La Line-up for Color Fest 2026 is one of the richest ever: the Colour Fest 14 return from the’11 to 13 August 2026 on Riviera of Sunsets, along the Falcone and Borsellino promenade by Lamezia Terme (CZ), in Calabria. This marks the 14th edition of Southern Italy’s most important independent and avant-garde music festival, which once again this year brings international artists, exclusive performances and one-off shows to the Tyrrhenian coast. In this guide you’ll find the full line-up for the day, i tickets, i prices (from 35€) and all the practical information.

Three days of live music, from sunset until late at night, in one of the most picturesque locations in southern Italy: the beach and pine forest along the Lametino seafront, with views of the sunset that gave the Riviera its name. An experience that blends concerts, art, nature and Calabrian culture into a single event, spread over four stages. The slogan for this edition is “Summer on a Solitary Beach” and the festival is organised by the association What Are Clouds APS, which has been active in the cultural sector in Calabria since 2012.

I tickets are already on sale at colourfest.co.uk/tickets-info/ with prices starting from 35€. Below is the day-by-day line-up, with links to each artist and details on boxes e prices and one mini-FAQ with everything you need to know before you set off.

Color Fest 2026 line-up: all the artists by day

La Line-up for Color Fest 14 features a line-up of international headliners and the best of the new Italian scene, spread across the three evenings of the’11, 12 and 13 August 2026. You can also follow it on the official page lineup 2026, which is constantly updated.

Tuesday 11 August 2026 – Day 1

Apparat live – for the first time in Calabria. The German musician and producer Sascha Ring, known as Apparat, is appearing at Color Fest for the first time in Calabria. Known for the soundtrack to the Netflix series “Dark” and for his Grammy nomination for the album LP5, he is a leading figure in the global contemporary electronic music scene and one half of Moderat. In 2026, he will perform his new album live “A Hum Of Maybe”, published on 20 February 2026 Released on Mute Records and co-produced with Philipp Johann Thimm: an intimate, sophisticated and unpredictable album, blending modular textures, strings and a hypnotic vocal. An exclusive date for Southern Italy.

C'mon Tigre. An Italian project that blends world music, jazz, electronic and psychedelic elements into a cinematic sound that transcends geographical boundaries. On stage at Color Fest, they present a fusion of acoustic instruments and contemporary production, creating a sensory and immersive live experience: they are among the most acclaimed names on the national independent scene.

James Holden & Wacław Zimpel. Two giants of contemporary experimental music come together in Calabria. The legendary British producer James Holden, the driving force behind the Border Community label, joins forces with the Polish clarinettist and composer Wacław Zimpel in a project that blends analogue electronics and acoustic improvisation. A rare sonic experience, perfect for lovers of electronic and avant-garde music.

Gaia Banfi. A singer-songwriter from the new Italian music scene, she brings an intimate and sophisticated pop sound to Color Fest. One of the freshest voices on the national independent music scene.

Labadessa. Artistic singer-songwriting with sharp, melancholic lyrics: the project brings a set to Lamezia featuring catchy melodies and lyrics that really stick with you.

Cloudface e First Room to the Right. Two acts from the new independent scene round off the first day, offering a mix of experimental singer-songwriter music and fresh sounds to be discovered live on the festival stages.

Wednesday 12 August 2026 – Day 2

Cosmo – morning concert (7.30–11.00 am) on the Pineta stage. One of the most eagerly awaited events is the Cosmo's matinee concert, from 7.30 am to 11.00 am in the morning, on stage Pine forest. Marco Jacopo Bianchi, known as Cosmo, performs songs from the new album live “The Source”, released on 17 April 2026 for Columbia Records / 42Records, written and produced in collaboration with Alessio Natalizia (Not Waving). After years of live experimentation, Cosmo once again reinvents the concert format in a sonic journey from waking up to the start of the day. The Lamezia Terme date is officially on the calendar of the Matinée Tour 2026.

