Events in Naples today, July 24, 2026: What to do in the city

Friday, July 24, 2026, promises to be a fiery day for Naples and its surrounding areas. The city will transform into a hub of major musical events, including the return of the Noisy Naples Fest with Kasabian , an Italian exclusive, the grand finale of Musica al Castello featuring the Neapolitan hip-hop scene, and the highly anticipated Charlie Puth concert at the Pompeii Ruins. Added to this are exhibitions, open-air theater, cultural parks, and festivals in Campania's villages. Here's everything you need to know.

Noisy Naples Fest 2026 — Day 2: Kasabian, Subsonica and Planet Funk

📍 Location: Overseas Exhibition, Viale delle 28 Fontane, Naples
📅 Date and time: Friday, July 24, 2026, gates open at 17:00 PM
💰 Entrance: From €57,50 (Day 2 ticket)
🔗 Reservation: Tickets up noisynaples.com and Vivaticket circuit

The second and final day of Noisy Naples Fest 2026 brings a lineup worth the ticket alone to the stage on Viale delle 28 Fontane. After the sold-out first night with Franz Ferdinand and Skunk Anansie, the festival presents another high-profile international evening on Friday, July 24th.

Kasabian , the British band that shaped the indie rock scene of the 2000s with albums like their self-titled debut and global hits like " Fire" and "Club Foot ," will take the main stage. Naples will be the only Italian date of their 2026 tour: an exclusive that is attracting fans from across the country. Joining them will be Subsonica , who will perform "Terre Rare 96-26 ," a tour celebrating thirty years of the Turin band's career, true pioneers of Italian electronic rock. Completing the trio will be Planet Funk , their original lineup, creators of generational anthems like "Who Said" and "Chase the Sun. "

The evening kicks off at 17:00 PM with DJ sets from Karlove and Pellegrino Dance Rituals, followed by Curcio at 18:30 PM. After Planet Funk (19:00 PM), Giuseppe Fava will take center stage before Subsonica's live set at 20:30 PM. Kasabian will close the evening from 22:30 PM to midnight, while Obbi will perform a DJ set in the Arena Flegrea foyer. The festival area, featuring food and beverages, lounge areas, and the panoramic Martini terrace, will accommodate up to 10.000 spectators for an evening that promises to make the city's musical history.

Music at the Castle: Anastasio, Oyoshe, and Speaker Cenzou

📍 Location: Monumental Courtyard of the Maschio Angioino (Castel Nuovo), Naples
📅 Date and time: Friday, July 24, 2026, gates open at 20:00 PM, concert starts at 21:00 PM
💰 Entrance: Free until seats are filled
🔗 Reservation: Free entry, we recommend arriving well in advance.

The penultimate event of Musica al Castello 2026 , the festival promoted and funded by the City of Naples , transformed the monumental courtyard of the Maschio Angioino Castle into one of Italy's most evocative stages for ten evenings. The third edition of the festival, part of the Summer in Naples 2026 program, brought artists of the caliber of Suzanne Vega, Motta, Quintorigo & John De Leo, and Roberto Gatto to the heart of the city, selling out every night.

On Friday, July 24, the stage is entirely dedicated to urban and hip-hop culture, with three names representing the most authentic soul of Italian rap. Anastasio (Marco Anastasio, born in 1997), a rapper and singer-songwriter from Meta di Sorrento, won over the general public by winning X Factor 2018 and bringing his dense, cultured, and sharp writing to mainstream music, capable of blending literary references and urban streams of consciousness. Speaker Cenzou (Vincenzo Artigiano) is considered one of the founding fathers of Neapolitan rap: his debut album, Il bambino cattivo (1996), redefined the genre's boundaries in Italy, anticipating themes and sounds that would become central to the following decade. Oyoshe , a rapper and beatmaker from Fuorigrotta, is one of the most respected figures in the Neapolitan underground scene, with a discography that combines lyrics in dialect and English on sophisticated productions.

