Notte Bianca of Vergato

The street party of the Bolognese Apennines

The Notte Bianca di Vergato is one of the most cherished summer events in the Municipality of Vergato, a town in the middle Reno valley in the province of Bologna, in the heart of the Bolognese Apennines in Emilia-Romagna. For one evening, the historic center is pedestrianized and transformed into a large shared space for music, commerce, and socialising, with shops open late and streets enlivened by shows and entertainment.

An open-air town center

The formula of the Notte Bianca is the tried-and-tested one for large street parties: streets closed to traffic become pedestrian paths dotted with stalls, local craft exhibitions, refreshment points, and stages. Along the town's streets, there are concerts and live music, sports performances, entertainment for families, and shows that accompany residents and visitors until late at night.

A showcase for local commerce

The event was created as an evening dedicated to the commerce and craftsmanship of the area. The shops in the center remain open and offer initiatives, special offers, and entertainment, while bars and restaurants set up outdoor seating and refreshment points along the route. It is an opportunity to discover Vergato's businesses and to experience the town in a festive and convivial atmosphere, on one of the longest evenings of the year.

Promoters and context

The event is organised by the Pro Loco of Vergato with the patronage of Confcommercio Ascom Bologna and the Municipality of Vergato, and is part of the rich calendar of White Nights and Street Festivals that liven up Bologna and its province during the summer. For Vergato, it is also a way to network local traders, associations, and the community, on an evening that has marked the start of the summer season in the Reno valley for years.

Why participate

• A summer evening with the historic center entirely pedestrianized
• Concerts and live music along the town's streets
• Shops open late and local craftsmanship
• Refreshment points, street food, and local specialities
• Entertainment, sports performances, and fun for all ages