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From 8 to 14 July 2026, in the countryside of Cotignola, a few kilometres from Ravenna, the Arena delle Balle di Paglia, one of the most original cultural events in Emilia-Romagna, returns.
Built every year in the evocative floodplain of the River Senio, at the point where it meets the Canale Emiliano Romagnolo, the Arena delle Balle di Paglia is known as the only straw amphitheatre in Romagna, an ephemeral and surprising place where art, nature and imagination meet.
Illuminated by the light of the moon and the stars, this special arena inspired by the theatres of ancient Greece hosts a rich programme of concerts, theatre performances, storytelling, artistic performances, land art, explorations of the area and poetry readings.
Each event is born from the dialogue between landscape, creativity and participation, transforming the Romagna countryside into a meeting space open to families, culture enthusiasts, artists and visitors from all over Italy.
The Arena delle Balle di Paglia 2026 offers a unique experience in the panorama of Italian summer events, where the public can enjoy shows and cultural activities immersed in nature, in an authentic and sustainable setting.
For those looking for cultural events in Emilia-Romagna, festivals in Ravenna, open-air concerts, theatre in nature, land art, original cultural experiences and events dedicated to art and the local area, the Arena delle Balle di Paglia is an unmissable opportunity to experience Romagna in a creative and engaging way.
