What to do in Naples in September: events, exhibitions, and concerts

September is the month of rebirth in Naples : the days are getting shorter, the intense heat gives way to pleasant evenings, and the city fills with events including exhibitions , concerts , theater, and street festivals. The Summer in Naples 2026 program continues until October 8th, ensuring a packed September.

Here's the guide to unmissable events, updated as of August 19, 2026.

Exhibitions not to be missed in September

The month closes some major exhibitions and confirms others, in public museums and private spaces. For the complete list, consult our guide to exhibitions in Naples.

Emilio Isgrò's "Canto Napoli" at the Capodimonte Museum

Until September 29, 2026 , the Museum and Royal Wood of Capodimonte hosts maestro Emilio Isgrò 's tribute to Naples: an artistic project that celebrates Neapolitan music and culture, in dialogue with the museum's collections.

"Maria Lai. To Be Is to Weave" at the Madre Museum

Until September 21, 2026 , the Madre Museum is dedicating a large retrospective to Maria Lai , one of the most significant figures in post-war Italian art: sixty years of works involving threads, memory and fabric.

"The Color of Mimmo Jodice" at the Treasury of San Gennaro

Until January 10, 2027 , the Museum of the Treasure of San Gennaro is exhibiting over 40 works to showcase the only color work by the great photographer Mimmo Jodice . An exhibition that intertwines photography, devotion, and Neapolitan identity.

Philip Colbert in Pompeii

Until November 30, 2026 , the Archaeological Park of Pompeii hosts a multi-venue exhibition by British artist Philip Colbert , Andy Warhol's heir, featuring his famous pop lobsters among the excavations. A surprising dialogue between ancient and contemporary.

OBEY: Power to the Peaceful at the Gallerie d'Italia

Last days to visit the exhibition dedicated to Shepard Fairey : “OBEY: Power to the Peaceful” closes on September 6, 2026 at the Gallerie d'Italia in Naples.

September concerts

This month brings big names to the stage, from the Arena Flegrea to the Agnano Hippodrome. Follow our Naples events calendar to stay up to date.

Jova Summer Party with Jovanotti at the Agnano Hippodrome

On September 5, 2026 , Lorenzo Jovanotti brings the Jova Summer Party to the Agnano Hippodrome : eleven years after his last concert at the Fuorigrotta stadium, the singer-songwriter returns to Naples for a party that promises to make summer history.

Nu Genea at the Arena Flegrea

On September 12, 2026, it will be the turn of Nu Genea , the band that relaunched the Neapolitan sound in the world, in a concert event at the Arena Flegrea.

Sal Da Vinci at the Arena Flegrea

On September 25 and 26, 2026 , Sal Da Vinci brings “Napoli, Per sempre sì” to the Arena Flegrea , two event dates to celebrate his bond with the city.

Green Notes of Posillipo

From September 14, 2026 , three free concerts celebrate the bond between Naples and the great composer Giuseppe Verdi , in a unique setting such as Posillipo.

Naples Unplugged in the Spanish Quarter

From September 18, 2026, the acoustic concerts of Napoli Unplugged return to the alleys of the Spanish Quarter : live music a stone's throw from the historic center.

Theater and shows

Alessandro Baricco's La Traviata da Cortile

On September 19 and 20, 2026 , Alessandro Baricco 's “Traviata da Cortile” arrives in the Kimbo courtyards of Naples: an opera rewritten for outdoor spaces, between music and narration.

Night of Tammorra

On September 11 and 12, 2026 , the Night of the Tammorra returns , the great celebration of Campanian folk music, including traditional songs, dances and percussion.

Nightlife in the Certosa of San Martino

On September 20 and 25, 2026 , the Certosa and Museum of San Martino will open its terraces for the Notturni in Certosa : music under the stars with a view of the Gulf of Naples.

Outdoor cinema

Naples Mon Amour in Piazza Garibaldi

Until September 4, 2026 , Piazza Garibaldi hosts Napoli Mon Amour : ten evenings of free cinema under the stars, with films, guests, and meetings. Free admission.

The Floridiana Arena

The open-air cinema at Villa Floridiana continues until September 17, 2026 : a festival under the stars with guests, Neapolitan cinema and visits to the Duca di Martina Museum.

Flavors and street festivals

Bufala Fest in Piazza Municipio

From September 2 to 6, 2026 , Piazza Municipio will host the tenth edition of the Bufala Fest , the festival dedicated to the buffalo supply chain with the new tagline "All the Shapes of Taste." Dates, prices, and the program can be found in our guide to the Bufala Fest 2026.

Yellow Tour

From September 5th to October 4th, 2026, the Mystery Tours return : ten free itineraries to discover the noir soul of Naples, including crime stories, espionage tales, and great literary sagas. As detailed in our in-depth article on Mystery Tours.

Evening experiences in museums

MANNight at the National Archaeological Museum

On September 3 and 10, 2026, MANNight returns to the National Archaeological Museum of Naples : special evening openings from 19:00 pm to 23:30 pm with art, music, and performances.

September and tradition

The month closes with one of the most heartfelt events: September 19th is the Feast of San Gennaro , with the ritual of the liquefaction of the blood in the Naples Cathedral. For the complete schedule of city events, consult the Naples events calendar.

Summer isn't over yet: the Summer in Naples 2026 program continues until October 8th, featuring cinema, music, theater, and dance.

FAQ

What exhibitions are scheduled in Naples in September 2026?

The main ones are “Canto Napoli” by Emilio Isgrò at Capodimonte (until September 29), “Maria Lai. Being is weaving” at the Madre (until September 21), and “The color of Mimmo Jodice” at the Tesoro di San Gennaro (until January 10, 2027).

What to do for free in Naples in September?

Many events have free admission: the Verdi Note di Posillipo concerts, the open-air cinema Napoli Mon Amour in Piazza Garibaldi and the Giallo Tours, ten free itineraries from 5 September to 4 October.

When is the Feast of San Gennaro in Naples?

The Feast of San Gennaro is celebrated on September 19th, with the ritual of the liquefaction of the blood in the Cathedral of Naples.

Are there any concerts by famous artists in Naples in September 2026?

Yes: Jovanotti with the Jova Summer Party at the Agnano Hippodrome on September 5th, Nu Genea at the Arena Flegrea on September 12th, and Sal Da Vinci on September 25th and 26th.