Metti una Sera in Villa
The cultural summer at Villa Fiorentino, in the heart of Sorrento
About Metti una Sera in Villa
A summer festival in the garden of Villa Fiorentino
"Metti una sera… in Villa" is the signature event with which the Fondazione Sorrento brightens the summer in the town of Sorrento, in the province of Naples, in the heart of Campania. For nearly three months, the garden and spaces of Villa Fiorentino, located on the central Corso Italia, transform into an open-air theater hosting concerts, recitals, plays, literary meetings, and charity evenings. The formula is simple and well-established: an event every few days, always starting at 8:30 PM, with almost all performances offering free admission.
Classical music, jazz, and Neapolitan song
The program is intentionally eclectic. Alongside classical music concerts and piano recitals, there is space for jazz, singer-songwriter music, the repertoire of Neapolitan song, and forays into international pop music, from 1970s disco to great swing orchestras. It is a schedule designed for a broad audience, blending local residents of the Sorrento Peninsula with Italian and international travelers vacationing on the coast.
Theater, dance, and books
The festival is not just about music: every edition hosts theatrical performances, dance shows curated by local groups, staged readings, and book presentations, often featuring the authors themselves. These moments give the event the character of a true summer cultural salon, where the audience can listen, ask questions, and linger in the villa's garden.
Villa Fiorentino, a landmark of the city
Villa Fiorentino is one of the most recognizable spots in Sorrento: a historic building surrounded by a garden of citrus and Mediterranean plants, it hosts exhibitions curated by the Fondazione Sorrento throughout the year and is just a short walk from the Circumvesuviana station and the historic center. Its location makes it easily accessible on foot from almost all city hotels, which explains the success of a festival born to be accessible to everyone.
A festival with a charitable vocation
Every summer, one or two evenings in the program are organized for charitable purposes, supporting local associations: in these cases, an entry contribution is required, the only exception—along with a few major international concerts—to the rule of free admission. It is a defining trait of the festival, which combines cultural entertainment with civic engagement.
Why it is worth attending
- A rich and varied program with over twenty events distributed from June to September.
- Free admission for almost all shows.
- A historic garden in the center of Sorrento, just minutes from the port and the station.
- An opportunity to discover artists from Campania alongside nationally and internationally renowned names.
- Evening schedule (8:30 PM) perfect after a day at the beach or excursions between the Amalfi Coast, Capri, and Pompeii.
Sorrento in summer, beyond the festival
Those attending an evening at "Metti una sera… in Villa" have a city full of life during the summer months at their disposal: walks along Corso Italia and Piazza Tasso, viewpoints over the Gulf of Naples, wood inlay workshops—a historic Sorrento craft—and local cuisine, from gnocchi alla sorrentina to limoncello produced with the peninsula's PGI lemons. The festival thus fits into a cultural offering that makes Sorrento one of the most popular destinations in Campania for the entire summer season.
Metti una Sera in Villa — edition 2026
Three months of events at Villa Fiorentino
From June 23 to September 12, 2026, the garden of Villa Fiorentino, on Corso Italia in Sorrento, hosts the new edition of "Metti una sera… in Villa." As Gaetano Milano, CEO of the Fondazione Sorrento, noted, the 2026 summer at the villa is dedicated to culture and healthy entertainment, with a rich program that is practically free for the public.
A multidisciplinary program
The schedule alternates concerts, recitals, theater, dance, literary meetings, and food and wine events, ranging from classical music to jazz, from Neapolitan song to contemporary theater. The artists involved come from all over Italy and, in some cases, from abroad, with a calendar designed for both residents and the numerous visitors who choose Sorrento during the summer season.
Hours and access
All events start at 8:30 PM. Admission is free, except for the international concert by Ray Gelato And The Giants and the two charity evenings, for which a contribution is requested. No reservations are required for free events: seats are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
Programme Metti una Sera in Villa 2026
June 2026
- June 23 — Jazz Duo: Michele Carrabba (sax) and Nico Marziliano (piano), tribute to John Coltrane.
- June 27 — "RaccontiAMO – Fiori di Vetro", theatrical performance with Maria Rosaria Selo.
