About this Event
Born on 10 August 1913 with Aida, staged to mark the centenary of Giuseppe Verdi’s birth, the Arena di Verona Opera Festival is the world’s oldest opera festival. Every summer the Roman amphitheatre, built around 30 AD, is transformed into the world’s largest open-air opera house. In 2027 the 104th edition returns with five opera productions, a historic ballet comeback, gala evenings and immersive concerts under the stars in Verona.
Date & Time
The 104th Arena di Verona Opera Festival runs from Friday, 11 June to Saturday, 11 September 2027. Performances are held in the evening, generally starting around 9:15 PM in June and July and earlier in August and September, with exact start times shown for each date on the official calendar.
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Venue & Location
The festival takes place in the Arena di Verona, a superbly preserved 1st-century Roman amphitheatre in the heart of Verona’s historic centre. The address is Arena di Verona, Piazza Bra 1, 37121 Verona (VR), Italy.
Staying overnight?
Check the nearest hotel near the venue.
Full programme
According to the official Arena di Verona website, the 104th Arena di Verona Opera Festival 2027 programme has been published.
For official information, please visit the Arena di Verona Opera Festival official website (https://www.arena.it/en/arena-verona-opera-festival/).
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to help you plan your visit.
When is the Arena di Verona Opera Festival 2027?
The 104th festival runs from 11 June to 11 September 2027, opening with a special gala evening on 11 June and closing on 11 September 2027.
What operas are on at Arena di Verona in 2027?
The 2027 season features La Traviata, Nabucco, Carmen and Aida in two different productions, plus Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet ballet, Carmina Burana, gala concerts and immersive shows such as Viva Vivaldi and Paganini Paradise.
How do I buy tickets for Arena di Verona Opera Festival 2027?
Tickets are already on sale through the official Arena di Verona website arena.it, its box office, call centre and authorised sales network. Booking early is recommended, especially for Aida, Carmen, Anna Netrebko’s performances and weekend dates.
What time do performances start, and what should I wear?
Evening performances usually start around 9:15 PM in June and July, moving earlier later in the season, and long operas such as Aida can finish after midnight. Dress is smart-casual, with many visitors dressing up for premieres, and a light layer is useful for cooler late-evening temperatures in the open-air Arena.
Is Arena di Verona suitable for first-time opera visitors?
Yes, it is one of the best places in the world to see opera for the first time. The productions are large-scale and visual, with supertitles, affordable stone-step seats as well as numbered seats, and famous titles such as Aida, Carmen and La Traviata that are easy to follow even without prior opera knowledge.
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