I Colori del Borgo

I Colori del Borgo in Moscufo

I Colori del Borgo is a summer live performance festival that brings Moscufo, a Vestine village in the province of Pescara, Abruzzo, to life every year. Established in 2018 by the Cultour Moscufo cultural association, led by Mimmo Ferri, the festival's main stage is the charming Piazza Garibaldi, the heart of the historic centre. Between July and August, the square hosts a series of completely free evenings featuring theatre, music, and comedy.

A festival against depopulation

The stated goal of Cultour Moscufo goes beyond mere entertainment: the festival was created to combat the depopulation of the area's inland communities and to restore opportunities for social interaction to the village's summer nights. Each edition offers a varied programme that alternates between dialect theatre, musical satire, cabaret, and live concerts, with a special focus on artistic quality and local community participation.

The village of Moscufo

Located on the gentle Vestine hills, a short distance from the Pescara coast, the Municipality of Moscufo is known for the Church of Santa Maria del Lago, famous for its 12th-century Romanesque ambo, one of the masterpieces of medieval Abruzzese art. In this setting of stone and tradition, I Colori del Borgo serves as a defining summer event, capable of attracting audiences from neighbouring towns and showcasing the region's heritage.

Music, theatre, and comedy in the square

The festival's programme ranges from rock bands to cover acts, from dialect theatre by local Abruzzese amateur companies to shows by nationally renowned comedians and cabaret artists, as well as singer-songwriter concerts. Evenings generally begin late, between 9:00 PM and 9:30 PM, to take advantage of the cool summer air in the village. The event is made possible thanks to the support of the Fondazione PescarAbruzzo, the Municipality of Moscufo, and the Abruzzo Region.