Music Festival

The Music Festival in Altamura

The Music Festival is a grand celebration that, every June 21st, coincides with the summer solstice, transforming squares, courtyards, and gardens across Europe into vibrant, open-air stages. Originally conceived as a European day dedicated to those who make and love music, it is promoted in Italy as a national event involving hundreds of cities, both large and small. In Altamura, in the Province of Bari, the organization is managed by the local Pro Loco (ATA Pro Loco Altamura APS), which curates a program of concerts held in the most evocative corners of the Murgia historic center each year.

A celebration of places and people

The spirit of the event is one of participation and accessibility: it is not a large ticketed event, but a network of gatherings that highlight urban spaces and the bond between music and the community. In Altamura, the festival is deeply connected to the identity of this Murgia city, famous for its Frederickian cathedral, DOP bread, and the prehistoric site of the Altamura Man. Music thus becomes a way to rediscover courtyards, atriums, and green areas, returning them to the citizens for an evening at the start of summer.

Concerts and genres

The Altamura program favors live music in all its forms: from brass band repertoires to solo recitals, and from classical music to contemporary sounds. Over the years, the stage has featured guitarists, wind ensembles, and marching bands, with performances designed for both dedicated enthusiasts and those simply looking for a pleasant summer evening outdoors. Admission to all events is free of charge, in keeping with the philosophy of the Music Festival.

Why attend

• Free concerts in the historic center of Altamura
• A program spread across multiple city locations, from atriums to green spaces
• An informal atmosphere suitable for families and music lovers
• An opportunity to experience the summer solstice through music and Murgia traditions

The Altamura Music Festival is part of the wider Apulian calendar for the event, confirming the cultural vocation of a territory that blends historical heritage with musical vitality.