Every year during the summer months, various music festivals and events enliven the holidays of the many tourists who stay on the island. Concerts in the Basilica or at dawn, major events on the Lungomare Nazario Sauro or at the Parco delle Rose arena: in Grado, you will find concerts and musical events to suit all tastes, from classical music to pop, featuring major Italian and international artists.
Summer 2026 in Grado promises a packed programme of events that will bring some of the leading figures from the worlds of music, entertainment and international culture to the ‘Island of the Sun’. From classical music to opera, from pop to electronic music, right through to comedy and live performances, the programme will offer unique opportunities to enjoy unforgettable evenings in evocative venues such as the Basilica of Saint Euphemia, the Parco delle Rose and the Nazario Sauro Dam.
Stefan Milenkovich and Natalija Mladenović
16 July 2026 – Basilica of Saint Euphemia
Among the most eagerly awaited events of Grado’s cultural summer is the return of violinist Stefan Milenkovich, an internationally renowned artist and now a regular feature on the ‘Musica a 4 Stelle’ programme. Accompanied by pianist Natalija Mladenović, he will present a programme dedicated to some of the most captivating works in the violin repertoire. A concert of the very highest calibre in the evocative setting of the Basilica of Sant’Eufemia.
Free admission subject to availability.
Planet Funk – BLOOOOM European Tour
17 July 2026 – Parco delle Rose Arena
One of Italy’s most internationally acclaimed bands, Planet Funk will bring their highly anticipated BLOOOOM European Tour to Grado. The show will revisit the greatest hits that have marked over twenty-five years of their career, alongside new tracks from their latest album. A concert that blends electronic, dance and rock music with international influences in one of the most popular venues of the Grado summer.
Tickets available on TicketOne.
Nek – HITS LIVE
26 July 2026 – Arena Parco delle Rose
The HITS LIVE tour will stop off in Grado for what is the only concert in Friuli Venezia Giulia. Nek will look back over a career spanning more than thirty years with a set list featuring some of the Italian public’s most beloved songs, from “Laura non c’è” to “Fatti avanti amore”, including “Se io non avessi te”, “Unici” and many other hits that have defined entire generations.
Tickets available on TicketOne.
Antonio Ornano – (In)GRATO
3 August 2026 – Arena Parco delle Rose
Comedian, actor and well-known face on Italian television, Antonio Ornano will bring his new stage show ‘(In)GRATO’ to Grado. A monologue that alternates between comedy, irony and reflection, light-heartedly exploring the contradictions and fragilities of everyday life. An evening dedicated to intelligent laughter and the ability to observe the world with an authentic and engaging perspective.
Tickets available on TicketOne.
Magdi Rúzsa
5 August 2026 – Lungomare Nazario Sauro
Among the international events of the Grado summer, the concert by Magdi Rúzsa – one of Hungary’s most beloved and popular artists – also stands out. A highly successful singer, songwriter and performer, she has captivated millions of audiences across Central Europe throughout her career. Her appearance in Grado is a particularly eagerly awaited event for audiences from Hungary, Austria and neighbouring countries.
Free admission.
Daniela Barcellona
20 August 2026 – Basilica of Saint Euphemia
The Basilica of Saint Euphemia will host a recital by mezzo-soprano Daniela Barcellona, regarded as one of the most distinguished voices on the international opera scene. An artist acclaimed in the world’s most prestigious theatres, from La Scala in Milan to the Metropolitan Opera in New York, she will present a refined programme dedicated to the works of Manuel de Falla, Giuseppe Verdi and Gioachino Rossini.
Free admission subject to availability.
Benji & Fede – Grado Green Live
20 August 2026 – Nazario Sauro Promenade
As part of the Grado Green Live project, dedicated to sustainability and youth participation, the Nazario Sauro Dam will host a free concert by Benji & Fede. The pop duo, who have been at the forefront of Italian music in recent years, will take centre stage at an evening open to all in one of Grado’s most iconic and frequently photographed locations.
Free admission.
Canto Libero – A Tribute to Battisti and Mogol
26 August 2026 – Nazario Sauro Promenade
One of Italy’s most acclaimed tribute shows comes to Grado with a musical journey through the songs that have shaped the history of Italian music. Canto Libero offers a personal and captivating reinterpretation of the repertoire of Lucio Battisti and Mogol, with meticulous arrangements and a production that has been selling out major Italian theatres and squares for years.
Tickets available on TicketOne.
Perpetuum Jazzile
29 August 2026 – Nazario Sauro Embankment
Regarded as one of the world’s most celebrated vocal ensembles, Perpetuum Jazzile returns to Grado with a show that combines technique, energy and creativity. Internationally renowned for their a cappella reinterpretations of major pop, jazz and contemporary hits, they will deliver an engaging and surprising evening in an extraordinary seaside setting.
The summer of 2026 once again confirms Grado as one of the leading destinations for cultural and musical events in the Upper Adriatic, offering a programme that brings together international artists, big names from the Italian scene and unique venues set against a backdrop of sea, history and nature.
Tickets available on TicketPoint.
