The hilly preview of the Straw Bale Arena between nature, music, and storytelling
Acque e Miracoli a Tebano is a multi-sensory event that takes place on the hills of Polo di Tebano, a hilly area on the border between Faenza and the Municipality of Castel Bolognese, in the province of Ravenna, in the heart of Emilia-Romagna. Born as a hilly preview of the Arena delle Balle di Paglia di Cotignola, the festival shares its philosophy: a place where landscape, storytelling, and community come together to create creative experiences immersed in nature.
The program blends different genres and languages over the course of a few summer evenings. The days begin in the late afternoon with guided walks through vineyards, badlands, and sites of geological and naturalistic interest, often accompanied by birdwatching moments. As evening falls, there are talks, concerts, and comedy shows, while the catering service offers local street food and regional wines.
The event is promoted by the Associazione Amici del fiume Senio, in collaboration with the organizers of the Arena delle Balle di Paglia and with the support of local authorities and the Emilia-Romagna Region. The event is part of the Sere d'Estate (Summer Evenings) program, the summer festival of the Municipality of Castel Bolognese, which brings together dozens of events including music, theater, cinema, and culture.
Acque e Miracoli a Tebano is now a well-established event of the Castel Bolognese summer: it combines the enhancement of the hilly landscape and the Senio river with a cultural offering, with a focus on environmental sustainability and the participation of the local community. Each edition revolves around a narrative theme that links walks, music, and gastronomy into a single, widespread experience among the hills.
The 2026 edition of Acque e Miracoli a Tebano is confirmed within the Sere d'Estate 2026 (Summer Evenings 2026) program of Castel Bolognese, which from May to September features over eighty events. The hilly festival will maintain its established format: nature walks, concerts, storytelling moments, and local food and wine on the hills of Polo di Tebano.
Currently, the precise dates and the complete program have not yet been published: as every year, they will be communicated shortly before the event. It is advisable to follow the official channels of the Municipality of Castel Bolognese and the Associazione Amici del fiume Senio to find out the lineup, schedules, and participation details.
Polo di Tebano is located in the hills between Faenza and Castel Bolognese (RA). By car, it can be reached from the Via Emilia (SS9) and from the hilly roads; the nearest train station is Castel Bolognese-Riolo Terme, on the Bologna-Rimini line.
Evening events generally have a free admission (with a symbolic minimum donation), while dedicated dinners and food and wine experiences are paid and require booking. It is advisable to check the procedures and reservations on the official channels of the Municipality of Castel Bolognese and the Associazione Amici del fiume Senio.
Comfortable shoes are recommended for the walks, and a flashlight for the evening return. The event takes place outdoors: it is best to bring a light jacket for the evening.
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