MigiNoir — Literary Festival of Mystery and Noir
Three evenings dedicated to mystery and noir in the cloister of Medicina
About MigiNoir
The Mystery and Noir Festival in Medicina
In the heart of the Bolognese plain, MigiNoir is the literary review that every June brings some of the most interesting voices of Italian mystery and noir novels to Medicina, a municipality in the province of Bologna in Emilia-Romagna. The festival takes place in the evocative cloister of the Palazzo Comunale, at Via Libertà 103, a secluded space that is perfectly suited for book presentations, author meetings, and evening readings under the stars.
Three Evenings Under the Stars
MigiNoir's formula is simple and effective: three evening events, all at 9 PM and with free admission, spread throughout June. Each evening has its own theme — from young adult fiction to mysteries rooted in the Emilia-Romagna region — and focuses on the dialogue between writers and the public. In case of bad weather, the meetings move indoors, ensuring the program still takes place.
Noir and the Emilia Region
Emilia-Romagna is one of the cradles of contemporary Italian mystery fiction: some of the genre's most beloved names have passed through Bologna, and MigiNoir fits into this tradition by highlighting the connection between crime fiction and the places where it comes to life. It's no coincidence that one of the evenings is dedicated specifically to "Emilia-Romagnolo mystery" and the relationship between the author and their territory.
An Event for the Whole Community
Promoted by the Municipality of Medicina and included in the Bologna Estate program, MigiNoir is an event designed for the community: free, accessible, and capable of drawing both passionate readers and families to the square. Recent editions have featured established writers and a section dedicated to younger audiences, confirming a festival that grows year by year while maintaining its intimate, small-town character.
- Where: Cloister of the Palazzo Comunale, Via Libertà 103, Medicina (BO)
- When: Three evenings in June, always at 9 PM
- Admission: Free, no reservation required
MigiNoir — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of MigiNoir confirms its formula of three free evenings in Medicina, with meetings always at 9 PM. The festival is promoted by the Municipality of Medicina in collaboration with Il Mosaico Cooperativa and with the contribution of Morlini Macchine, as part of the Bologna Estate 2026 program.
The heart of the review is once again the cloister of the Palazzo Comunale, with one evening exceptionally hosted in Piazza Garibaldi to welcome the large audience expected for Carlo Lucarelli.
Programme MigiNoir 2026
Thursday, June 4 — 9 PM
MigiNoir young: A Pelledoca Evening — Cloister of the Palazzo Comunale
- Francesco Bedini presents Brace
- Chiara Cacco presents 7 minuti
- Moderated by Arianna Di Pietro
Tuesday, June 9 — 9 PM
Fairy Tales That Scare Children — Piazza Garibaldi
- Written and told by Carlo Lucarelli
- Live music by Vittorio Bonetti
- Narrated by Mauro Marani
Tuesday, June 16 — 9 PM
Closing Evening — Cloister of the Palazzo Comunale
- Lorena Lusetti presents Streghe (I gialli Damster)
- Patrick Fogli presents Le chiavi di casa
- Moderated by Libreria Biblion
Highlights MigiNoir 2026
Prices MigiNoir 2026
Practical information — MigiNoir
How to Get There
Medicina is located about 30 km east of Bologna. By car, it can be reached via Via San Vitale (SS253) or the A14 motorway (Castel San Pietro Terme exit). By train, Medicina station is served by the Bologna–Portomaggiore line managed by Tper.
Venue
The meetings are held in the cloister of the Palazzo Comunale, at Via Libertà 103. In case of bad weather, the evenings will be moved to an indoor hall (Sala Auditorium at Via Pillio 1 or municipal halls).
Admission and Reservations
All events are free admission and no reservation is required. For information: URP of the Municipality of Medicina, [email protected].
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Where does it take place — MigiNoir
Chiostro del Palazzo Comunale
Via Libertà 103, 40059 Medicina