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2nd June bank holiday: what to do in Bologna

Updated on 22 May 2023 From Bologna Welcome

Got plans to spend the 2 June bank holiday in Bologna? A whole host of unmissable events is waiting for you! Just check them out below. 

Bologna Estate in Music

Did you know that Bologna is also a UNESCO Creative City of Music? Thanks to the Bologna Estate programme, the weekend will be studded with festivals, music and entertainment.

Friday 2 June will see performances by The Mummies at the TPO, Kokoroko + Fusai Fusa at the Arena Puccini, and Little Pony at Le Serre.
Throughout the weekend, Montagnola Republic will take place at the Parco della Montagnola and DumBO will present the BBQ Bologna - Peace Pork & Music festival where artists such as Pino d'Angiò or Kruder & Dorfmeister dj + Lizard will perform. More nostalgic performances will be at the Pontelungo Summer Festival.

On Sunday, don't miss Buskers Park, a street art exhibition at the Giardini Margherita.


Choose the exhibition for your weekend

While in Bologna, choose from the many exhibitions on offer: Warhol Haring Basquiat at Palazzo Belloni, Yokai and Banksy at Palazzo Pallavicini, Bologna Fotografata, located in the Palazzo Re Enzo subway, and many more.

Discover all the spring exhibitions ->


Theatre for adults (but also children)

Throughout the weekend at Villa Aldini, the company archiviozeta presents Euripides' Baccanti, a poetic and philosophical masterpiece of ancient theatre.

On Saturday 3 June, the Teatrino a due Pollici Association performs its Burattinciclo, three-wheeled figure theatre at the Casa di Quartiere La Dacia, a show for children, families and the elderly.


History, art and unusual experiences

Immerse yourself in the art and history of Bologna with the guided tour offered by the Pinacoteca "L'Accademia degli Incamminati e la Controriforma a Bologna" and that at the Cimitero della Certosa "Le forme del passato - Alla scoperta del presente".

For an unusual experience, we recommend the ice cream workshop or masterclass organised by the Carpigiani Gelato Museum on the occasion of Republic Day!


Immerse yourself in the green

Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, explore Bologna's outdoors on your own or discover the initiative on Sunday 4 June by Le colline fuori dalla porta. (Event to be confirmed)

Children aged 5 to 11 are invited to explore "Verdi passeggiate - Piccole esplorazioni in Certosa", a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Also enjoy the area's wonderful cycle routes, including the Ciclovia del Sole, a route suitable for all cyclists.

-> 7 reasons to choose Ciclovia del Sole for your next bike trip 


Admire the street art cycling

For those who like to get around by bike, we also recommend a "promenade" dedicated to Street Art.

From Luis Gutierrez's iconic mural in Via Zamboni 38 to Levalet's Poster Art or Lokiss & Rae Martini's works, Ericailcane's mice and Bastardilla's female figures.

->Explore the spots of Bolognese street art


The most photogenic towns
Deep into the city... and beyond! For your 2 June holiday, push the urban boundaries and discover the fascinating villages around Bologna, including Pieve di CentoSan Giovanni in PersicetoBazzano, Borgo La Scola and the intriguing Rocchetta Mattei, just to name but a few. A must-see is definitely Dozza with its unique and camera-ready painted walls. 
Bologna dog friendly
Should your four-legged friend keep you company during the holiday, Bologna won't let you down. From the old town, just walk along the porticoes and enjoy the spectacular landscapes from the Sanctuary of San Luca or San Michele in Bosco. In addition, Bologna's museums offer a dog-sitting service for you to have a worry-free time admiring the city's artworks.
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