Three nights of free concerts, three days of exciting events across the charming city of Monopoli, a jewel on the stunning Mediterranean coast of Puglia. Celebrate music, culture, and connection at Italy’s largest ukulele festival!
Three nights of free concerts, three days of exciting events across the charming city of Monopoli, a jewel on the stunning Mediterranean coast of Puglia. Celebrate music, culture, and connection at Italy’s largest ukulele festival!
The Monopolele Ukulele Festival was born in Monopoli in 2022 with a mission to promote the ukulele as a tool for connection and cultural exchange, creating an event that celebrates music, Mediterranean tradition, and the value of community. Organized by the Associazione Voltare Pagina, the festival has attracted artists and enthusiasts from around the world since its inception, quickly transforming Monopoli into one of Europe’s ukulele capitals.
There’s no Monopolele without a theme song. And this year, that song travels the world—ukulele to ukulele, artist to artist—like a joyful musical relay. “Hey Uke!” is more than just a melody: it’s a call, a connection, a shared rhythm that crosses borders, languages, and time zones. In this video, some of the most beloved artists from past editions of the festival pass the ukulele from hand to hand, note to note—calling each other with a smile: “Hey Uke!”. From Hawaii to Ireland, from Portugal to Taiwan, from Singapore to Austria, the video celebrates the universality of music, the power of friendship, and the joyful spirit of the ukulele. Because Monopolele is not just a festival. It’s a community. And this song—like the festival itself—belongs to everyone. Watch the video, share it with your uke friends, and get ready to sing it out loud in Monopoli!
Monopolele is a festival dispenser of joy, energy and creativity that generate special friendships. This is what happened between Irene Aliverti and Alessandra Scaraggi ukulelists, the first from Brescia (BS) the second from Aprilia (LT) who met right in Monopolele for the first time. Irene after different musical experiences, at the threshold of forty discovered the greatest joy by slinging a small and very light blue ukulele from which she never separates herself and with which she loves to sing all the Beatles’ songs, but really all of them eh!!! Alessandra started playing ukulele with Maestro Angelo Capozzi and then joined the teaching staff of the same school in 2018. She’s continuing her personal musical training also with Maestro Giovanni Albini, in the classical field and following other Masters of international level
Calico is a Vienna-based ukulele trio composed of Tina Niederpold (ukulele, vocals), Juliana Steiger (ukulele, vocals), and Albert Stepaniak (ukulele bass). Their performances blend jazz standards, classical pieces, contemporary pop, and even heavy metal into unique arrangements with a distinctive “Calico twist.” Known for their engaging stage presence and harmonious vocals, they invite audiences to clap and sing along, delivering shows that are both entertaining and musically rich.
Jun01Sunday
⏰13:30 – 15:00
UkePizza!
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Chiesa di San Pietro
Strade Aperte
Strade Aperte is a Neapolitan ensemble that blends music, craftsmanship, and community engagement. Their performances feature original compositions using percussion, mandolin, and ukulele, enriched with improvisations and interactive elements. Beyond concerts, they conduct workshops on building acoustic and mechanical instruments, exploring the physics and techniques behind their creation and use. Strade Aperte’s approach fosters a participatory experience, inviting audiences to explore music and instrument-making in unconventional ways.
Jun01Sunday
⏰12:00 – 13:30
Strade aperte: Concert & Instrument Building Workshop
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Chiesa di San Pietro
Davide Donelli
Davide Donelli, musician and educator with an academic background, is a point of reference for ukulele in Italy not only as performer and teacher but also as speaker of the radio show “Intorno all’Ukulele”. He published the first Italian book dedicated to the main figures in the history of the ukulele. He is a regular guest at Monopolele.
Jun01Sunday
⏰10:00 – 11:00
C Jam Blues
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Santa Maria Amalfitana
Marco Todeschini
Marco Todeschini is an Italian luthier based near Verona, specializing in handcrafted ukuleles under the brand Antica Ukuleleria. Trained in stringed instrument making in Milan, he is renowned for his innovative designs, such as the UFOS (Ukuleles From Outer Space) and the Sacco, which features a body made from jute fiber. His instruments are celebrated for their unique aesthetics, sustainable materials, and exceptional craftsmanship. Marco’s work has been featured on platforms like Got A Ukulele, highlighting his contributions to modern ukulele luthiery.
