Marea di Liscio

Marea di Liscio: the dancing heart of the Romagnol summer

Marea di Liscio is one of the most anticipated new events of summer 2026 in Bellaria-Igea Marina, in the Province of Rimini, in the heart of the Emilia-Romagna coast. It is a review entirely dedicated to Romagnol folk dance, promoted by Fondazione Verdeblu in collaboration with Centro Sociale Alta Marea APS, one of the most rooted community organizations in the municipality.

Mazurka, waltz, and polka: the tradition that makes you dance

Folk dance is not just music: it is a shared language, a form of sociality that has united generations in Romagna for over a century. The notes of the accordion, clarinet, and saxophone accompany waltzes, mazurkas, and polkas in dance evenings that transform the dance floor into a meeting place. Marea di Liscio brings this tradition throughout the summer season, with a calendar of events spread from July 1st to August 26th, 2026.

A heritage looking towards UNESCO

The review is born at a particular moment for Romagnol culture: folk dance is indeed a candidate for recognition as UNESCO intangible cultural heritage of humanity, thanks to the shared work between Municipalities, associations, and the Emilia-Romagna Region. Marea di Liscio is part of this valorization process, helping to pass down a legacy that tells the most authentic identity of the territory.

Who is it for

The initiative is aimed at a broad, intergenerational audience:

• enthusiasts of folk dance and partner dancing;
• families and grandparents who want to share a moment of celebration;
• tourists curious to discover one of the most vibrant traditions of the Romagnol Riviera;
• anyone who wants to spend a summer evening with live music and good company.

In the context of Bellaria-Igea Marina's summer

Marea di Liscio is part of the rich summer program of the Municipality of Bellaria-Igea Marina, which every year offers dozens of events including concerts, fireworks displays, sports events, and family-friendly reviews. The event contributes to enriching the locality's cultural offerings, complementing a seaside vacation with an authentic experience linked to the roots of Romagna.