Three artists, three generations, and three different visions of rap, brought together in one of Naples' most iconic settings. Admission is completely free, and gates open at 20:00 PM, but given the success of previous nights, we recommend arriving early to guarantee entry. Tomorrow, Saturday, July 25th, the grand finale will be headlined by Casino Royale , who are celebrating thirty years of Sempre più vicini with the celebratory album Sempre Più Vicini Adesso !.

Charlie Puth at Beats of Pompeii 2026

📍 Location: Amphitheater of the Pompeii Excavations, Pompeii (NA)
📅 Date and time: Friday, July 24, 2026, 21:00 PM
💰 Entrance: Tickets starting from €69
🔗 Reservation: Tickets up Ticketone and official circuits

The BOP — Beats of Pompeii 2026 festival welcomes one of the biggest hitmakers in contemporary pop music: Charlie Puth . This Southern Italy exclusive brings to the amphitheater of the Pompeii excavations an artist with over 35 billion global streams, author of nine multi-platinum singles and some of the most streamed songs of the last decade.

Born in 1991, Puth has climbed the global charts with songs like "Attention , " " We Don't Talk Anymore ," " See You Again," and "One Call Away ," becoming one of the few artists capable of combining top-notch musical technique (his jazz training at Berklee College of Music) with an unerring pop instinct. His latest album, released in 2025, confirmed his evolution toward a more mature and experimental sound, without losing his ability to write hooks that stick in your head the first time.

The Pompeii concert is part of a program—that of the BOP—that is transforming the archaeological site into one of the most sought-after venues for live music in Italy. Previously, artists like Marcus Miller have graced the Amphitheater stage, and in the coming days, Savatage and other big names will be arriving. The venue, with its two-thousand-year history, offers extraordinary acoustics and an unparalleled atmosphere: listening to Charlie Puth with Vesuvius in the background is an experience that goes beyond the concert.

Summer Chills: You're a Beast Viskoviz at the Royal Botanical Garden

📍 Location: Royal Botanical Garden, Via Foria 223, Naples
📅 Date and time: Friday, July 24, 2026, 21:00 PM
💰 Entrance: From € 12
🔗 Reservation: ilpozzoeilpendolo.it | Tel. 081 5422088

The 25th edition of Brividi d'Estate continues , the festival of theater, music, and entertainment that will enliven the evocative spaces of the Royal Botanical Garden of Naples from June 27th to August 2nd. A festival that has chosen life as its guiding thread: made of surprises, encounters, changes, and rebirths, told through stories, words, and emotions in one of Italy's most fascinating botanical gardens.

On Friday, July 24, the play Sei una bestia Viskoviz (You're a Beast Viskoviz ), based on the book of the same name by Alessandro Boffa , will be performed, starring Paolo Cresta and Carlo Lomanto . Boffa, a biologist and writer, has created a cult classic of contemporary Italian fiction: a surreal and brilliant tale in which a human being awakens transformed into a beast and must confront the world from a completely upside-down perspective. A text that blends irony, philosophical reflection, and an irresistible streak of grotesquery, brought to the stage by two performers with great theatrical sensitivity.

The Royal Botanical Garden, with its 12 hectares and over 25.000 plant specimens, offers the perfect setting for a theater that engages with nature. Spectators can arrive early to stroll through the botanical collections before the curtain falls, enjoying a green oasis in the heart of the historic center. The festival continues tomorrow and Sunday with La Medea di Portamedina , by Francesco Mastriani, directed by Annamaria Russo.