Jun01Sunday
⏰09:00 – 10:00
The Luthier’s Breakfast
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Santa Maria Amalfitana
Telma Pereira
🇵🇹 Portugal
Telma Pereira is a multidisciplinary artist from Portugal, based in France since 2015. With degrees in Art & Multimedia and Dance from Lisbon, she specializes in performances for unconventional spaces. Founder of the Cie Asylum and the versatile music project Concert de Poche, she creatively adapts songs—especially from Fado—to the ukulele, connecting diverse cultures and languages through music and movement.
Vincenzo Gioia is a passionate musician and a formidable ukulele teacher. He graduated from ICMP and the University of East London. Later on, he also obtained his Post Graduate Certificate in Teaching from Middlesex University. In his quest to spread his love for the ukulele, he has published more than 100 tutorials on his YouTube Channel and keeps spreading his lessons through the website ukulelelovers.com. In 2022 when he became an ambassador for Kala, one of the most successful ukulele brands.
The first ukulele professsor in the world! Composer, performer, and educator, Giovanni Albini is a pioneer in the academic world of ukulele. As the first professor to establish a university-level ukulele course, at the Conservatory of Alessandria (Italy), he has played a crucial role in bringing the instrument into higher education. With a background in composition, music theory, and mathematical applications in music, Albini’s work bridges classical and contemporary approaches to the ukulele. His performances and research emphasize the expressive and technical possibilities of the instrument, making him a key figure in the modern ukulele landscape. At Monopolele 2025, he will lead a special lecture-concert at Biblioteca Rendella, guiding the audience through the history and evolution of the ukulele with live performances and expert insights.
Jun01Sunday
⏰17:00 – 18:00
The Ukulele: A Journey Through History, Music, and Craftsmanship
The Piano Maestro Meets the Ukulele! Born in 1981, Raphael Gualazzi is an acclaimed Italian singer-songwriter, composer, arranger, and pianist whose eclectic style seamlessly blends jazz, blues, and pop. Known internationally for hits such as Follia d’Amore and his engaging reinterpretations of classics like Adriano Celentano’s Svalutation, Gualazzi brings his infectious energy and sophisticated musicianship to Monopolele. Winner of numerous international awards and a beloved performer at festivals across Europe and beyond, Raphael transforms every show into a vibrant, captivating experience that enchants audiences and critics alike. Expect an evening of unforgettable melodies, captivating rhythms, and plenty of musical surprises, as Monopolele’s magical atmosphere meets Raphael Gualazzi’s enchanting talent.
For four decades, the artists of the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain have enchanted audiences with their unique style and extraordinary ability to transform the ukulele into the star of irresistible performances. With genre-spanning arrangements and unmistakable wit, the historic British lineup continues to celebrate the art of the “bonsai guitar” around the world.
Jun01Sunday
⏰20:30 – 22:30
Monopolitans for a night
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Piazza Palmieri
Saba Anglana
Somalia 🇸🇴
A singer, performer and writer with firm roots in the horn of Africa, Saba Anglana is one of the most interesting and evocative singers on the European singing scene. He has participated in numerous projects with an international scope, bringing his artistic contribution to such diverse contexts as theaters, festivals, concert halls and jazz venues, as well as a fruitful pursuit of ethnic music often accompanied by traditional instruments such as the kora and the ‘ngoni. She has recently gained great recognition as a writer: her latest novel “La signora meraviglia” published at Sellerio was, in fact, a success.
Jun01Sunday
⏰20:30 – 22:30
Vivas + Anglana Monopolele Special Project
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Piazza Palmieri
Vinicius Vivas
Brazil 🇧🇷
Brazilian with a solid musical foundation. Indeed, he studied guitar, cavaquino and assimilated the great music of Villa Lobos. Then the lightning strike: meeting the ukulele. Vinicius Vivas has become the rising star of the ukulele world. He has toured all over the world and is considered one of the best teachers of the instrument. Able to range in different genres from gypsy manouche to light pop, his concerts are genuine lessons in musicality and beauty.
May31Saturday
⏰15:00 – 16:00
Ukulele Ensemble Workshop
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Santa Maria Amalfitana
Jun01Sunday
⏰20:30 – 22:30
Vinicius Vivas. The new ukulele hero
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Piazza Palmieri
Jun01Sunday
⏰20:30 – 22:30
Vivas + Anglana Monopolele Special Project
📍
Piazza Palmieri
Taimane
Hawaii 🇺🇸
Hawaiian from Honolulu, she is the undisputed queen of the ukulele. A great virtuoso on the instrument and a talented composer, Taimane has won numerous international awards and is known for engaging performances in which she mixes top-notch performance technique, bodily movement, and manages to turn her concerts into true moments of happenings.
