Ferrara Under the Stars - Benvignante Venue (Argenta)
The Argenta evenings of the longest-running independent music festival in Emilia-Romagna
About Ferrara Under the Stars in Benvignante
A Historic Festival Comes to Argenta
Ferrara Under the Stars is the longest-running independent music festival in Emilia-Romagna: born in the mid-nineties and organized by Arci Ferrara, it has built a solid reputation over the years among fans of curious, independent, and auteur music. While its heart is in the Courtyard of the Este Castle in Ferrara, for some editions the festival has extended its reach to the Municipality of Argenta, in the province of Ferrara, where it chooses a truly unique setting: the Este Delizia of Benvignante, a Renaissance residence commissioned by the Este family and immersed in the countryside of the lower Ferrara region.
The Delizia of Benvignante as a Stage
The Benvignante venue, in the municipal territory of Argenta, offers the festival a different atmosphere from the urban setting of the Castle: open spaces, the silence of the countryside, historic walls, and a starry sky. It is here, in the hamlet of Benvignante along the provincial road that crosses the reclaimed lands of Argenta, that the "out-of-town" evenings of the program are concentrated each summer, designed as more intimate and secluded moments compared to the big city concerts.
A Program Between Italy and the World
The hallmark of Ferrara Under the Stars is a program described by the organizers themselves as "curious, changing, and enterprising": alongside cult Italian artists, there is space for international names from the alternative, folk, world music, and singer-songwriter scenes. The Argenta evenings follow this same philosophy, alternating long-standing bands, auteur projects, and foreign guests on some of their rare Italian dates.
A Project Supported by the Territory
The festival is made possible thanks to the collaboration between Arci Ferrara, the Emilia-Romagna Region, the Municipality of Ferrara, and the Municipality of Argenta. The involvement of the Argenta administration has made it possible to bring the festival's music to the suggestive Benvignante complex, enhancing a historical asset of the territory and offering the public an experience that combines concerts and heritage.
Why It's Worth It
- Unique setting: a Renaissance Este Delizia immersed in the Ferrara countryside.
- Top-tier lineup: Italian and international artists from the independent and auteur scene.
- Intimate atmosphere: outdoor evenings, away from the crowds of major events.
- A festival with thirty years of history, among the most respected of its kind in Italy.
Ferrara Under the Stars in Benvignante — edition 2026
Three Evenings for the Thirtieth Anniversary
In 2026, Ferrara Under the Stars celebrates thirty years of history and chooses the Este Delizia of Benvignante, in Argenta, to host the closing part of its XXX edition. After the evenings in the Courtyard of the Este Castle in Ferrara (July 22-25), the festival moves to the Argenta countryside from July 28 to 30 with three highly anticipated international concerts, confirming the festival's commitment to combining big names and evocative locations.
Programme Ferrara Under the Stars in Benvignante 2026
Tuesday, July 28 — Kings of Convenience
- Este Delizia of Benvignante, Argenta (FE)
- The Norwegian duo formed by Erlend Øye and Eirik Glambek Bøe, masters of acoustic pop with vocal harmonies and guitars, in one of their rare Italian dates. For the occasion, they will be accompanied by a string trio with Tobias Hett (viola), Naomi Berrill (cello), and Davide Bettolini (double bass).
Wednesday, July 29 — Marlene Kuntz
- Este Delizia of Benvignante, Argenta (FE)
- The historic band from Cuneo celebrates thirty years of «Il Vile» (1996), one of their most beloved albums and considered a cornerstone of Italian alternative rock, with sharp guitars and melodies balancing shadow and light.
Thursday, July 30 — Les Négresses Vertes
- Este Delizia of Benvignante, Argenta (FE)
- An icon of French world music, the band closes the festival with a celebratory evening blending acoustic rock, French chanson, and Mediterranean influences.
The three Argenta dates follow the Ferrara evenings in the Courtyard of the Este Castle (July 22 Ministri, July 23 The Notwist, July 25 Emma Nolde) and the spring preview events (Tom Smith in Ferrara, Tortoise in Bologna).
Highlights Ferrara Under the Stars in Benvignante 2026
Prices Ferrara Under the Stars in Benvignante 2026
Practical information — Ferrara Under the Stars in Benvignante
How to Get There
The Este Delizia of Benvignante is located in the Municipality of Argenta (FE), in the locality of Benvignante along the provincial road, southeast of Ferrara. By car, it can be reached from Ferrara by following signs for Argenta; car use is recommended given its countryside location. The reference train station is Argenta, on the Ferrara-Ravenna line, from which a local transfer is then necessary.
Tickets
Tickets for the evenings are available on the official website ferrarasottolestelle.it and on authorized pre-sale circuits like Ticketone. Each date has a separate ticket.
Tips
As these are outdoor concerts in the countryside, comfortable clothing is recommended, and arriving a little early is advised. Ferrara, a UNESCO World Heritage art city, offers numerous accommodation options within a short distance.
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Where does it take place — Ferrara Under the Stars in Benvignante
Delizia Estense di Benvignante
Località Benvignante, SP 65, 44011 Argenta