- June 29 — Presentation of the book "Attuare la Costituzione" by Luigi de Magistris.
- June 30 — Suoni del Sud Orchestra: tribute to Domenico Modugno.
July 2026
- July 4 — Meeting "La voce libera delle donne".
- July 7 — Nigun Clarinet Quartet in concert.
- July 10 — "Punto e a Capo" in concert.
- July 14 — Areton in concert.
- July 17 — "Facimme 'e Cunti" with Daniela Ioia and Antimo Casertano, charity evening supporting the RF78 association (paid admission).
- July 18 — "Sussurri del focolare e l'ombra del Munaciello", with the Cathedral Choir directed by Ilena Cafiero.
- July 23 — "Omega & Friends", disco music and international hits from the 70s to the 90s.
- July 30 — Carlo Poddighe in concert.
- July 31 — Antonio Onorato in concert.
August 2026
- August 1 — Ray Gelato And The Giants, international concert (paid admission).
- August 4 — "Suspire d'Ammore" with Elisabetta D'Acunzo, Neapolitan serenades.
- August 8 — Trio Divas in concert.
- August 11 — "Non ti disunire", with Ciro Capano and Gennaro Carbone.
- August 18 — Duo Antonio Barresi and Antonio Nicolaci.
- August 21 — Le Armonie in concert, vocal trio.
- August 22 — Lauro & Gabriele with Michele Maresca, charity evening (paid admission).
September 2026
- September 3 — "Discovery" by Spaziodanza Sorrento, curated by Mariana Gargiulo.
- September 4 — Piano recital by Raffaele D'Angelo, between Schubert and Viennese Romanticism.
- September 4-6 — "Incontri di Vini e Sapori Campani", food and wine event.
- September 11 — "Sonata d'Amore" with Luigi Fracasso and Giuseppe Semeraro, from the story of Robert Schumann and Clara Wieck.
- September 12 — "Sinfonia di Fiabe", multisensory show for families with the most famous melodies from animated and fantasy cinema, curated by the Amici dell'Opera Association.
All shows start at 8:30 PM at Villa Fiorentino. The program is subject to change: it is advisable to check the updated calendar on the Fondazione Sorrento website.
Highlights Metti una Sera in Villa 2026
- Ray Gelato And The Giants on August 1: swing and jazz from across the Channel, the only major international concert on the program.
- Tribute to Domenico Modugno on June 30 with the Suoni del Sud orchestra.
- Jazz opening on June 23 with the John Coltrane tribute by Michele Carrabba and Nico Marziliano.
- Neapolitan song evenings, from "Suspire d'Ammore" on August 4 to the folk atmospheres of the Cathedral Choir.
- Closing for families on September 12 with "Sinfonia di Fiabe", featuring music from animated cinema.
- Two charity evenings (July 17 and August 22) supporting local associations.
Prices Metti una Sera in Villa 2026
Practical information — Metti una Sera in Villa
Where it takes place
Villa Fiorentino, Corso Italia 53, 80067 Sorrento (NA), Campania. The shows are held outdoors in the villa's garden.
How to get there
- By train: Circumvesuviana line Naples–Sorrento, Sorrento terminus, about a 5-minute walk from the villa.
- By car: SS145 Sorrentina from Castellammare di Stabia; paid parking in the center, it is recommended to leave the car and continue on foot.
- By boat: hydrofoils and ferries from the port of Naples, Capri, and Ischia to Marina Piccola, then about a 15-minute walk or shuttle.
- By plane: Naples-Capodichino Airport, connected to Sorrento by direct buses.
Hours and admission
All events start at 8:30 PM. Admission is free for almost all events; a ticket is required for charity evenings and international concerts.
Contacts
Fondazione Sorrento — tel. +39 081 8782284, [email protected], updated program at fondazionesorrento.com.
Tips
Seating is limited and cannot be reserved for free events: it is advisable to arrive a little early. In August, the city is very crowded; it is better to allow extra time for travel.
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Where does it take place — Metti una Sera in Villa
Villa Fiorentino
Corso Italia 53, 80067 Sorrento