Pistoia Blues Festival: all that you could wish to know about it
Since 1980 Pistoia is blues!
Pistoia
Every year, the Pistoia Blues Festival returns to Piazza del Duomo, one of Italy’s longest-running musical events. Discover the 2025 schedule.
Every year, one of Italy’s longest-running musical events returns: the Pistoia Blues Festival.
Since 1980, the streets of Pistoia have come alive to the sounds of both Italian and international artists. The stage in Piazza del Duomo has hosted numerous musicians and iconic legends of music, such as Carlos Santana, B.B. King, David Bowie, Bob Dylan, Patti Smith, and Lou Reed.
Each edition offers a unique mix of music legends and emerging talents, transforming the city into a vibrant cultural and musical hub. It’s an unmissable event for those who want to fully experience the energy and magic of music.
Line-up
Pistoia Blues Festival 2025
Friday, June 27 – Beth Hart (preview) CANCELLED*
Friday, July 4 – Marcus King
Thursday, July 10 – Blackberry Smoke
Saturday, July 12 – Un Blues per Nick
Tuesday, July 15 – Queens of the Stone Age
* Ticket refunds can be requested until June 27, 2025. Refund requests for purchases made outside official channels will not be accepted.
Storytellers Section – Singer-Songwriter Sounds
Saturday, July 5 – Brunori Sas
Wednesday, July 9 – Francesco Gabbani
Sunday, July 13 – Gianna Nannini
Other Concerts
Thursday, July 3 – Alfa
Tuesday, July 8 – Nayt
Blues City 2025
As part of the Pistoia Blues Festival 2025, Blues City returns for the second year in a row: a series of side events will bring the historic center of Pistoia to life with live music and a vibrant atmosphere. From July 4 to August 8, the city’s streets and squares will host free performances by artists from all over Italy.
