Piazze di Cinema

Piazze di Cinema is the festival that transforms Cesena's historic center into an open-air arena dedicated to cinema every summer. From July 3-12, 2026, the heart of this Romagna city comes alive with ten intense days of screenings, intimate encounters with directors, actors and critics, literary presentations, and musical performances that captivate audiences of all ages. The evocative locations of Piazza Almerici, Arena San Biagio, Chiosko Savelli, and Villa Monty Banks create a unique atmosphere where cinema becomes the absolute protagonist of urban space. The 2026 edition is enriched with fascinating innovations: a musical competition featuring Krano's concert brings the rhythm and energy of contemporary music to the festival, while a special symposium honors Monty Banks, the Cesena-born genius who reached the heights of Hollywood, bringing Romagna talent to the heart of American cinema. An opportunity to rediscover the international roots of Italian cinematography and celebrate the figures who shaped world cinema history. The program is organized into diverse thematic sections: films in competition, cinematographic showcases dedicated to auteur cinema and classics, retrospectives of great masters, and a special space for independent productions and short films. Each section offers a different perspective on cinematic language, from narrative cinema to the most innovative experimentation. For cinema, music, and culture enthusiasts, Piazze di Cinema represents an unmissable appointment to discover new visions, hear fascinating stories, and immerse yourself in the magical atmosphere of cinema under the stars, all within the timeless charm of Cesena's historic center.