Quarantenna1 Festival
Radio Antenna 1's music festival closing the Maggio Fioranese in Piazza Ciro Menotti
About Quarantenna1
Quarantenna1 Festival: Radio Antenna 1's music in Fiorano Modenese
The Quarantenna1 Festival is one of the most anticipated music events of the summer in the Municipality of Fiorano Modenese, in the heart of the ceramic district in the province of Modena, in Emilia-Romagna. Born from the initiative of the historic local broadcaster Radio Antenna 1, the festival takes its name from the radio's years of activity: the name formula recalls the milestone of forty years and beyond, and today the event celebrates the station's 49 years of life.
A Big Night in Piazza Ciro Menotti
The festival takes place in the historic center of Fiorano Modenese, with Piazza Ciro Menotti as the main stage and the adjacent streets involved with stages, stalls, and refreshment points. The event runs from late afternoon until the early hours of the morning, with programming alternating live concerts and DJ sets on multiple stages spread throughout the center. Admission is completely free, a choice that has allowed the festival to attract thousands of attendees at each edition.
A Program Featuring Rock, Indie, and International Guests
Over the years, the Quarantenna1 Festival has carved out a precise identity, focusing on a quality musical offering that combines emerging local bands, DJ sets, and internationally renowned artists. The artistic direction favors rock, shoegaze, indie, and singer-songwriter music, with at least one major international headliner on the bill for each edition. This attention to quality has made the festival a benchmark not only for the local audience but also for enthusiasts who come from outside the province.
The Event Closing the Maggio Fioranese
The Quarantenna1 Festival traditionally represents the concluding event of the Maggio Fioranese, the major festival that animates Fiorano Modenese for about a month with concerts, dance, shows, markets, and street food. Now in its twenty-fifth edition in 2026, the Maggio Fioranese is one of the most deeply rooted events in the Modena area, and Quarantenna1 is its musical grand finale, capable of transforming the piazza into a meeting point for the community.
Atmosphere and Territory
In addition to music, the festival offers an opportunity to discover Fiorano Modenese and its territory, a land of ceramics, engines, and Emilian gastronomic excellence. During the evening, there are food and wine stands where you can taste local flavors, in a festive piazza atmosphere that involves all ages. With its combination of quality music, free admission, and a strong connection to the territory, the Quarantenna1 Festival is now an Emilian summer classic.
Quarantenna1 — edition 2026
Quarantenna1 Festival 2026: The Seventh Edition
The 2026 edition of the Quarantenna1 Festival takes place on Saturday, June 20, 2026, in Piazza Ciro Menotti, Fiorano Modenese, from 7:00 PM to 1:30 AM. The evening, with free admission, celebrates 49 years of Radio Antenna 1's activity and is the musical grand finale of Maggio Fioranese, now in its twenty-fifth edition.
The Program
A major international act takes the stage: the historic British shoegaze band Chapterhouse, performing their debut album "Whirlpool" in its entirety 35 years after its release. The English band replaces The Limiñanas, who were initially announced as headliners but were forced to cancel their tour. Also on the bill is a concert by Neoprimitivi and a series of DJ sets and musical groups that will liven up the square until late at night.
Information
Admission is free. Road closures and traffic diversions are planned in the center of Fiorano Modenese for the entire duration of the event.
Programme Quarantenna1 2026
- Chapterhouse (international headliner) — complete performance of the album "Whirlpool" for the 35th anniversary of its release
- Neoprimitivi in concert
- DJ sets and musical groups on the square's stages
Time: from 7:00 PM to 1:30 AM. Location: Piazza Ciro Menotti, Fiorano Modenese.
Highlights Quarantenna1 2026
- International headliner: British band Chapterhouse with the album "Whirlpool" in full
- Concert by Neoprimitivi
- Free admission in Piazza Ciro Menotti
- Grand finale of Maggio Fioranese, XXV edition
- Festival for the 49th anniversary of Radio Antenna 1
Prices Quarantenna1 2026
Practical information — Quarantenna1
Getting There
Fiorano Modenese is located in the province of Modena, in the ceramic district. By car, it can be reached from the A1 (Modena Sud exit) or the A22 Brennero, continuing towards Sassuolo and Fiorano. By train, the reference station is Sassuolo, connected to Modena, from which you can continue by bus or taxi. The nearest airport is Bologna Guglielmo Marconi, about an hour away.
Admission and Hours
Admission to the festival is free. The event takes place in the evening, from late afternoon until the early hours of the morning, in Piazza Ciro Menotti and the surrounding streets. Road closures and traffic diversions are expected in the center during the event: it is advisable to park in the outer areas and reach the square on foot.
Services
There are food and wine stands with local specialties. It is recommended to follow the official channels of Radio Antenna 1 and the Municipality of Fiorano Modenese for the updated program and concert times.
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Where does it take place — Quarantenna1
Piazza Ciro Menotti