Music Awards – Verona Arena
The grand celebration of Italian music awarded at the Verona Arena
About Music Awards
Italian Music Awarded at the Arena
The Music Awards are the event that celebrates the successes of Italian music in the spectacular setting of the Verona Arena, the Roman amphitheater in the heart of the Scaliger city. For two consecutive evenings, in Piazza Bra, the great artists of the national scene receive awards and certifications for their achievements, taking turns on stage with live performances.
Twenty Years of Awards and Stars
Founded in 2007, the event has hosted over 600 artists and presented more than 1,000 awards, becoming one of the most anticipated events of the Italian music season. In 2026, the Music Awards celebrate their 20th edition, the twentieth anniversary, confirming their presence at the Verona Arena for the sixteenth time.
Show and Television
The two evenings combine awards ceremonies and exclusive performances in a show also designed for live television broadcast. The protagonists of Italian pop, rap, and singer-songwriter genres take turns on stage in an event that merges the dimension of an award ceremony with that of a concert.
A Symbolic Event for Verona
Hosted in the Arena, Verona's symbolic monument and one of the world's most prestigious stages, the Music Awards represent a nationally significant event for the Veneto city, capable of uniting the public, artists, and the music industry.
Music Awards — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Music Awards celebrates the twentieth anniversary of the event at the Verona Arena, on Friday, September 18, and Saturday, September 19, 2026, starting at 8:30 PM. This marks the sixteenth time the event has been held in the Scaliger amphitheater.
During the two evenings, the stars of Italian music will receive awards and certifications and deliver exclusive performances. The artistic program, including guest artists, will be announced by the organizers in the months leading up to the event.
Programme Music Awards 2026
The complete lineup of artists for the 2026 edition will be announced by the organizers in the months preceding the event. The structure includes:
- Friday, September 18 (8:30 PM) — First evening of awards and live performances at the Verona Arena
- Saturday, September 19 (8:30 PM) — Second evening with awards and exclusive performances by the biggest names in Italian music
Since 2007, the Music Awards have hosted over 600 artists and presented more than 1,000 awards.
Highlights Music Awards 2026
Prices Music Awards 2026
Practical information — Music Awards
How to get there
The Verona Arena is located in Piazza Bra, in the historic center, reachable on foot from Verona Porta Nuova station or by public transport.
When
September 18 and 19, 2026, starting at 8:30 PM.
Tickets
On sale at TicketOne and usual ticket outlets.
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Where does it take place — Music Awards
Arena di Verona
Piazza Bra 1, 37121 Verona