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Lineup Color Fest 14 - All artists | 11-12-13 August 2026
14th Edition - Summer on a Solitary Beach

Lineup Color Fest 14 - All artists

11 - 12 - 13 August 2026 - Lamezia Terme, Calabria

Three days of live music on the coast of Calabria, between electronic, indie, post-punk and world music. The Colour Fest has been a point of reference for the independent music in Southern Italyan accessible festival, surrounded by the sea and the sunsets of the Tyrrhenian coast. Here are all the artists confirmed for the 14th edition. Buy tickets →

Day 1 - Monday, 11 August 2026

Riviera dei Tramonti - Lungomare Falcone Borsellino, Lamezia Terme (CZ) - Ticket Day 1 →

Apparat (live)

Headliner Electronic Ambient

Live project by Sascha Ring, co-founder of Moderat. Kinematic electronica between synthesisers, strings and layered productions. From Berlin to the Lamezia Terme waterfront for an immersive live show. First time ever in Calabria.

C'mon Tigre

World Music Electronics

Italian duo mixing world music, jazz, electronics and African and Asian influences. Collaborations with musicians from all over the world for a sound that is impossible to pigeonhole.

James Holden & Wacław Zimpel

Electronics Minimal

Duo consisting of James Holden e Wacław Zimpel. Organic, repetitive electronics dialoguing with the clarinet, between minimalism and hypnotic trance.

Gaia Banfi

Cantautorato

Emerging singer-songwriter on the Italian scene. Intimate voice and direct lyrics between auteur pop and contemporary folk.

Labadessa

Cantautorato Folk

Singer-songwriter, illustrator and performer among the most original on the Italian scene. Poetic and ironic lyrics accompanied by an unmistakable aesthetic. Only date in Calabria.

Cloudface

Indie Pop Electronics

A project that mixes electronic and auteur pop with dreamlike and experimental atmospheres. Among the freshest proposals on the emerging Italian scene.

First Room to the Right

Indie Rock

Musical project with a sound that ranges between indie rock and intimate atmospheres. Evocative lyrics and carefully crafted arrangements for an engaging live show.

Day 2 - Tuesday 12 August 2026

Riviera dei Tramonti - Lungomare Falcone Borsellino, Lamezia Terme (CZ) - Ticket Day 2 →

Sébastien Tellier

Headliner Synth Pop French Touch

Icon of the French Touch and European electronics. Visionary artist between synth-pop, disco and dream pop, author of cult soundtracks. Only date in Calabria.

The Zen Circus

Headliner Indie Rock Punk

Band symbol of the'Italian indie rock, for over 20 years on stage. Ironic and edgy lyrics, overwhelming live performances. From Tuscany to Calabria for one of the most eagerly awaited evenings of the Color Fest.

Cosmo - Concert in the Morning

Special event · 7.30–11 am Electronics Pop

Marco Jacopo Bianchi, aka Cosmo, brings his concert in the morning at the beach: a special live show at dawn between synth-pop, Italo-disco and techno. Album The Source. A unique format that has conquered festivals all over Italy. Dedicated ticket available →

Yīn Yīn

Thai-funk and Dutch psychedelia. Hypnotic grooves mixing South-East Asia and Benelux.

All Phenomena

Lo-fi indie pop with surreal lyrics. Irony and melancholy in a unique mix in the Italian scene.

Nico Arezzo + Anna Castiglia

Double set: Nico Arezzo with his Sicilian songwriting and Anna Castiglia, one of the most interesting voices on the new Italian folk scene.

Populous

Electronics World

Andrea Ferraris, aka Populous, is one of the biggest names in Italian electronic music. Global sounds between digital cumbia, baile funk and sophisticated productions.

Day 3 - Wednesday, 13 August 2026

Riviera dei Tramonti - Lungomare Falcone Borsellino, Lamezia Terme (CZ) - Ticket Day 3 →

Dimartino

Cantautorato Pop

Antonio Dimartino, Sicilian singer-songwriter among the finest on the Italian scene. Evocative lyrics and an intense, poetic live show.

Django Django

Headliner Art Rock Synth Pop

London quartet between art-rock, synth-pop and psychedelia. Four internationally critically acclaimed albums, from the Mercury Prize to Calabria. They close the 14th edition of the Color Fest with their cinematic sound.

Deadletter

High-energy London post-punk. Six elements on stage between saxophone, synths and controlled chaos. Among the most interesting names of the new British wave.

