Firenze Rocks

Firenze Rocks is an annual rock music festival held in Florence, Italy. The festival was first held in 2017 and has since become one of the most popular rock festivals in Europe.

History

Firenze Rocks was founded by Barley Arts, an Italian company that also organizes the I-Days Festival. The festival was created to bring world-renowned rock bands to Florence and to promote the city as a cultural destination.

The first Firenze Rocks festival was held on June 23-25, 2017, at the Visarno Arena in Florence. The festival featured headliners such as Foo Fighters, Green Day, and System of a Down.

The 2018 Firenze Rocks festival was held on June 14-16, 2018, at the Visarno Arena. The festival featured headliners such as Guns N’ Roses, The Killers, and Ozzy Osbourne.

The 2019 Firenze Rocks festival was held on June 13-16, 2019, at the Visarno Arena. The festival featured headliners such as Ed Sheeran, The Cure, and Weezer.

The 2020 Firenze Rocks festival was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The 2021 Firenze Rocks festival was held on June 10-13, 2021, at the Visarno Arena. The festival featured headliners such as Red Hot Chili Peppers, Måneskin, and Green Day.

Lineup

The Firenze Rocks lineup typically features a mix of classic rock bands and contemporary rock artists. The festival has hosted a wide range of artists, including:

  • Aerosmith
  • Alice in Chains
  • Arctic Monkeys
  • The Black Keys
  • Blink-182
  • Bon Iver
  • Bruce Springsteen
  • Coldplay
  • Dave Matthews Band
  • Def Leppard
  • Depeche Mode
  • Foo Fighters
  • Franz Ferdinand
  • Green Day
  • Guns N’ Roses
  • Iron Maiden
  • Kings of Leon
  • The Killers
  • Led Zeppelin
  • Lenny Kravitz
  • The Lumineers
  • Metallica
  • Muse
  • Nine Inch Nails
  • Ozzy Osbourne
  • Pearl Jam
  • Queens of the Stone Age
  • Radiohead
  • Red Hot Chili Peppers
  • Roger Waters
  • The Rolling Stones
  • Smashing Pumpkins
  • System of a Down
  • U2
  • Van Halen
  • Weezer

Venue

Firenze Rocks is held at the Visarno Arena, a large outdoor venue located on the outskirts of Florence. The venue has a capacity of over 50,000 people.

Tickets

Tickets for Firenze Rocks can be purchased online or at the box office. Ticket prices vary depending on the day and the type of ticket. Single-day tickets start at €80, while three-day passes start at €150.

Getting There

Firenze Rocks is easily accessible by public transportation. The venue is located near the Campo di Marte train station, which is served by trains from Florence’s main train station, Santa Maria Novella.

There are also a number of shuttle buses that run from Florence’s city center to the venue.

Food and Drink

Firenze Rocks offers a wide variety of food and drink options. There are food stalls selling everything from pizza and pasta to burgers and fries.

There are also a number of bars selling beer, wine, and cocktails.

Accommodation

There are a number of hotels located near the Visarno Arena. Prices for accommodation vary depending on the type of hotel and the time of year.

It is also possible to camp at the festival site. Camping passes start at €30.

Conclusion

Firenze Rocks is a great festival for fans of rock music. The festival features a lineup of world-renowned artists, and it is held in a beautiful location.