Italian music festivals announce August 2026 lineups

A series of alternative and independent music festivals are scheduled across Italy for August 2026.

Radio Onda d’Urto will host performances by 99 Posse, Asian Dub Foundation, Casino Royale, and Marlene Kuntz, highlighting 1990s alternative music and social engagement.

Bay Fest in Bellaria-Igea Marina features a lineup including The Get Up Kids, Dropkick Murphys, and Therapy?, as part of a lead-up to the 50th anniversary of punk in 2027.

Other notable events include the Color Fest in Lamezia Terme featuring Apparat and C’mon Tigre, and a performance by Thundercat in Locorotondo.