La Niña

Singer-songwriter winner of the Targa Tenco 2025. Warm voice and intimate lyrics between R&B, soul and contemporary songwriting. One of the most important voices on the new Italian scene.

NEVER EVER

Toni Cutrone's project between industrial, Mediterranean ritual music and electronic experimentation. One of the most radical names on the Italian experimental scene.

OKGIORGIO DJ set

Closing Act - Pineta DJ Set House Disc

Closing DJ set in the pine forest of the festival. Selection ranging from house, disco, funk and tropical sounds to close the 14th edition of Color Fest.

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Color Fest 14 - Tickets

Tickets and Prices - Color Fest 2026

11 - 12 - 13 August 2026 - Riviera dei Tramonti, Lamezia Terme (CZ), Calabria.
Buy at colourfest.co.uk/tickets-info/

Full - 3 Days
129
Full subscription - 11-12-13 August
Full access to all three days of Color Fest 14. Apparat, Cosmo, The Zen Circus, Django Django, La Niña, Yīn Yīn, Deadletter and all the other artists.
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1 Day
49
11 August - Day 1
Apparat live (first time in Calabria), C'mon Tigre, James Holden & Wacław Zimpel, Gaia Banfi, Labadessa + other artists to be announced.
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2 Days
89
11 + 12 August - 2 Days
First and second day. Sébastien Tellier, Apparat, C'mon Tigre, Holden & Zimpel + The Zen Circus, Tutti Fenomeni, Yīn Yīn, Nico Arezzo + Anna Castiglia, Labadessa and many others.
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Special Event
35
12 August - Cosmo - Concert in the Morning
Ticket for the morning concert (7.30–11.00 am). The album *La Fonte* will be presented at dawn on the beach. Admission is for the morning concert only.
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1 Day
51
12 August - Day 2
Sébastien Tellier, The Zen Circus (only date in Calabria), Tutti Fenomeni (only date in Calabria), Yīn Yīn, Nico Arezzo + Anna Castiglia + others. Does not include Cosmo morning concert.
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2 Days
89
12 + 13 August - 2 Days
Second and third days. Sébastien Tellier, The Zen Circus, Tutti Fenomeni, Yīn Yīn + Django Django, La Niña, Deadletter, Mai Mai.
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1 Day
49
13 August - Day 3
La Niña (Targa Tenco 2025, only date Calabria), Django Django, Deadletter, Mai Mai + other artists to be announced.
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All concerts take place at Lungomare Falcone e Borsellino, Lamezia Terme (CZ), Calabria. Prices include pre-sale. Organisation: Che Cosa Sono Le Nuvole APS. For assistance: scrivi@colorfest.it.

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How to get to Color Fest 14
★ Colour Fest 14 - 11-12-13 August 2026

How to get to Color Fest

La Riviera of Sunsets can be reached in a few minutes from the airport and station of Lamezia Terme. Three days of independent music, sea and Calabria.

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10 min
from the airport
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10 min
from the station
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30 sec
from the sea
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€2,19
by bus
Reaching the festival

All options to arrive

Five ways to get to the Riviera dei Tramonti, choose the one you prefer.

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By Car

From the'A2 motorway of the Mediterranean, go out to Lamezia Terme and follow the signs to the seafront. Free parking on the Lungomare Falcone e Borsellino.

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By Train

You arrive at the station of Lamezia Terme Central, Trenitalia hub on the Tyrrhenian route. From there it is a 10-minute taxi/bus ride to the beach.

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By plane

L'Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF) is 10 minutes away from the festival. Direct flights from all over Italy and Europe.

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By taxi / NCC

Taxis and NCCs available H24 from the airport and station. Dedicated service for festival-goers during the three days.

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By bus

Regional buses Bilotta Autoservices with a ticket from €2,19. FlixBus with a stop in Gizzeria Lido from all over Italy.

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Map and transport

Open Maps, book a car, call a taxi or find a low-cost bus in a tap.

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Open on Google Maps

Riviera dei Tramonti - Lungomare Falcone Borsellino, Lamezia Terme. Direct directions from your starting point.

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Request an Uber ride

From the airport or station, the most convenient way to reach the festival without any worries.

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Book a taxi

Call or WhatsApp us to book a dedicated taxi or NCC in minutes.

Call a taxi →
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Search FlixBus

Low-cost buses from all over Italy with a stop in Gizzeria Lido, 8 km from the festival.

