Abellinum Events - Wine & Music
Music, wine, and poetry amidst the ruins of Ancient Abellinum
About Abellinum Events
A festival blending archaeology, music, and wine
Abellinum Events - Wine & Music is the summer festival that the Municipality of Atripalda, in the province of Avellino, dedicates to the intersection of archaeological heritage, live music, and Irpinian food and wine. From July to September, a series of evening events transforms the town's ancient heart into an open-air stage: the ruins of Ancient Abellinum and the halls of the Palazzo della Dogana dei Grani host concerts, poetry readings, and tastings of local wines. It is a simple yet successful formula that has established the festival as one of the most recognizable summer events in the archaeological parks of Campania.
The venues: Ancient Abellinum and the Dogana dei Grani
Atripalda stands on the site of ancient Abellinum, a Roman city where walls, paved streets, residential blocks, and thermal baths unearthed by excavations remain today. Most evenings take place here, among the monumental ruins illuminated for the occasion. The second stage is the Palazzo della Dogana dei Grani, a historic building once linked to the grain trade that now serves as an exhibition and cultural center. Access to the area is via Piazza Umberto I through the Rampa San Pasquale: just a few steps from the town center, you enter a deeply evocative archaeological setting.
How an evening unfolds
The rhythm of the events is well-established. At 8:15 PM, the evening begins with readings and performances by Irpinia Poetica, guiding the audience into the area with texts and voices dedicated to local culture. At 9:00 PM, the concert begins, featuring acts ranging from classical music and chamber ensembles to Neapolitan repertoire and singer-songwriter guitar performances. Surrounding the music are tastings curated with local producers: a direct way to discover the wines of Irpinia, a land home to some of the most renowned denominations in Southern Italy.
Music, poetry, and territory
- Live concerts in the archaeological area and at the Palazzo della Dogana dei Grani, featuring ensembles, duos, and choral groups
- Irpinia Poetica: opening readings and performances every evening at 8:15 PM
- Wine tastings with local Irpinian producers
- Visits to the archaeological area of Ancient Abellinum during evening hours
- Free admission to all events
A festival living alongside the excavations
The festival is intertwined with archaeological research: excavation campaigns conducted on-site by the Department of Cultural Heritage Sciences (DISPAC) of the University of Salerno continue in parallel with the events, with new blocks being investigated and new discoveries announced year after year. Attending a concert at Abellinum means finding yourself in an active site of discovery, where cultural valorization and scientific study proceed hand in hand. This is also the core of the project supported by the municipal administration, which aims to create a true urban archaeological park.
Why attend
Abellinum Events is designed for a broad audience: families, music lovers, archaeology enthusiasts, and visitors discovering Irpinia in the summer. The evenings are free, held outdoors during the cooler hours, and require no specialized knowledge to be enjoyed. Those arriving from outside the region will find Atripalda a convenient base just a few kilometers from Avellino, in a territory that combines Roman archaeology, Apennine villages, and one of the most solid winemaking traditions in Campania.
Abellinum Events — edition 2026
Abellinum Events 2026: eight evenings between July and September
The 2026 edition of the festival promoted by the Municipality of Atripalda accompanies citizens and visitors throughout the summer, with events spread across July, August, and September. The debut on Friday, July 3, in the Archaeological Area of Ancient Abellinum, recorded participation exceeding forecasts: the cultural delegate mentioned a shortage of seats and the need to increase them for subsequent evenings, with attendees arriving not only from Atripalda but also from the provincial capital and neighboring towns.
The format remains the one that made the event recognizable: at 8:15 PM, readings and performances by Irpinia Poetica; at 9:00 PM, the concert; and throughout the evening, tastings of local wines. A novelty this year is the more prominent use of the second stage, the Palazzo della Dogana dei Grani, which complements the excavation area.
Archaeology in progress
Parallel to the events, excavations in the archaeological area resumed at the end of June 2026 under the scientific direction of the DISPAC of the University of Salerno: the investigation continues on a block only partially explored in previous campaigns. The festival audience thus attends concerts in a site that is still the subject of active research.
Programme Abellinum Events 2026
Abellinum Events 2026 Calendar
- Friday, July 3 — Accademia Musicale Irpina Ensemble, «Note tra la Storia» — Archaeological Area of Ancient Abellinum
- Friday, July 10 — Marika Pelonero & Daimon Ensemble, with orchestra, choir, and soprano soloist, anticipating the centenary celebrations of the coronation of the Madonna del Carmelo — Palazzo della Dogana dei Grani
- Friday, July 24 — Pennino & Nori Piano and Voice Duo — Archaeological Area of Ancient Abellinum
- Friday, July 31 — Amalov Ensemble, directed by C. N. Octavian — Archaeological Area of Ancient Abellinum
- Friday, August 7 — Las Guitarras del Mar Duo and Delle Cese & Minci
- Friday, August 14 — Heritage Music Fest with Koru
- Friday, August 21 — Serena Eulogio, «In Acustico Lunare»
- Friday, September 4 — Locura de Guitarras, Ascani & Ippoliti Duo
Each evening is preceded at 8:15 PM by Irpinia Poetica readings and performances; concerts start at 9:00 PM. The schedule is subject to change: please check for updates on the Municipality of Atripalda and Archaeological Area channels.
Highlights Abellinum Events 2026
- Inaugural concert «Note tra la Storia» by the Accademia Musicale Irpina Ensemble among the ruins of Ancient Abellinum
- Evening with orchestra, choir, and soprano at the Palazzo della Dogana dei Grani for the centenary of the coronation of the Madonna del Carmelo
- Two guitar evenings: Las Guitarras del Mar Duo in August and Locura de Guitarras closing on September 4
- «In Acustico Lunare» by Serena Eulogio, under the August sky
- Irpinia Poetica readings at the opening of every event
- Tastings of Irpinian wines with local producers
- Active archaeological excavations in the area, conducted by the DISPAC of the University of Salerno
Prices Abellinum Events 2026
Practical information — Abellinum Events
Where it takes place
Archaeological Area of Ancient Abellinum and Palazzo della Dogana dei Grani, Via Raffaele Aversa 35, 83042 Atripalda (AV). Access from Piazza Umberto I via Rampa San Pasquale.
How to get there
- By car: Take the Avellino Est exit from the Avellino-Salerno highway, then follow the SS7 bis; Atripalda is about 4 km from the center of Avellino.
- By train and bus: Avellino station, connected to Atripalda by Air Campania urban and suburban lines.
- By plane: Naples Capodichino Airport, approximately 55 km away.
Hours and admission
Irpinia Poetica readings at 8:15 PM, concerts at 9:00 PM. Free admission to all events, subject to availability.
Contacts
Municipality of Atripalda; Palazzo della Dogana dei Grani and Archaeological Area of Ancient Abellinum, tel. +39 0825 626586, e-mail [email protected].
Tips
The evenings take place outdoors on archaeological terrain: comfortable shoes and a light sweater are recommended. Arriving a few minutes early allows you to visit the excavation area before the readings begin.
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Where does it take place — Abellinum Events
Area Archeologica dell'Antica Abellinum e Palazzo della Dogana dei Grani
Via Raffaele Aversa 35, 83042 Atripalda