Sébastien Tellier. The French icon of art-pop and electronic music is coming to Color Fest. Known worldwide for cult tracks such as “La Ritournelle”, he returns in 2026 with a new album “Kiss The Beast”, recorded between Paris and London with Nile Rodgers and orchestral arrangements by Owen Pallett. An elegant and sensual live performance, one of the most treasured highlights of the line-up.

The Zen Circus – the only date in Calabria. I The Zen Circus They’re returning to Color Fest for a one-off show in Calabria. The Pisa-based band, a mainstay of Italian indie rock for over twenty years, has already graced the festival’s stages in previous editions: with a discography ranging from punk to singer-songwriter music and a legendary live presence, this is an unmissable event for anyone looking for rock concerts in Southern Italy.

All Phenomena. An eclectic artist on the Roman scene, he brings his experimental and surreal pop to Color Fest in an unpredictable live performance, blending irony and introspection, which promises to surprise the audience.

Yin Yin. The Dutch band is coming to Calabria with its explosive mix of Asian funk, disco and tropical psychedelia. Known for their electrifying live performances, the Yin Yin They promise to deliver one of the most danceable performances at Color Fest 2026.

Nico Arezzo + Anna Castiglia. Nico Arezzo performs alongside a special guest, Anna Castiglia, winner of the 2025 Targa Tenco award for best debut album with “Mi Piace”. A fresh and talented collaboration between two voices from the new generation of Italian singer-songwriters.

Populous. The project by Salento-based producer and multi-instrumentalist Andrea Mangia blends electronic music, dreamy atmospheres and influences from around the world. An immersive and hypnotic set that reaffirms Color Fest’s connection with the finest electronic music from the South.

Thursday 13 August 2026 – Day 3

La Nina – winner of the 2025 Targa Tenco award. La Nina, the stage name of the Neapolitan singer-songwriter Carola Moccia, is set to perform at Color Fest for a one-off show in Calabria. Her album “Furèsta”, released on 21 March 2025 for Sugar and entirely in the Neapolitan dialect, won the Targa Tenco 2025 as the best album in dialect. Rolling Stone described her as a cross between Teresa De Sio and Rosalía: her music blends Neapolitan tradition, experimental soundscapes and contemporary concerns into a powerful and visionary project.

Dimartino. The Sicilian singer-songwriter Dimartino returns to a solo career with his new album “The Unlikely Flooding of the Oreto” (2026): folk, Mediterranean singer-songwriter music and electronic beats combine to create an intense and emotional live show. The Lamezia Terme date is one of the most eagerly awaited events of the summer.

Django Django. The British band, much loved for their blend of art-rock, synth-pop and psychedelia, is coming to Color Fest 2026. With critically acclaimed albums such as “Off Planet” and an electrifying live performance, the Django Django They are among the most exciting acts on the international indie-rock scene: a rare chance to see them live in southern Italy.

Deadletter. A London-based post-punk band with an abrasive and theatrical sound, the Deadletter They bring raw energy and visceral performances to Color Fest: spoken word, a driving groove and a punk attitude for a live show that promises to set the Riviera dei Tramonti alight.

Mai Mai. An experimental Italian project exploring the boundaries between industrial music, drone music and the sound ethnography of the Mediterranean. A hypnotic and immersive listening experience for those seeking ritualistic and radical sounds.

OKGIORGIO DJ set. To round off the third day, a DJ set by OKGIORGIO, aka Giorgio Pesenti, a producer from Bergamo who is one of the rising stars of the Italian dance scene: classical guitar, samples and electronic production for new dance anthems that blend future garage and post-dubstep.

The four stages at Color Fest 14

La Line-up for Color Fest 2026 is spread over four stages, each with its own distinctive sound and visual style, plus the Colour Market, the area dedicated to crafts, food and independent selections that provides entertainment throughout the evenings.

• Tramonti Stage (CUPRA Stage) – the main stage, overlooking the sea, dedicated to the big headliners at sunset. Official automotive partner: CUPRA.
• Pinewood Stage – amongst the pine trees, an intimate and cosy atmosphere for the most immersive live performances: here, the 12 August, the morning concert takes place Cosmo.
• Future Stage – electronic music, DJ sets and new sounds: the heart of the festival’s nightlife.
• Marley Stage – the acoustic stage, for stripped-back sets featuring just vocals and guitar.

