Borderline Rock Fest
The rock and metal festival at Giardino Scotto in Pisa
About Borderline Rock Fest
Borderline Rock Fest: Pisa's Summer of Rock
The Borderline Rock Fest is one of the most anticipated events in Pisa's summer music calendar, right in the heart of Tuscany. Born as the outdoor summer spin-off of the historic Borderline Club—a local landmark for rock and metal fans—the festival brings international bands and local Italian acts to the greenery of the Giardino Scotto every year, transforming the ancient fortress overlooking the Arno River into an open-air stage.
The 2026 Edition: 30th Birthday
The 2026 edition is a special one: titled 30th Birthday, it celebrates thirty years of activity for the Borderline Club, a major milestone for one of the most iconic venues in the Province of Pisa. For the occasion, the festival spans two nights, July 30th and 31st, with a lineup that alternates global rock stars with the best of the Italian scene.
- Thursday, July 30th: An international night featuring two legendary voices, Geoff Tate (the historic voice of Queensrÿche) and Eric Martin (lead singer of Mr. Big), accompanied by their respective bands.
- Friday, July 31st: An all-Italian night, headlined by power metallers Trick or Treat, featuring horror rockers Deathless Legacy, as well as 17 Crash and Rimmar.
A Unique Setting: Giardino Scotto
The festival takes place in the Giardino Scotto, a public park located within the Sangallo Fortress along the Arno River, just a short walk from Pisa's historic center. It is one of the city's most beloved outdoor spaces for summer concerts, perfectly blending the intimate atmosphere of a walled garden with the raw power of live music.
Thirty Years of Rock in Pisa
The festival is promoted by the Borderline Club in collaboration with the Municipality of Pisa, Pisamo, the Fondazione Pisa, and various local partners. More than just a series of concerts, the Borderline Rock Fest is a celebration of a community of enthusiasts who have kept rock and metal culture alive in the city for decades, confirming Pisa as one of Tuscany's capitals for the genre.
Borderline Rock Fest — edition 2026
For its thirtieth anniversary, the Borderline Rock Fest doubles down, offering two nights at the Giardino Scotto in Pisa. July 30th is dedicated to big names in global rock, while July 31st focuses on the best of the Italian hard rock and metal scene. Tickets are available on Ticketone, with a discounted pass for those choosing to attend both nights.
Programme Borderline Rock Fest 2026
Thursday, July 30th — International Night
- Doors open 7:30 PM, show starts 8:00 PM
- Geoff Tate — historic voice of Queensrÿche, with his band
- Eric Martin — voice of Mr. Big, with his band
Friday, July 31st — Italian Night
- Doors open 7:30 PM, show starts 8:00 PM
- Trick or Treat (power metal) — headliner
- Deathless Legacy (horror rock)
- 17 Crash (hard rock)
- Rimmar (prog metal)
Highlights Borderline Rock Fest 2026
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Practical information — Borderline Rock Fest
Getting There
The Giardino Scotto is located along the Lungarno Fibonacci, just a few minutes' walk from Pisa's historic center and the Pisa Centrale train station. Those arriving by car can use parking lots near the center, though using the train is recommended given the central location.
Schedule
Doors open at 7:30 PM, shows start at 8:00 PM.
Tickets
Tickets are available through the Ticketone network. A discounted pass valid for both nights is available.
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Where does it take place — Borderline Rock Fest
Giardino Scotto
Lungarno Leonardo Fibonacci, 56125 Pisa