LemonJazz Festival 2026 kicks off in Sorrento, Italy

The LemonJazz Festival 2026 will be held from 30 July to 1 August at Villa Fiorentino in Sorrento. Organized by the Fondazione Sorrento and overseen by its president Gianluigi Aponte and CEO Gaetano Milano, the three‑day event features a line‑up of Italian and international artists under the artistic direction of Mario Mormone.

Carlo Poddighe opens the festival on Thursday, 30 July with a one‑man show titled “SuperEgo,” performing material from his new album and classic rock pieces. On Friday, 31 July, guitarist‑composer Antonio Onorato joins Brazilian legend Toninho Horta, presenting music from their collaborative album that blends Neapolitan tradition with South‑American sounds. The final evening, Saturday, 1 August, showcases Ray Gelato & The Giants, a well‑known act that promotes Italian folk music abroad. Tickets for most concerts are free, with additional information available through the festival’s website and contact numbers.