Tickets and prices for Color Fest 2026

I Tickets for Color Fest 2026 are on sale at Ticketmaster, with prices starting from 35€. You can choose the’Full subscription for all three days, or individual day tickets and two-day passes. Here are the options available:

• Full Season Ticket (11–12–13 August) – access to all three days, the best way to experience the festival in its entirety.
• Day tickets – entrance to 11 August, 12 August o 13 August, from 35€.
• 2-day packages – 11–12 August or 12–13 August, … for those who want to enjoy two consecutive evenings whilst saving money.

For those wishing to stay overnight near the festival, there are dedicated accommodation options available: the Camping Ulisse a 70€ and the Lido La Baia a 60€. Please note: availability is subject to change: the subscriptions are running out and the Camping Ulisse is sold out for 12 and 13 August, whilst the Lido La Baia. All direct links to purchase are available at colourfest.co.uk/tickets-info/.

How to get to Lamezia Terme

Lamezia Terme It is one of the most easily accessible places in Calabria, thanks to the’international airport, at the railway station on the Tyrrhenian line and at the motorway junction A2. The festival venue, the Falcone and Borsellino promenade, is just a few minutes’ walk from Lamezia Terme Centrale station. Every year, the Color Fest attracts a large number of visitors from outside the region, confirming its role as a major tourist and cultural attraction for Calabria. If you’d like to plan a complete holiday, take a look at our guides on what to do in Calabria and on the’summer in Calabria.

Why choose the Color Fest: music, sea and Calabria

The Colour Fest It is not just a music festival: it is an immersive experience that combines top-class concerts, the natural beauty of the Calabrian coastline and a multidisciplinary cultural programme. Since its first edition, the festival has hosted artists such as Franz Ferdinand, Editors, Brunori Sas, Cosmo, Marlene Kuntz, Afterhours, Fulminacci, Nu Genea, Iosonouncane, Verdena, Nada, Colapesce Dimartino, The Zen Circus, Motta and La Rappresentante Di Lista, establishing itself as one of the independent festivals most important in Italy. The location on the Riviera of Sunsets offers a beach, a pine forest and breathtaking sunsets: for those looking for seaside festivals in Calabria, … is the answer. You can also check out our overview of Southern Italy Festival 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions about Color Fest 2026

When does Colour Fest 2026 take place?

The Colour Fest 14 the’11, 12 and 13 August 2026 a Lamezia Terme (CZ), on the Falcone and Borsellino promenade – Riviera dei Tramonti, in Calabria.

Who are the headliners in the 2026 line-up?

Among the big names in the Line-up for Color Fest 2026 there are Apparat, Sébastien Tellier, Django Django, Cosmo, The Zen Circus, La Nina e Dimartino, as well as many projects from the best of the Italian and international independent scene.

How much do the tickets cost?

I tickets start from 35€. The following are available:’Full subscription for all three days, day tickets for the’11the 12 or the 13 August and the two-day packages. All the direct links are on colourfest.co.uk/tickets-info/.

Where to sleep during the festival?

Dedicated solutions are available: the Camping Ulisse a 70€ and the Lido La Baia a 60€. The Camping Ulisse is sold out for 12 and 13 August, whilst the Lido La Baia. It is advisable to book in advance.

What time does Cosmo's concert start?

Cosmo takes the form of a special event: a morning concert starting at 7.30 am to 11.00 am of 12 August, on stage Pine forest, as part of its Matinée Tour 2026.

Experience Color Fest 14: book now

L’11, 12 and 13 August 2026 the Colour Fest 14 convert the Riviera of Sunsets by Lamezia Terme three days of independent and avant-garde music by the sea. The subscriptions are running out and the Camping Ulisse is already fully booked for 12 and 13 August: Make sure you get your ticket before they run out. Choose from a Full Season Ticket or day tickets from 35€ and two-day packages, and round off the experience with accommodation at the Lido La Baia. Tickets and information: https://colorfest.it/biglietti-info/