Metroborgo Festival

A festival that turns a village into a metropolis of culture

The Metroborgo Festival is the flagship event of the Metroborgo MontaltoLab project, born in Montalto delle Marche (province of Ascoli Piceno) thanks to PNRR funds from the Ministry of Culture's "Attractiveness of Villages" call, for which Montalto is a pilot village for the Marche Region. The idea is simple and ambitious: to transform a small historic village in the Marche into a "metro-village," a place where contemporary performing arts dialogue with tradition and project towards the future together with the community.

The second edition: July 26-28, 2026

After its debut in 2025, the festival returns in 2026 from July 26th to 28th with a rich program of seminars, readings, concerts, and poetry theatre. The artistic direction is entrusted to the poet and writer Davide Rondoni, one of the most renowned voices in contemporary Italian poetry, who has been involved in Montalto's cultural initiatives for years. The format intertwines poetic word with live music, performance, and in-depth discussions, bringing new creative energies rooted in the territory to the village.

The announced artists

Among the protagonists of the second edition are singer-songwriter Angelica Bove, expected on July 26th with a stop on her "Tana Tour 2026," actress Iaia Forte, one of the most acclaimed performers in Italian theatre and cinema, and musician Megahertz. Alongside the well-known names, the festival provides space for young poets, musicians, and performers, true to the vocation of the MontaltoLab project to promote emerging talents and involve the community.

A village to discover

The events take place in the historic center of Montalto delle Marche, among the squares, palaces, and courtyards of the village overlooking the Piceno hills. Strolling through the village streets between a reading and a concert is an integral part of the experience: the festival invites visitors to experience the village in a slow and participatory way, discovering its views, flavors, and traditions. Admission to all events is free, a choice that reaffirms the community-based and inclusive nature of the event.

Why it's worth it

• Three days of poetry, music, and contemporary arts in an authentic Marche village.
• Artistic direction by poet Davide Rondoni and nationally recognized names.
• Free admission to all events.
• An opportunity to discover Montalto delle Marche and the Piceno hinterland.