The summer of 2026 in Alghero promises to be explosive. From major concerts to jazz, classical music, theatre and cultural events, the Catalan city of Sardinia offers a dense and varied calendar, perfect for both tourists and locals. Here is the complete program of August events, ready to mark on your calendar.
The big concerts at Anfiteatro Ivan Graziani
The main stage of the Alghero summer is once again the Anfiteatro Ivan Graziani, which will host some of the most anticipated names in Italian music.
- Saturday 1 August at 21:30
Litfiba – Forty Years of “17 Re” (Alguer Summer Festival) - Sunday 2 August at 21:30
Fiorella Mannoia – “Anime Salve – thirty years. Fiorella sings Fabrizio De André and Ivano Fossati” - Monday 3 August at 21:30
“E se domani…” show by Giorgio Panariello - Tuesday 4 August at 21:00
Claudio Baglioni “Grand tour – La vita è adesso” - Wednesday 5 August at 21:30
Luca Carboni – “RIO ARI O LIVE TOUR” - Thursday 6 August at 21:30
Blanco – Summer Tour 2026 - Saturday 8 August at 21:30
K-Pop Is Coming – K-POP DEMON HUNTERS & SODA POP tribute - Sunday 9 August at 21:30
Il Volo – World tour 2026-2027 - Tuesday 11 August at 21:30
Mannarino – 2026 tour - Tuesday 18 August at 21:30
Madame – Summer Tour 2026 - Wednesday 19 August at 21:30
Marco Masini – live 2026 - Thursday 20 August at 21:30
Capo Plaza – Summer Tour 2026 - Thursday 20 August at 21:30
“Per un’ora d’amore – 50th celebration” the story of Matia Bazar with Silvia Mezzanotte and Carlo Marrale - Friday 21 August at 21:30
Fulminacci – open air - Saturday 22 August at 21:30
Caparezza – “Orbit Orbit” live tour 2026 - Sunday 23 August at 21:30
Voglio tornare negli anni 90 – the festival
All Alguer Summer Festival concerts are organized by Shining Production and various partners. Tickets are available on Ticketone, Vivaticket, Ticketmaster and TicketSMS depending on the date.
Classical music, jazz and themed festivals
In addition to the big pop and rock names, August in Alghero is full of high-quality offers:
Festival Melos – XII edition (Church of San Francesco, free entry)
- Friday 7 August at 21:00: Gianmichele Milia (piano) with Alessandro Ponzeletti
- Wednesday 12 August at 21:00: Denise Gueye, Marco Carta and Roberto Piana
Jazzalguer IX edition
- Saturday 8 August at 21:30 – Nuraghe Palmavera: “L’uomo Contro” – Life, Art and Battles of Gian Maria Volonté with Emiliano di Nolfo
- Thursday 20 August at 21:30 – Piazzale Lo Quarter: Silvia Mezzanotte & Carlo Marrale “Per un’Ora D’Amore 50th Celebration”
- Saturday 29 August at 21:30 – Piazzale Lo Quarter: Nino Buonocore “In Jazz 6tet” feat. Max Ionata and Flavio Boltro
Festival del Mediterraneo – Riviera del Corallo Review (various locations)
Piano recitals, violin and piano duets, trios, organ and vocal performances that take place from 18 to 31 August between the San Francesco Cloister and Santa Maria Cathedral. Many events are free or with tickets available on site.
Other interesting events
- 10 August: Roberta Bruzzone – “Amami da morire” (piazzale Lo Quarter)
- 27 August: Daniela Lucangeli – talk (piazzale Lo Quarter)
- 28-29 August: Festes 31 De Agost with exhibition opening and concert by Eleonora Peana (Obra Cultural de l’Alguer)
- 30 August: Morning Ragas at dawn at Colle Balaguer and meeting with Paolo Mieli
- 31 August: Anja Lechner cello solo (Santa Maria Cathedral)
From 23 August to 6 September: Mamatita Festival – 10th edition, the first non-competitive circus festival in Sardinia, featuring new circus shows, street theatre and urban performances.
An really intense August that satisfies all tastes: from pop-rock fans to lovers of classical music and jazz, to enthusiasts of culture and entertainment.
Mark the dates, book tickets in advance for the most anticipated concerts and get ready to experience Alghero at the height of its summer splendor.
Useful tips for your trip to Sardinia
Enjoy the shows and have a great summer 2026!
The information in this article is based on the official program. Dates, times, artists and venues are subject to change. We recommend always checking the latest information on the organizers’ official websites or on www.algheroturismo.it before purchasing tickets.
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