Mare d'Arte Festival 2026: public art and urban visions transform Milano Marittima
The second edition of the Mare d'Arte Festival, titled 'Prospettive', is set to take place in Milano Marittima from July 3 to 12, 2026, with events extending into September. Gianluca Orazi is curating this festival, which transforms public spaces into a vibrant cultural hub featuring visual arts, music, literature, philosophy, and live performances—all at no cost to visitors. Among the key attractions are 'Vista Mare,' an exhibit by Jacopo Di Cera on July 3 at Club Milano 273, and a book launch by Paolo Stella paired with a concert by pianist Emiliano Blangero at Mosquito Beach on July 4. Additionally, there will be a tribute to Giuseppe Palanti, marking 80 years since his death, with an exhibition curated by Anna Villari opening on September 3 at Sala Rubicone in Cervia. The festival will also revisit Valerio Berruti's installation 'Non basta il canto delle sirene' from last year. Supported by the Comune di Cervia, Regione Emilia-Romagna, and media partner Sky Arte, the event aims to make Milano Marittima a cultural landmark where art, nature, architecture, and memories blend seamlessly.
Key facts
- Mare d'Arte Festival 2026 takes place in Milano Marittima from July 3 to 12, with events until September.
- Theme is 'Prospettive' (Perspectives), curated by Gianluca Orazi.
- All events are free and held in public spaces including Viale Gramsci, rotonda 1 Maggio, viale Matteotti, beaches, hotels, and parks.
- Opening exhibition 'Vista Mare' by Jacopo Di Cera, curated by Nicolas Ballario, on July 3 at Club Milano 273.
- On July 4, Paolo Stella presents his novel 'True' at Mosquito Beach, followed by a concert by Emiliano Blangero with string duo Someplace.
- On July 5, Tommaso Sacchi presents 'Negli occhi la bellezza' at MarePineta Milano Marittima, alongside the musical 'MarePineta 100' and live music by Ariane Diakitè.
- Exhibition 'Palanti e il sogno della città-giardino' opens September 3 at Sala Rubicone in Cervia, curated by Anna Villari, featuring unpublished works by Giuseppe Palanti.
- Valerio Berruti's permanent installation 'Non basta il canto delle sirene' from 2025 is revisited in a late August event.
- Festival supported by Comune di Cervia, Regione Emilia-Romagna, and Sky Arte as media partner.
Entities
Artists
- Valerio Berruti
- Jacopo Di Cera
- Nicolas Ballario
- Gianluca Orazi
- Paolo Stella
- Emiliano Blangero
- Ariane Diakitè
- Giuseppe Palanti
- Anna Villari
- Tommaso Sacchi
Institutions
- Club Milano 273
- Mosquito Beach / Bagno Angela
- MarePineta Milano Marittima
- Sala Rubicone
- Comune di Cervia
- Regione Emilia-Romagna
- Sky Arte
- Teatro alla Scala
- Accademia di Brera
Locations
- Milano Marittima
- Cervia
- Italy
- Porto Canale di Cervia
- Viale Gramsci
- rotonda 1 Maggio
- viale Matteotti
- Milano
- Sala Rubicone, Cervia