Music Festival
The Banda Romagnoli and the voices of the village in Piazza XX Settembre, in the heart of Lazio
About Contigliano Music Festival
The Music Festival arrives in Contigliano
The Music Festival is a widespread event that, every summer around the solstice of June 21st, lights up squares and historic centers across Italy and Europe. Contigliano, a village in the province of Rieti in the heart of Lazio overlooking the scenic Valle Santa reatina, also joins this great musical network, bringing the festivities to the streets of its historic center.
The heart of the event is Piazza XX Settembre, the most welcoming and characteristic square in Contigliano Alta, which transforms into an open-air stage for the occasion. The event, promoted by the Municipality of Contigliano, confirms the town's commitment to intertwining music, tradition, and community life.
The Banda Romagnoli Concert
The star of the festival is the Banda Musicale Romagnoli Aps, a historic local ensemble that returns to the square with a program specifically designed for the village audience. Under the direction of maestro Mauro Valeriani, the band performs a selection of marches by European composers, featuring light and upbeat pieces designed to engage spectators of all ages. It is the band repertoire in its most festive and popular form, which has always accompanied community gatherings in Italy.
"The Voice of the Places": Music and Community
The 2026 edition is titled "The Voice of the Places" and goes beyond just the concert. Following the band's performance, journalist Sabrina Vecchi leads a conversation with individuals who, in various ways, are committed to promoting the village or have chosen the historic center as their place to live and work. It is a way to give a voice to the places themselves and those who inhabit them, reflecting together on the culture, memory, and future of the village.
Contigliano in Celebration, in the Heart of Lazio
The Music Festival is part of the "Contigliano in festa 2026" series, promoted by the Municipality and funded by the Lazio Region, a project designed to activate culture, nature, and community in the heart of Lazio. Along with other summer events in Contigliano, the festival helps keep the historic center alive and tells the story of a territory that blends landscape, history, and hospitality.
Why Attend
- An open-air band concert with free admission, suitable for families and visitors.
- The unique setting of Piazza XX Settembre in the medieval village of Contigliano Alta.
- The authentic atmosphere of a community festival, featuring music and local stories.
- The opportunity to discover the Valle Santa reatina and its villages during one of the most beautiful evenings of the summer.
Contigliano Music Festival — edition 2026
2026 Edition: "The Voice of the Places"
On Saturday, June 20, 2026, starting at 6:30 PM, Piazza XX Settembre hosted the Contigliano Music Festival. The Banda Musicale Romagnoli Aps, conducted by maestro Mauro Valeriani, performed a setlist of marches by European composers, along with light and upbeat pieces designed for the village square.
The concert was followed by the conversation "The Voice of the Places," moderated by journalist Sabrina Vecchi, featuring guests committed to the promotion of the town, including Enrico Stazi (president of the Contigliano Centro Storico 5.0 association), historian Roberto Lorenzetti, and chef Carlotta Delicato.
Programme Contigliano Music Festival 2026
Program
- 6:30 PM — Concert by the Banda Musicale Romagnoli Aps in Piazza XX Settembre, conducted by maestro Mauro Valeriani: marches by European composers and upbeat pieces.
- Following — "The Voice of the Places": conversation moderated by journalist Sabrina Vecchi with guests active in the promotion of the village (including Enrico Stazi, historian Roberto Lorenzetti, and chef Carlotta Delicato).
Highlights Contigliano Music Festival 2026
- Open-air band concert by the Banda Romagnoli conducted by Mauro Valeriani.
- The "The Voice of the Places" format featuring a dialogue on community and the historic center.
- Setting of Piazza XX Settembre in Contigliano Alta.
- Free admission event as part of "Contigliano in festa 2026".
Prices Contigliano Music Festival 2026
Practical information — Contigliano Music Festival
How to get there
Contigliano is located in the province of Rieti, in Lazio. By car, it can be reached via the Rieti-Terni highway, taking the exit for Contigliano; from Rome, take the Via Salaria to Rieti and continue westward. The nearest train station is in Rieti, which is served by local bus lines. The event takes place in Piazza XX Settembre, in the historic center of Contigliano Alta.
Admission and Hours
Admission is free. The Banda Romagnoli concert is scheduled for the late afternoon, starting at 6:30 PM.
Tips
The historic center of Contigliano Alta features sloping streets and cobblestones: comfortable footwear is recommended. In the surrounding area, you can visit the villages of the Valle Santa reatina and the local Franciscan sanctuaries.
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Where does it take place — Contigliano Music Festival
Piazza XX Settembre
Piazza XX Settembre, 02043 Contigliano