Sugar is Back

Sugar is Back: the return of the Sugar Reef legend in Capoliveri

Every summer, in the heart of the village of Capoliveri, in the province of Livorno on the Island of Elba, the picturesque Piazza Matteotti transforms into an open-air stage. This is where Sugar is Back comes to life, the music festival that offers three nights of live soul, blues, funk, and black music every June, with free admission.

A tribute to the historic Sugar Reef

The event was created to celebrate Sugar Reef, the historic and unforgettable club that for generations literally wrote the history of the nightlife, music, and social scene of the Island of Elba. For the many who experienced its seasons, Sugar is Back is a true leap back in time: a way to bring the atmosphere, rhythm, and emotion of a place etched into the island's collective memory back to the square.

International soul and funk voices

The strength of the festival lies in its lineup, which brings international artists and bands to Capoliveri. It ranges from original blues to nineties funk, up to the great female voices of soul and black music. These are not just concerts, but collective experiences where, as the 2026 edition presentation states, "you can feel the rhythm under your skin."

Capoliveri, a natural stage

Capoliveri is one of the most beloved villages on the Island of Elba, with its narrow alleys, panoramic terraces, and a lively tradition of summer events. Hosting Sugar is Back in the central Piazza Matteotti means combining quality music with the charm of a town that becomes one of the beating hearts of Elban nightlife in summer. An evening at the festival is also the perfect opportunity to discover the village, its venues, and the typical hospitality of the Tuscan islands.

Who is the festival for?

• For those who cherish nostalgic memories of nights at the Sugar Reef.
• For lovers of soul, blues, funk, and black music.
• For young people and those seeking the overwhelming summer energy of Capoliveri.
• For tourists vacationing on Elba who want to experience the village after sunset.

With its free admission format and the setting of Piazza Matteotti, Sugar is Back confirms itself as one of the most anticipated events of the Elban June, capable of attracting a diverse audience and keeping the memory of an important piece of Capoliveri's and the entire Island of Elba's history alive.