Search on FlixBus →
🌿 Green mobility

Travel green with the Color Fest

The Color Fest promotes sustainable mobility. Travelling by train, bus e carpooling are incentivised: fewer cars on the promenade, more summer for everyone.

Beyond the festival

Discover Calabria

Wild beaches, historic villages, wine and food routes and trails in the parks of the Pollino and the Sila. The festival is the perfect starting point to discover the Southern Italy.

→ Discover the experiences
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Frequently asked questions

All you need to know

Answers to the most common questions on how to get to the festival.

Can I arrive on the same day from Rome or Milan?

Yes. From Rome and Milan there are direct flights to Lamezia Terme (SUF) all year round. From Rome also Frecciarossa and Intercity trains during the day.

Is there parking at the festival?

Yes, parking on the Lungomare Falcone e Borsellino promenade is free of charge but spaces are limited. We recommend arriving early or using public transport.

Is there a shuttle service to the campsite?

Yes, during the three days there is a free shuttle bus between the festival, the campsite and key points of the city.

Can I rent a bike or scooter?

In Lamezia Terme there is a bike sharing and electric scooter rental service, convenient for moving between the beach and the centre.

Do you have any advice for wheelchair users?

Yes. The promenade is accessible and we have dedicated areas. Write to scrivi@colorfest.it to organise your visit.

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See you on the Riviera of Sunsets

Three days of music, sea and Calabria. 11-12-13 August 2026 - Lamezia Terme.

Lungomare Falcone Borsellino - Lamezia Terme - Calabria
Color Fest 14 - Tickets

Tickets and Prices - Color Fest 2026

11 - 12 - 13 August 2026 - Riviera dei Tramonti, Lamezia Terme (CZ), Calabria.
Buy at colourfest.co.uk/tickets-info/

Full - 3 Days
129
Full subscription - 11-12-13 August
Full access to all three days of Color Fest 14. Apparat, Cosmo, The Zen Circus, Django Django, La Niña, Yīn Yīn, Deadletter and all the other artists. Including the Cosmo’s dawn concert of 12 August.
Buy subscription
1 Day
49
11 August - Day 1
Apparat live (first time in Calabria), C'mon Tigre, James Holden & Wacław Zimpel, Gaia Banfi, Labadessa + other artists to be announced.
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2 Days
89
11 + 12 August - 2 Days
Day 1 and Day 2. Sébastien Tellier, Apparat, C’mon Tigre, Holden & Zimpel + The Zen Circus, Tutti Fenomeni, Yīn Yīn, Nico Arezzo + Anna Castiglia, Labadessa and many more. Includes the Cosmo’s dawn concert of 12 August.
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1 Day · with Cosmo
51
12 August - Day 2
✔ Cosmo’s dawn concert INCLUDED
A single ticket for the whole day, including Cosmo’s concert in the morning (7.30–11.00 am, the album *La Fonte* at dawn on the beach). Also on the line-up: Sébastien Tellier, The Zen Circus (only date in Calabria), Tutti Fenomeni (only date in Calabria), Yīn Yīn, Nico Arezzo + Anna Castiglia and others.
Buy Day 2 (featuring Cosmo)
Just Cosmo
35
12 August — Cosmo · Morning Concert Only
Ticket for the only Morning concert (7.30–11.00 am): the album «La Fonte» performed at dawn on the beach. Fancy staying for the rest of the day too? The ticket for the 12 August (€51) includes Cosmo.
Buy Cosmo only
2 Days
89
12 + 13 August - 2 Days
Day two and three. Sébastien Tellier, The Zen Circus, Tutti Fenomeni, Yīn Yīn + Django Django, La Niña, Deadletter, Mai Mai Mai. Includes the Cosmo’s dawn concert of 12 August.
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1 Day
49
13 August - Day 3
La Niña (Targa Tenco 2025, only date Calabria), Django Django, Deadletter, Mai Mai + other artists to be announced.
Buy Day 3

All concerts take place at the Lungomare Falcone e Borsellino, Lamezia Terme (CZ), Calabria. Prices include booking fees. The ticket for 12 August and all season tickets that include 12 August include the Cosmo concert in the morning. Organised by: Che Cosa Sono Le Nuvole APS. For assistance: scrivi@colorfest.it.

Looking for Apparat concert Calabria, Cosmo concert in the morning, The Zen Circus live Calabria, Django Django concert southern Italy, La Niña Targa Tenco live? All at Color Fest 2026.