Pessoa Luna Park: Castel Sant'Elmo's moat opens for the first time

📍 Location: Moat of Castel Sant'Elmo, Vomero, Naples
📅 Date and time: Thursday-Sunday, 17:30 PM-00:30 AM. Open until August 9, 2026.
💰 Entrance: Full price €2,50 · Reduced price 18-25 years €2,00 · Free for under 18s and over 65s
🔗 Reservation: Pessoa Pass €15 for 15 admissions with skip-the-line access. Info on Instagram @pessoalunapark

For the first time in its centuries-old history, the Moat of Castel Sant'Elmo opens to the public. It does so by hosting a new stage of Pessoa Luna Park , the traveling cultural park that for five years has been transforming abandoned urban spaces into contemporary utopias of play, culture, and music. A visionary project born in Naples and designed for Millennials and Gen Z, but open to all ages.

The park occupies the moat of the 16th-century fortress, featuring XXL installations and games by social-pop artist Roxy in the Box , a chess area curated by the Neapolitan Chess Academy, a stage for concerts, talks, and DJ sets, an open-air cinema and theater, and food and wine events with shared tables. The project intertwines ecology and innovation: the collected plastic is recycled and transformed into filament for 3D printing the park's objects, starting with the marchetta , the symbolic token that activates games and experiences.

The initiative is organized in collaboration with the Vomero National Museums , which have opened a previously unseen itinerary within the monumental complex to the public. Those who enter before 18:30 pm can also visit the rest of Castel Sant'Elmo, including the panoramic terrace with its breathtaking views of Naples and the Gulf. Food partners include: CU.QU. — Cucina di Quartiere, Irpinia Mood, Mar Limone, and Staj Noodle. An experience that gives adults the freedom to play and children a magical space to explore.

"Alberto Biasi and Other Visions of Surfaces" exhibition at the Royal Palace

📍 Location: Belvedere Hall, Royal Palace, Piazza del Plebiscito 1, Naples
📅 Date and time: Running until August 1, 2026. Hours 9:00-19:00 (closed on Wednesdays)
💰 Entrance: Included in the Royal Palace ticket (full €6, reduced €3)
🔗 Reservation: Tickets at the Royal Palace ticket office

The Sala Belvedere of the Royal Palace, with its privileged view of the Gulf of Naples, hosts an exhibition that is a journey into Kinetic and Programmed Art , the movement that, starting in the 1960s, revolutionized the relationship between artwork and spectator.

The undisputed protagonist is Alberto Biasi , a Paduan artist and founder of Gruppo N and a central figure in Italian programmatic art. His works, based on visual patterns and optical vibrations, challenge the static nature of the canvas: it is only when the viewer's gaze shifts that the work is completed, in a continuous dialogue between perception and movement. Alongside Biasi, the exhibition features works by other international artists such as Hsiao , Rotta Loria, and Tornquist , offering a broad overview of how artists from diverse backgrounds have explored the theme of surface and visual perception.

The natural light that floods the Sala Belvedere adds an additional layer of meaning to the exhibition, creating ever-changing effects depending on the time of day. The exhibition is included in the regular admission ticket to the Palazzo Reale, making it an excellent opportunity to visit one of the city's iconic sites, enhanced by a highly valuable exhibition itinerary.

Festivals of the day

Campania's summer season also kicks into high gear with its village festivals, unmissable events for those who want to combine flavor, tradition, and local exploration. Today, Friday, July 24, 2026, several food and wine festivals are starting or underway in the region's villages.

Coccetella Festival — Sorbo Serpico (AV)

📍 Location: Sorbo Serpico, province of Avellino
📅 Date: From Friday 24 to Sunday 26 July 2026
💰 Entrance: Free, you pay for what you consume

The 45th edition of the Sagra della Coccetella (Coccetella Festival) kicks off today , one of the longest-running and most beloved summer events in Irpinia. The star of the show is the coccetella (also known as "a coccetella" in the local dialect), a distinctive type of fresh pasta, rigorously handmade by the housewives of Sorbo Serpico, a staple of the village's culinary tradition for generations. A simple yet richly historical dish, it speaks to Irpinia's rural culture and the value of homemade pasta as a family and community ritual. Food stands will also offer other local dishes, accompanied by local wine and craft beer, all immersed in the festive atmosphere of Irpinia's summer evenings, complete with music and live entertainment.

