Sport in Centro
Two days of free sports for all ages at Parco Rodari
About Sport in Centro
Sport Comes to Casalecchio di Reno
Every year, Parco Rodari in Casalecchio di Reno, in the metropolitan city of Bologna, transforms into a large open-air gym to host Sport in Centro, the event that the Municipality dedicates to promoting physical activity and togetherness. In the park's multi-purpose area, for two full days, local sports clubs set up their stands and open their disciplines to anyone who wants to try them, for free and without booking.
Many Disciplines to Try
The beauty of Sport in Centro is its variety: from the grace of skating and dance to the millennia-old harmony of Tai Chi and Aikido, from the rhythm of Nordic Walking to the adrenaline of sport climbing on the equipped wall. And also orienteering, badminton, line and square dance, mini basketball, judo, martial arts, and football. Each stand offers trials and demonstrations guided by the associations' instructors, designed for all ages, from the youngest to adults.
Local Associations
The event is born from the collaboration between the Municipality of Casalecchio di Reno and local sports organizations, including Polisportiva Masi, Polisportiva CSI Casalecchio di Reno, Western Academy, Winning Club, and Casalecchio 1921. There is also the supportive presence of AVIS Casalecchio di Reno and a refreshment area to accompany the activities with a convivial moment.
Music and Socializing
The days don't end with sports: in the evening, the park comes alive with concerts by emerging bands from the area, a stage dedicated to young local musicians that transforms the event into a community celebration. Sport in Centro is part of A Mente Fresca, the summer event program promoted by the municipal administration to enjoy the city's public spaces.
An Event for the Whole Community
Free and accessible, Sport in Centro is much more than a sports showcase: it's an invitation to all citizens of Casalecchio di Reno and the surrounding Bologna area to rediscover movement, get to know the local sports clubs, and spend a weekend outdoors in one of the city's most beloved parks.
Sport in Centro — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of Sport in Centro took place on Friday, May 29th, and Saturday, May 30th, in the multi-purpose area of Parco Rodari in Casalecchio di Reno, with the novelty of moving from September to May. Two days of free sports for all ages, enlivened by the local sports clubs and associations, with open trials, exhibitions, and evening musical performances. The initiative was part of A Mente Fresca, the municipality's summer event program.
Programme Sport in Centro 2026
Disciplines on Program
Over the two days, sports club stands offered free trials and demonstrations of numerous disciplines:
- Sport climbing on the equipped wall
- Skating and dance
- Orienteering and Nordic Walking
- Badminton, line and square dance
- Mini basketball and football
- Judo, martial arts, Tai Chi, and Aikido
Associations
Polisportiva Masi, Polisportiva CSI Casalecchio di Reno, Western Academy, Winning Club, and Casalecchio 1921 enlivened the event, with the presence of AVIS Casalecchio di Reno and the association Esecreando for the musical part.
Evening Concerts
Closing the days were concerts by emerging local bands: Axtaria, Strike in void, The Double, Too close, 3emmezzo, and Pecorazzi di pianura.
Highlights Sport in Centro 2026
Prices Sport in Centro 2026
Practical information — Sport in Centro
Where
Multi-purpose area of Parco Rodari, Casalecchio di Reno (BO), in Emilia-Romagna. The park is easily reachable on foot from the city center.
How to get there
By car: Casalecchio exit of the ring road/A1 motorway, with nearby parking. By train: Casalecchio di Reno or Casalecchio Garibaldi station on the Bologna-Porretta line. By bus: TPER lines from Bologna.
Costs
Free entry and sports trials, open to everyone.
Information
For the updated program, consult the website of the Municipality of Casalecchio di Reno.
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Parco Rodari - area polivalente
Via Marco Celio 2, 40033 Casalecchio di Reno