Castello Scaligero in Villafranca di Verona hosts July concerts by Fiorella Mannoia and The Darkness

The historic Castello Scaligero in Villafranca di Verona staged two notable music events in July 2026. On 24 July, singer Fiorella Mannoia performed at the Villafranca Festival, presenting "Fiorella canta Fabrizio e Ivano: Anime Salve" as a tribute to Italian songwriters Fabrizio De André and Ivano Fossati, marking the 30‑year anniversary of their acclaimed album.

Earlier, on 7 July, the castle hosted a hard‑rock concert that opened with Australian band Airbourne and was followed by The Darkness, who played material from their 2025 album "Dream on Toast" along with classic hits. Both shows attracted audiences from across Italy and abroad.