29/10/2026 – 07/11/2026
Gender Bender is an annual international festival in Bologna exploring contemporary imagery around gender identity, sexual orientation and the representation of the body. The program brings together film screenings, dance performances, readings, exhibitions, concerts and club nights.
31/12/2026 · Piazza Maggiore
Ring in the new year in the heart of Bologna at Piazza Maggiore, where live music and shows set the mood for the night. The highlight is the traditional Rogo del Vecchione, a bonfire in which locals symbolically burn away the troubles of the year gone by and welcome a fresh start.
05/02/2027 – 07/02/2027 · BolognaFiere
Arte Fiera returns to Bologna in 2027 as the city's yearly international showcase of modern and contemporary art. Over three days at BolognaFiere, visitors can explore a wide-ranging selection of works and see what the current art scene has to offer.
