ApritiBorgo - ABC Festival
The international street theatre festival that turns the medieval village of Campiglia Marittima into an open-air stage
About ApritiBorgo
A medieval village turned into a stage
In the heart of the Val di Cornia, in the Province of Livorno, the small town of Campiglia Marittima—listed among the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy—hosts one of Tuscany's most beloved street theatre events every summer: ApritiBorgo - ABC Festival. For five midsummer nights, the entire medieval historic centre becomes a vast open-air theatre, where alleys, squares, stairways, and hidden nooks serve as unique stages.
Organised by Terzostudio - Progetti per lo spettacolo in collaboration with the Municipality of Campiglia Marittima, the festival is an international theatrical showcase that attracts thousands of spectators and numerous companies from across Italy and abroad every year.
Street theatre, circus, and wonder
The ApritiBorgo programme weaves together diverse genres and languages: street theatre and storytelling, contemporary circus and clowning, music and light theatre, dance, opera, puppetry, and grand illusions. Each evening, the audience is invited to wander through the village, following a path of performances, surprises, and installations, discovering a new artistic act at every turn.
The festival is unique in that it has no single main stage: performances take place simultaneously in various spots throughout the historic centre, allowing spectators to create their own itinerary through the squares and alleys of Campiglia. In recent years, the evocative Rocca (fortress) that overlooks the village has also been added to the festival map, further enriching the experience.
A growing tradition
Born and developed throughout the 2000s, ApritiBorgo has become a benchmark for street theatre in Tuscany and a key stop on the national live performance circuit. Following a three-year project dedicated to the theme of "Metamorphosis," the festival has continued its journey with new themes that serve as a common thread for each edition.
For the public, ApritiBorgo is also an opportunity to discover Campiglia Marittima and the Val di Cornia: a territory of historic villages, rolling hills, archaeological parks, and the sea, just a few kilometres from the Etruscan Coast.
Who is it for?
- Families and children, thanks to performances suitable for all ages
- Fans of street theatre, contemporary circus, and performing arts
- Tourists holidaying on the Livorno coast and in Val di Cornia looking for a unique evening out
- Those who love experiencing medieval villages in a festive, cultural setting
ApritiBorgo is an evening event: as the sun sets, the village lights up with music and applause, giving Campiglia Marittima a unique atmosphere in the heart of the Tuscan summer.
ApritiBorgo — edition 2026
ApritiBorgo 2026 - the 20th edition
The 2026 edition of ApritiBorgo - ABC Festival celebrates a major milestone: the 20th edition of the international street theatre festival of Campiglia Marittima. The event is confirmed from 11 to 15 August 2026, with five evenings that will bring the entire medieval historic centre to life.
Once again this year, the village will turn into a performance trail featuring street theatre, contemporary circus, clowning, music, and puppetry, with Italian and international companies and the Rocca as one of the most evocative settings. The announced theme is "The Hidden City / Contaminations".
At the moment, the detailed programme for the 2026 edition is being finalised by the organisers.
Programme ApritiBorgo 2026
The detailed programme for the 2026 edition (companies, performances, times, and locations) has not yet been published; the organisers describe the line-up as "in progress". It will be announced in the weeks leading up to the festival on the official channels of Terzostudio and the Municipality of Campiglia Marittima.
Based on recent editions, one can expect five evenings with numerous performances each night, distributed across the squares, alleys, and the Rocca of the village, featuring street theatre, contemporary circus, clowning, music, dance, puppetry, and magic. This page will be updated with the line-up, times, and locations as soon as the official programme is available.
Highlights ApritiBorgo 2026
The festival celebrates its 20th edition. Expected highlights include: the medieval village entirely transformed into an open-air theatre, the Rocca as a performance venue, Italian and international companies, and the theme "The Hidden City / Contaminations".
Prices ApritiBorgo 2026
Practical information — ApritiBorgo
How to get there
Campiglia Marittima is located in the Province of Livorno, in the Val di Cornia. By car, it can be reached via the SS1 Aurelia (Venturina-Campiglia exit) and the Firenze-Pisa-Livorno highway connected to the coast. The nearest train station is Campiglia Marittima, on the Rome-Pisa-Genoa line, from which the historic centre is a few kilometres away.
Parking and shuttles
During the festival, the historic centre is pedestrianised: parking is available in designated areas on the outskirts of the village. In previous editions, a free shuttle service from Venturina Terme and nearby car parks has been provided. It is recommended to check for updated information on parking and shuttles each year.
Tickets
Admission to the festival is ticketed, with daily passes or subscriptions for all evenings available. Tickets can be purchased online (TicketOne) and at sales points set up at the entrance to the village. Discounts are available for children and residents.
Tips
Wear comfortable shoes for walking through the alleys and stairways of the village, and plan to arrive a little early to choose the shows for your itinerary.
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Where does it take place — ApritiBorgo
Borgo medievale di Campiglia Marittima
Centro storico, 57021 Campiglia Marittima