Dante Street Festival
Music, street art, sports, and culture in the heart of Tagliacozzo
About Dante Street Festival
A street festival in the heart of the Marsica region
The Dante Street Festival is the summer event that brings Tagliacozzo to life, an elegant village in the Marsica area of the province of L'Aquila, in the heart of Abruzzo. Established in 2023, the festival chose the central Piazza Dante as its main stage, extending along Viale Aldo Moro and into the spaces of the Cortile Tantalo. The initiative is promoted by the Movimenti di Gusto association under the artistic direction of journalist Raffaele Castiglione Morelli, and over the years, it has received the patronage of the Abruzzo Region, the Province of L'Aquila, and the Municipality of Tagliacozzo.
A multidisciplinary program
The festival weaves together different languages over a single weekend: concerts and DJ sets, dance, cinema, visual arts, and street art coexist with moments of cultural reflection. The reference to Dante Alighieri is not just in the name: every edition dedicates space to the figure of the Supreme Poet with lectio magistralis, literary presentations, and contemporary reinterpretations, such as the short film inspired by Paolo and Francesca and Canto V of the Inferno.
- Live music and DJ sets in Piazza Dante, ranging from 80s-90s pop and revival sounds to electronic music nights
- Street art with murals and works created live by local artists
- Talent Show dedicated to young singers and dancers, with a jury of entertainment professionals
- Cultural meetings on Dante, Europe, and inclusion, featuring university professors and entertainment guests
Street sports take center stage
An important part of the festival is dedicated to urban sports, with tournaments open to young people and enthusiasts: street basketball, five-a-side football at the Stadio Luca Poggi, padel at the Oasi di Padel on Via delle Macchie, and street volleyball. The competitions enliven the days and complete the street soul of the event, designed to involve young people and families.
A must-attend event for youth in Tagliacozzo
With its mix of culture, entertainment, and sports, the Dante Street Festival has established itself as one of the most vibrant summer events in the Municipality of Tagliacozzo, capable of attracting artists, young talents, and visitors from all over the Marsica region and beyond. Admission to the events in Piazza Dante is completely free, confirming the popular and participatory vocation of this Abruzzese festival.
Dante Street Festival — edition 2026
Dante Street Festival 2026 — fourth edition
The fourth edition of the Dante Street Festival was held in Tagliacozzo from July 3 to 5, 2026, with Piazza Dante once again serving as the beating heart of the event promoted by the Movimenti di Gusto association and directed by Raffaele Castiglione Morelli.
The program
- Friday, July 3: opening with a lectio magistralis on Canto V of the Inferno by Professor Marcello Ciccuto, presentation of the book "Dante Life Coach" by Giorgia Chiugi; in the evening, concerts by Smoka Sime and Just Orwell, the Dante Street Dance, and the Red Office DJ set
- Saturday, July 4: meeting "Youth for Europe" with the University of Teramo, live performance by Scofield, Myda Dance Academy, and the electronic music Hell Night
- Sunday, July 5: screening of the short film "Paolo & Francesca", a treasure hunt for children, and the final evening of the DSF2026 Talent Show in Piazza Dante
Street basketball, five-a-side football at the Stadio Luca Poggi, padel, and the new street volleyball tournaments were confirmed. All events in Piazza Dante were free of charge.
Programme Dante Street Festival 2026
- Friday, July 3: lectio magistralis on Canto V of the Inferno (Prof. Marcello Ciccuto), presentation of "Dante Life Coach" by Giorgia Chiugi, concerts by Smoka Sime and Just Orwell, Dante Street Dance, Red Office DJ set (Dan and Andrea Serra)
- Saturday, July 4: meeting "Youth for Europe – Europe for Youth" (University of Teramo), talk "What does it mean to become an actor today?" with Greta Ragusa and Manuel Gallese, Scofield live, Myda Dance Academy, Hell Night with Boyz Inda Groove, Max Polline, Andrea Tabacco, and vocals by Luca B
- Sunday, July 5: Alessja DJ set, screening of the short film "Paolo & Francesca", treasure hunt for children, final evening of the DSF2026 Talent Show
- Sports tournaments: street basketball (with Andres Venni), five-a-side football at the Stadio Luca Poggi, padel at the Oasi di Padel, street volleyball (2026 novelty)
Highlights Dante Street Festival 2026
Prices Dante Street Festival 2026
Practical information — Dante Street Festival
How to get there
Tagliacozzo can be reached by car via the A24 Rome-L'Aquila motorway, taking the Tagliacozzo exit, or by train on the Rome-Pescara line (Tagliacozzo station). The heart of the festival is Piazza Dante, in the historic center.
Admission
All events in Piazza Dante are free of charge. Some sports tournaments require prior registration.
Tips
The festival takes place at the beginning of July: comfortable summer clothing is recommended for the outdoor evenings and for attending the sports tournaments in the center.
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Where does it take place — Dante Street Festival
Piazza Dante
Piazza Dante, 67069 Tagliacozzo