200,000 spectators in 2025 alone – Alfa will perform on Saturday, July 11, as part of his summer tour across Italy’s major festivals. The concert is organized in collaboration with LEG Live Emotion Group.
July 21 – Elio e le Storie Tese “à la carte!”
On Tuesday, July 21, one of Italy’s most beloved bands returns to the stage. The show will be “à la carte!”, with the setlist chosen directly by fans and different at each date.
July 24 – Luca Carboni
Friday, July 24, will feature Luca Carboni with “Rio Ari O Live,” a concert intertwining music, images, and words in a narrative of sounds and visions.
July 25 – Carmina Burana with the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino
On Saturday, July 25, the festival opens to the great classical repertoire with Carmina Burana by Carl Orff, one of the most celebrated works of the twentieth century. On stage, the Orchestra and Choir of the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino conducted by Lorenzo Fratini, together with the soloists of the Accademia del Maggio. An event combining dramatic power, artistic excellence, and communicative strength in one of Tuscany’s most enchanting locations.
July 26 – Sunrise Concert by Vittorio Nocenzi
Closing the festival on Sunday, July 26, at 4:45 am will be the evocative sunrise concert by Vittorio Nocenzi, founder of the Banco del Mutuo Soccorso. Performing solo piano, he will present pieces from his solo career alongside historic gems from the Banco’s repertoire.
Musart Tickets and How to Reach the Parco Mediceo di Pratolino
Tickets for Musart Festival are available through official circuits and authorized sales points. The Parco Mediceo di Pratolino is easily accessible from Florence city center, also thanks to the collaboration with Autolinee Toscane, which provides dedicated connections on concert evenings. An organization attentive to sustainable mobility and to enhancing the local territory, in line with the festival’s cultural mission.
