Cattolica Retrò 2026: A plunge into the past between music, engines and vintage

Relive the charm of bygone years with Cattolica Retrò, the event that transforms the Queen of the Adriatic into a stage of yesteryear. From 30 May to 2 June 2026, four days of live concerts, DJ sets, dancefloors, car and scooter expos, style trucks, and an unmissable vintage market.

The Concert Programme in Piazza Primo Maggio

The evenings in Piazza Primo Maggio will light up with great tributes and the energy of big bands. Here is the complete calendar:

Saturday 30 May, 9 p.m. - Serata Italiana Anni '60 A tribute to the legends of pop music: Tribute to Mina and Battisti. On stage the voice of Clarissa Vichi (Orchestra Rossini Pesaro) accompanied by the guitar of Francesco Patella.

Sunday 31 May, 9 p.m. - Serata Inglese Anni '60s The atmosphere of Liverpool lands in Cattolica with a Tribute to the Beatles with "The Menlove".

Monday 1 June, 6 p.m. - Italian-American '40s/'50s Evening The "Be Vintage" format comes to life with The Crosstompers Big Band. Get your dancing shoes ready: DJ's Set Battle, entertainment, shows and the best dance schools in the area.

Tuesday 2 June, from 4 p.m. - 40s/50s/60s Americana Evening Great closing with the overwhelming rhythm of the Rockingo '50s Big Band, rock'n'roll, "Be Vintage" format, with DJ sets, dance schools and entertainment.



Expo and Retro Shopping in Viale Bovio

Not just music: Cattolica Retrò is also a unique shopping and visual experience.

The Vintage and Antiques Market

From Sunday 31 May to Tuesday 2 June, from 10 a.m. to midnight, Viale Bovio will host the large market dedicated to:

Vintage and Retro

Modern and Antiques

Creative Recycling

Stroll among the stalls in search of unique pieces, while the streets of the centre come alive with the display of vintage cars, scooters and style trucks.

Useful information

Dates: 30 May - 2 June 2026

Place: Piazza Primo Maggio (Concerts) and Viale Bovio (Market)

Entrance: Free

Why attend? Cattolica Retrò is the perfect opportunity for a weekend at the seaside different from the usual, where vintage culture meets Romagna hospitality. Whether you are a collector, a swing dancer or a lover of good music, the retro atmosphere will win you over.