Massa Summer Festival
The summer program of the Municipality of Massa, spanning from Piazza Aranci to the coast of Marina
About Massa Summer Festival
The summer of events in Massa
Every year, from the beginning of June until the threshold of autumn, the Municipality of Massa gathers its entire summer program under one banner: the Massa Summer Festival. It is a packed calendar that transforms the capital of the province of Massa-Carrara, in Tuscany, into a widespread stage. Free shows and major ticketed events alternate between the historic center, the coast of Marina di Massa, and the numerous local districts, engaging audiences of all ages.
Piazza Aranci, the heart of the big names
The city's living room, the elegant Piazza Aranci at the foot of the Ducal Palace, hosts the series of concerts and shows of national appeal. Here, pop music artists, symphonic tributes dedicated to great international bands, comedians, and stars of Italian theater and television take the stage. It is the go-to destination for those seeking the highlight events of the Massa summer, from family concerts to author monologues, and the major tours that close the season at the end of September.
Marina di Massa and the coast
On the coastline, Marina di Massa offers evenings of music, DJ sets, the traditional 'Notte delle Stelle' (Night of the Stars), and the unmissable fireworks display in mid-August. The Beach Arena in Partaccia also hosts stops for touring events dedicated to younger audiences, with music and entertainment continuing late into the night.
Palcoscenici Stellati: the free festival
The cultural soul of the city's summer, Palcoscenici Stellati is a series of free performances organized by the Municipality of Massa, featuring music, dance, and theater. It is divided into several sections that touch Villa Rinchiostra, Villa Cuturi, and Piazza Betti in Marina, as well as the districts of Borgo del Ponte, Mirteto, Bergiola, Forno, Ronchi, San Carlo, and Canevara: 'La Via Lattea' for music, dance, and theater; 'Il Teatro Prêt-à-Porter' in the villages and on the coast; 'La Costellazione di Orione' for children; and 'Librisì sotto le stelle' with aloud readings and workshops for families.
A program for the whole family
The strength of the Massa Summer Festival lies in its variety: alongside big-name concerts, you will find comedy shows, children's theater, circus acts, fire performances, creative workshops, and candlelight evenings. It is a comprehensive cultural offering that tells the story of the identity of Massa and the entire Apuan Riviera, where the sea of the Apuan Alps meets the great tradition of live performance.
Massa Summer Festival — edition 2026
The Massa Summer Festival 2026 opens on June 13 and closes on September 24 with the grand concert by Gianni Morandi. The program, presented by the Municipality of Massa in May 2026, alternates major ticketed events at Piazza Aranci with the free shows of the Palcoscenici Stellati series, distributed between the center, the coast of Marina di Massa, and the local districts.
Among the protagonists of the summer are names from Italian music, theater, and television, as well as numerous symphonic tributes dedicated to great international bands. A proposal designed to engage all ages, from children to pop music enthusiasts.
Programme Massa Summer Festival 2026
Piazza Aranci — Massa
- June 27 — White Night 'Voglia di tornare negli Anni '90'
- July 5 — 'Un'estate favolosa' with Carolina Benvenga (family show)
- July 13 — Gaia in concert
- July 16 — Frida Bollani Magoni and Paolo Jannacci
- July 17 — 'Lucio Battisti. Emozioni' with Cesare Bocci and the Trio Saverio Mercadante (free entry)
- July 19 — Symphonic Tribute to Michael Jackson
- July 28 — Santi Francesi in concert
- July 31 — 'Baby Sitter' with Paolo Ruffini
- August 1 — Queen Rhapsody (tribute)
- August 8 — 'Teen Dreams' (musical event for young people)
- August 11 — Pink Floyd History (tribute)
- August 29 — Film scores by John Williams with the Ensemble Symphony Orchestra conducted by Maestro Giacomo Loprieno
- August 30 — Cristina D'Avena and Gem Boy
- September 12 — 'È questa la vita che sognavo da bambino' with Luca Argentero (directed by Edoardo Leo)
- September 24 — Gianni Morandi, 'C'era un ragazzo' tour stop (9:00 PM)
Marina di Massa and coast
- July 10 — Musical project by Vincenzo Viscardi
- August 1-2 — Vertical Summer Tour Radio Deejay, Beach Arena della Partaccia
- August 10 — Night of the Stars
- August 12 — Disco Mania
- August 23 — Fireworks with DJ set
Palcoscenici Stellati (free entry)
Music, dance, and theater performances at Villa Rinchiostra, Villa Cuturi, and Piazza Betti in Marina, and in the districts of Borgo del Ponte, Mirteto, Bergiola, Forno, Ronchi, San Carlo, and Canevara. Includes the 'Librisì sotto le stelle' section with readings and family workshops (July 3, 15, 17, 24, August 5) and shows with the Florence Chamber Orchestra and Stefano Fresi.
Highlights Massa Summer Festival 2026
Prices Massa Summer Festival 2026
Practical information — Massa Summer Festival
Where
Events take place in Massa (ZIP 54100), in the province of Massa-Carrara: Piazza Aranci in the historic center, Villa Rinchiostra, and on the coast at Marina di Massa (Villa Cuturi, Piazza Betti, Beach Arena della Partaccia), as well as in the surrounding districts.
How to get there
By train: Massa Centro station on the Tyrrhenian line, just a few minutes from the center. By car: Massa exit on the A12 Genoa-Livorno motorway. Marina di Massa is connected to the center by urban bus lines.
Tickets
Shows in the 'Palcoscenici Stellati' series are free to attend. Major concerts at Piazza Aranci and ticketed events can be booked via TicketOne and official channels.
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Where does it take place — Massa Summer Festival
Piazza Aranci
Piazza Aranci, 54100 Massa