Festival in the Village of Riardo — Riardo (CE)

📍 Location: Riardo, province of Caserta
📅 Date: From Friday 24 to Sunday 26 July 2026
💰 Entrance: Free, you pay for what you consume

In the Upper Caserta area, the quaint village of Riardo kicks off its Sagra al Borgo, three days dedicated to the authentic flavors of tradition. Organized by the local Pro Loco, the event offers a food and wine trail through the alleys and squares of the historic center, with stands offering traditional dishes prepared according to recipes passed down through generations. This festival is also an opportunity to visit one of the most charming medieval villages in the province of Caserta, known for its spring waters and the production of excellent Campanian buffalo mozzarella DOP.

Seaside Party at the Sant'Anna Rocks — Ischia (NA)

📍 Location: Ischia Ponte and Cartaromana Bay, Ischia (NA)
📅 Date: From Thursday 23rd to Sunday 26th July 2026
💰 Entrance: Free

Now in its traditional summer edition, the Festa a Mare agli Scogli di Sant'Anna is one of the most spectacular events on the island's calendar. The Cartaromana Bay, at the foot of the Aragonese Castle , becomes the setting for four days dedicated to popular devotion, music, and entertainment. The highlight will come on the final evening of Sunday, July 26, when the sea will be illuminated by a parade of decorated allegorical boats, a simulation of the burning of the Aragonese Castle—a rare and evocative fireworks display—and the grand finale with pyromusical fireworks. For those in Ischia or planning a day trip, today is the second day of celebration, with events and entertainment already in full swing.

Third Suzuki Children's Convention: Naples, Capital of Children's Music

📍 Location: Mostra d'Oltremare and partner locations, Naples
📅 Date: From July 22nd to 26th 2026, activities throughout the day
💰 Entrance: Free events open to the public
🔗 Information: comune.naples.it

Naples is currently hosting the most important national event dedicated to young musicians trained according to the famous Suzuki Method , the educational approach created by Japanese violinist Shinichi Suzuki which is based on early musical learning through imitation and listening, similar to how children learn their native language.

Over 550 children and young people from across Italy, accompanied by approximately 100 teachers and numerous families, are the protagonists of this five-day program of concerts, masterclasses, workshops, and performances. The 2026 edition coincides with the 50th anniversary of the Suzuki Method in Italy, a milestone that demonstrates the vitality and widespread popularity of this educational approach. The young musicians study instruments such as the violin, piano, cello, and flute, sharing the experience of playing together in large ensembles—an activity that develops not only technical skills but also values ​​such as cooperation, mutual listening, and discipline.

The convention was strongly supported by the City of Naples as a symbol of the city's commitment to music education and childhood policies. Several events are open to the public free of charge: a unique opportunity to witness group performances by hundreds of young musicians, offering a joyful and powerful image of a city that invests in culture from a very young age.

“Global Folklore” Exhibition at the Gallerie Riunite — Final Day

📍 Location: Gallerie Riunite, Via Toledo, Naples
📅 Date and time: Until July 24, 2026 (today is the last day!)
💰 Entrance: From € 5
🔗 Information: At the ticket office of the Gallerie Riunite

Today is the last chance to visit Global Folklore , the exhibition that has been running at the Gallerie Riunite on Via Toledo since May 12th, showcasing the intersections of contemporary art, folklore, and popular traditions from around the world. This ambitious curatorial project has brought international artists into dialogue with the cultural roots of their homelands, exploring how folklore—often considered a legacy of the past—can instead become a powerful language of the present.

The exhibition is part of the program at Gallerie Riunite, an exhibition space that in recent years has established itself as a hub for contemporary art in Naples, bringing internationally renowned exhibitions to the city. For those who haven't yet visited, today's is the last chance to see an exhibition that has attracted a wide and diverse audience, confirming the vitality of the Neapolitan art scene.