Events
A journey through world cultures
The International Folklore Festival brings together performing groups from four different countries, each presenting its own traditions through music, dance, costumes and folklore.
Every evening offers a unique cultural experience, allowing audiences to discover traditions that have been passed down through generations while celebrating the universal language of artistic expression.
The festival encourages dialogue between cultures and promotes mutual understanding through live performance.
Programme
22 August
Serbia
Traditional Serbian dances, colourful costumes and vibrant Balkan music.
23 August
Peru
A celebration of South American traditions through music, dance and colourful folklore.
24 August
Georgia
Elegant choreography and centuries-old traditions from one of the world's richest cultural heritages.
25 August
Paraguay
The festival concludes with traditional Paraguayan music, dance and cultural performances.
An international celebration in Bergamo
The International Folklore Festival reflects the Ducato di Piazza Pontida's commitment to promoting dialogue between cultures through music, dance and artistic exchange.
For four evenings, ChorusLife becomes a meeting place where traditions from different parts of the world come together, offering audiences an inspiring and unforgettable cultural experience.
Event Information
Dates
22–25 August 2026
22–25 August 2026
Time
8:45 PM
8:45 PM
Venue
Piazza del Sagittario – ChorusLife, Bergamo
Piazza del Sagittario – ChorusLife, Bergamo
Admission
Free
Free
Participating Countries
- Serbia
- Peru
- Georgia
- Paraguay
Tickets
Free admission
Free admission
Weather Notice
In case of rain, the event will still take place, although assigned seating cannot be guaranteed.
In case of rain, the event will still take place, although assigned seating cannot be guaranteed.
Event Poster
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The Ducato di Piazza Pontida proudly presents a new production of L'Elisir d'Amore, one of Gaetano Donizetti's most celebrated operatic masterpieces.
Performed in the beautiful setting of Piazza Cittadella in Bergamo Alta, this production brings to life one of the finest comic operas in the Italian repertoire, combining romance, humour and unforgettable music.
The performance will take place on Wednesday, 19 August 2026 at 8:30 PM.
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Theatrical Event
Renzo e Lucia spusàs o spusàs mia Bergamasque Dialect Musical Comedy
September 11, 2026At ChorusLife (Piazza del Sagittario) Via Carlo Serassi, 26 - 24124 Bergamo (BG)
The Ducato di Piazza Pontida concludes its programme of Bergamasque dialect theatre with Renzo e Lucia spusàs o spusàs mia, a lively musical comedy performed by the Il Teatro del Gioppino Theatre Company from Zanica.
This entertaining production offers a humorous reinterpretation of Alessandro Manzoni's masterpiece The Betrothed, combining local dialect, music and comedy in a performance that celebrates Bergamo's theatrical tradition.
The performance will take place on 11 September 2026 in Piazza del Sagittario at ChorusLife.