Bruce Springsteen tribute events draw crowds in Rimini and Nuoro

The 27th edition of the Glory Days festival, dedicated to the music of Bruce Springsteen, has concluded in Rimini, Italy. The event, themed ‘This Land Is Your Land’, drew international attendees from the United States, England, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. A record-breaking crowd attended the closing performances at the Corte degli Agostiniani, featuring artists such as Elliott Murphy, Olivier Durand, and Ward Hayden & The Outliers.

In a related celebration of Springsteen’s influence, the Sardinian tribute band Istirit Band will mark its 10th anniversary with a free concert in Nuoro on September 26, 2026. The performance at Giardino di Nicola will feature classic hits like ‘Born to Run’ and ‘Dancing in the Dark’, alongside two new original tracks, with proceeds supporting the AIL Nuoro-Ogliastra organization.