Cuncertass
Two days of independent music, work, and rights at the Cooperativa Sant'Antonio in Piacenza
About Cuncertass
Cuncertass, the Piacenza independent music festival
Cuncertass is one of the most established events in the independent music scene of the Municipality of Piacenza, in Emilia-Romagna. Every year, between April 30th and May 1st, the courtyard of the Cooperativa Sant'Antonio, on Via Emilia Pavese 238, transforms into a large shared space where bands, singer-songwriters, emerging groups, and DJ sets alternate for over ten hours of non-stop music. The event, free and open to all, attracts an audience that comes not only from the city but from various provinces of the Po Valley.
A festival born in 2004
The first edition of Cuncertass dates back to 2004: since then, the festival has grown to become a reference point for those seeking live music far from the major commercial circuits. The name itself, in Piacenza dialect, evokes the idea of a popular and collective big concert. Over the years, various genres have alternated, from rock to punk, from electronic to singer-songwriter, through funk, ska, and psychedelia, always with a particular focus on emerging local artists.
Music, work, and rights
Cuncertass is the concluding event of Piacenza Collettiva, the week of initiatives organized by CGIL, Arci, and ANPI Piacenza which, from April 25th to May 1st, celebrates the Resistance, Liberation, and Labor Day. For this reason, music is accompanied by moments of discussion: talks, podcasts, and debate spaces on work, culture, and rights, curated by local journalists and professionals. The festival takes place immediately after the May 1st parade, extending the day dedicated to the world of work in a cultural key.
Two stages and over twenty live acts
The organization, entrusted to the Camera del Lavoro CGIL and Arci of Piacenza with the contribution of numerous volunteers, sets up two stages designed as a single long shared space, under the artistic direction of Pietro Corvi. The lineup usually exceeds twenty performances including concerts and DJ sets, with local bands and special guests. There are also open kitchens, grills, bars, and taps, with vegetarian options, to enjoy the festival from afternoon until late at night.
A popular and identity-building event
More than just a festival, Cuncertass is a collective experience that blends music, relationships, and community. The setting of the Cooperativa Sant'Antonio, a historic space in the neighborhood, makes it an event deeply linked to the popular identity of Piacenza and capable, from edition to edition, of renewing its audience while maintaining the original spirit intact.
Cuncertass — edition 2026
Cuncertass 2026, the 18th edition
The 2026 edition of Cuncertass was held on April 30th and May 1st at the Cooperativa Sant'Antonio in Piacenza, featuring over 26 concerts and DJ sets spread across two stages configured as a single long shared space. The artistic direction was entrusted to Pietro Corvi, while the talk and podcast spaces were curated by journalist Mattia Motta.
The day of April 30th started at 6 PM, with live performances from 7 PM; on May 1st, the music began at 12:30 PM and continued for over ten hours without interruption. Among the announced artists were Elli De Mon, Edoardo Cerea, Baritoprince Orchestra, Astralyth, Motosega Funk, and numerous emerging local acts, with DJ sets by Planeta and an after-party by Psicadelica.
Free entry, kitchens (including vegetarian options), grills, and bars were confirmed to be open throughout. The festival concluded the Piacenza Collettiva week, organized by CGIL, Arci, and ANPI in the spirit of Resistance, Liberation, and Labor Day.
Programme Cuncertass 2026
Two-day festival with two stages, over 26 live acts and DJ sets.
- April 30th from 6 PM (live from 7 PM): artists included I Marco, Reverie, Edoardo Cerea, What Is Grid, Locksover, Baritoprince Orchestra, Marek De Vann, special guest Elli De Mon, DJ/live-set Planeta.
- May 1st from 12:30 PM: over fifteen live acts including The Chains, Astralyth, Giovanni Baiardi, Kalth, Motosega Funk, Mean Frequency, Kokadame, guest Cut, after-party by Psicadelica.
Highlights Cuncertass 2026
- Over 26 live acts and DJ sets on two stages
- Special guests Elli De Mon and Cut
- Talks and podcasts on work and rights curated by Mattia Motta
- Artistic direction by Pietro Corvi
- Open kitchens, grills, and bars, vegetarian options
Prices Cuncertass 2026
Practical information — Cuncertass
Getting there
The Cooperativa Sant'Antonio is located at Via Emilia Pavese 238, in Piacenza. It is easily reachable by car from the Via Emilia; those arriving by train can use the Piacenza station and continue with urban transport or a taxi.
Admission and times
Admission is free. The festival takes place on April 30th from the evening and continues on May 1st from early afternoon until late at night, with non-stop music. Kitchens, grills, and bars are open throughout the event, with vegetarian options available.
Tips
As it is an outdoor event, comfortable clothing suitable for the still cool early May evenings is recommended.
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Where does it take place — Cuncertass
Cooperativa Sant'Antonio
Via Emilia Pavese 238, 29121 Piacenza