Romantic Night in the Most Beautiful Villages of Italy
Edition 2026 Music Folk Heritage

Romantic Night in the Most Beautiful Villages of Italy

The national event dedicated to love in the Marsican village of Tagliacozzo

Tagliacozzo — L'Aquila (066) Since 2016
Dates 20 Jun โ€” 20 Jun 2026
Location Tagliacozzo (066)
Prices Free
Status Finished

About Romantic Night

On the night closest to the summer solstice, Tagliacozzo lights up with love for the Romantic Night in the Most Beautiful Villages of Italy. The squares, alleys, and corners of this historic Marsican town host musical stages, art installations, the Bench of Love, a craft market, and entertainment for all ages. A widespread, free event that blends culture, tradition, and romance in one of the most evocative villages in Abruzzo, in the province of L'Aquila.

Romantic Night in Tagliacozzo

The Romantic Night in the Most Beautiful Villages of Italy is a national event promoted by the I Borghi piรน belli d'Italia association. On the Saturday closest to the summer solstice, it transforms the historic centers of participating villages into romantic, love-themed settings. In Tagliacozzo, a stunning village in the Marsica region of the province of L'Aquila, the festival brings squares and alleys to life with live music, light installations, and shared moments, drawing couples, families, and visitors from across Abruzzo.

A village glowing with love

The heart of the event is the historic center of Tagliacozzo, with its monumental squares: Piazza dell'Obelisco, Piazza Duca degli Abruzzi, Piazza Argoli, and Piazzale Municipio. The evening comes alive in the late afternoon and continues until late at night, featuring musical stages, open-air performances, craft markets, and activities designed for children.

The atmosphere of the evening

  • The Bench of Love, set up in Piazza Argoli, a symbolic spot for photos and memories.
  • The craft market, featuring local creators and artisans.
  • Musical stages, filling the village with romantic notes and charm.
  • Shows and entertainment for children, ensuring a festival for all ages.
  • Restaurants, bars, and local businesses offering themed menus and a convivial atmosphere.

Tagliacozzo and the Marsica region

Nestled at the foot of Monte Aurunzo, along the historic road connecting Rome to the interior of Abruzzo, Tagliacozzo is famous for its elegant medieval and Renaissance center, Piazza dell'Obelisco, and the Teatro Talia. As part of the Most Beautiful Villages of Italy network, the town in the Abruzzo Region celebrates one of its most popular summer evenings during the Romantic Night, showcasing the village's identity and the community's deep bond with its heritage.

Romantic Night โ€” edition 2026

The 2026 edition of the Romantic Night in Tagliacozzo took place on Saturday, June 20, with the national theme "Love for the villages, our memories, and the bond that unites us." The historic Marsican center hosted the Bench of Love, a craft market, children's entertainment, the "Look out the window, my love" performance, and musical stages, in a widespread, free evening dedicated to love.

On Saturday, June 20, 2026, Tagliacozzo hosted the Romantic Night in the Most Beautiful Villages of Italy under the theme "Love for the villages, our memories, and the bond that unites us." The evening began at 4:00 PM with the setup of the Bench of Love in Piazza Argoli and the opening of the craft market in Piazza Duca degli Abruzzi. From 5:30 PM, Piazzale Municipio hosted entertainment and shows for children by Metamorfosi.

The highlight occurred at 7:30 PM in Piazza dell'Obelisco with "Look out the window, my love", an open-air performance from the balconies of the historic center, created by the Maxima Entropia Cultural Association and OndeRadioRecords, featuring Mauro Mengali and Antonella Bucci. From 9:00 PM, musical stages animated Piazza Duca degli Abruzzi, while local restaurants and bars offered themed culinary experiences.

Programme Romantic Night 2026

Program for Saturday, June 20, 2026

  • 16:00 โ€“ Piazza Argoli: Setup of the Bench of Love, for photos and memories
  • 16:00 โ€“ Piazza Duca degli Abruzzi: Opening of the craft market with local creators
  • 17:30 โ€“ Piazzale Municipio: Entertainment and shows for children by Metamorfosi
  • 19:30 โ€“ Piazza dell'Obelisco: "Look out the window, my love", balcony performance with Maxima Entropia, OndeRadioRecords, Mauro Mengali, and Antonella Bucci
  • 21:00 โ€“ Piazza Duca degli Abruzzi: Musical stages with romantic atmospheres

Highlights Romantic Night 2026

Theme "Love for the villages, our memories, and the bond that unites us"; the "Look out the window, my love" balcony performance with Mauro Mengali and Antonella Bucci; the Bench of Love; musical stages in the historic center.

Prices Romantic Night 2026

Widespread event with free admission. Gastronomic offerings at restaurants and bars are for purchase.

Practical information — Romantic Night

Getting there

Tagliacozzo can be reached by car via the A25 Rome-Pescara motorway (Tagliacozzo exit). The Tagliacozzo train station is on the Rome-Pescara/Avezzano line.

Admission

The event takes place throughout the historic center and is free to attend. Gastronomic offerings at restaurants and bars are available for purchase according to individual menus.

Contacts

I Borghi piรน belli d'Italia Association, tel. +39 06 89062153, [email protected]. Information is also available at the Municipality of Tagliacozzo.

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Where does it take place โ€” Romantic Night

Centro storico di Tagliacozzo

Contact Romantic Night

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+39 06 89062153

Romantic Night in brief

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