De André Day

An Elba festival dedicated to Faber

De André Day is the event through which Marciana Marina, a small town on the Island of Elba in the province of Livorno, celebrates the artistic legacy of Fabrizio De André every year. Established in the late 1990s, the event has become a staple of the Elba summer: two evenings of free concerts where the voice, lyrics, and social conscience of 'Faber' take center stage among the pastel-colored houses and the small harbor of one of Tuscany's most beloved villages.

Two nights of music under the Elba sky

The heart of the festival lies in its live performances: local bands, soloists, and nationally acclaimed guests take turns on stage to reinterpret the most famous tracks by the Genoese songwriter, from La canzone di Marinella to Bocca di rosa, as well as the albums that defined the history of Italian singer-songwriter music. Alongside the musical reinterpretations, there is space for spoken word and storytelling, with writers and journalists exploring De André's work and philosophy, highlighting not only his artistic dimension but also his poetic and social impact.

A popular and free event

De André Day is organized by the Pro Loco of Marciana Marina with the patronage of the Municipality of Marciana Marina and takes place in the town's historic squares, traditionally Piazza della Chiesa and Piazza Vittorio Emanuele. Admission is free, and performances begin late in the evening when the summer heat mellows—a formula that attracts residents, vacationers, and fans of singer-songwriter music every year.

Marciana Marina and the Island of Elba

Overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, Marciana Marina is one of the smallest municipalities in Italy by area and one of the most characteristic seaside villages on the Island of Elba. The seafront, the historic Torre degli Appiani, and the narrow streets of the Cotone district provide a natural backdrop for the festival, which is part of a summer calendar packed with cultural and musical events. Attending De André Day means combining the discovery of Elba, in the heart of Tuscany, with the music of one of Italy's most beloved authors.

Why it's worth attending

• Two free evenings dedicated to the repertoire of Fabrizio De André.
• Concerts and reinterpretations by local groups and national guests.
• Evocative setting in the squares of an Elba seaside village.
• An event that has combined music, poetry, and social commitment for nearly thirty years.