May31Saturday
⏰21:00 – 23:00
Taimane the UKE Star!
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Piazza Palmieri
Francesco Loccisano
Italy 🇮🇹
A Calabrese, authentic champion and innovator of the chitarra battente, Francesco Loccisano boasts collaborations with the likes of Vinicio Capossela, Gianna Nannini, Eugenio Bennato and Spanish filmmaker Carlos Saura. An original composer and an authentic virtuoso of his instrument, Loccisano on stage is a real drag thanks to his superlative technique and the passion and enthusiasm he always communicates from the stage.
May31Saturday
⏰21:00 – 23:00
Vignola & Loccisano Mediterranean Project
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Piazza Palmieri
Danilo Vignola
Italy 🇮🇹
Lucano, is the Italian ukulele virtuoso par excellence. The most internationally known. An exalted composer, his music is filled with Mediterranean moods, in which flamenco, pizzica, jazz, and small gypsy and Indo-European reverberations are assembled into a pulsating, varied mixture of music that, every time, unleashes the enthusiasm of the audience.
May31Saturday
⏰21:00 – 23:00
Vignola & Loccisano Mediterranean Project
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Piazza Palmieri
Charlotte Pelgen
Germany 🇩🇪
A German musician and singer, Charlotte Pelgen specializes in the repertoire of 1920s, ’30s and ’40s tunes, perhaps the richest and happiest season of certain songwriting. Blessed with a beautiful voice, excellent strumming on the ukulele (and banjolele) and extraordinary interpretive skills, she is, by far, one of the best swing performers on the ukulele.
May31Saturday
⏰21:00 – 23:00
The swinging elegance of Charlotte Pelgen
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Piazza Palmieri
Jun01Sunday
⏰11:00 – 12:00
Swing Your Ukulele!
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Santa Maria Amalfitana
Ukulollo
Italy 🇮🇹
Ukulollo, born Lorenzo Vignando, is one of the most versatile Italian ukulelists among the best known also abroad. His concerts, often accompanied by multimedia fantasies, are known for their creativity, lightness and truly original and creative exploration of the big hits of the 80s and 90s. He founded the ukulollo power duo together with eclectic musician Vittorio Fioramonti. He was recently noted for “Teki,” an excellent editorial production in which science fiction, music, ukulele and superb illustrations create an interesting journey into the future.
May30Friday
⏰23:00 – 01:00
80s (but also 90s) disco party
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Caffè Mezzopieno
May31Saturday
⏰14:00 – 15:00
Play One Uke, Sound Like Two!
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Santa Maria Amalfitana
James Hill
Canada 🇨🇦
Canadian, Musician with a classical background but who has, early on, focused all his musical genius on the ukulele. Due to his incredible communication and creativity that characterize his performances, he has gained favor with audiences around the world. His educational site Uketropolis is a great reference for the worldwide community of Ukulele enthusiasts.
May30Friday
⏰20:30 – 22:30
The Great James Hill
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Piazza Palmieri
May31Saturday
⏰16:00 – 17:00
Swing, Ukulele, Swing
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Santa Maria Amalfitana
Adriano Bono
Italy 🇮🇹
Composer, musician, performer, he was one of the first great popularizers of the ukulele in Italy. Adriano Bono was the frontman (and author) of one of Italy’s happiest reggae and ska experiences (Le Radici nel cemento) and for years has been taking his Reggae Circus project around Europe, a veritable bandwagon of music, ukulele, bands and engaging circus performances and samples of Burlesque.
Le Cumbinate are an extraordinary musical reality from Puglia that manages to weave different musical styles into an explosive miscellany, drawing on the traditions and syncretisms of Latin America. From cumbia to reggae, from the Brazilian rhythms of the northeast to those of Argentina, the group travels between sounds as unique as those of the different instruments present: percussion, ukulele, woodwinds, accordion. Rhythm and lots and lots of energy that makes the audience go wild!
A German from Freiburg and founder of the Ukuleaves project, Larissa Leaves has, in a short time, won credit and affection from the entire ukulele community due to her performances imbued with great elegance and talent and for her virtuosic use of “percussive” technique on the instrument. His music, both original and interpreted, drips with rarefied atmospheres and sonic effervescence that delight every listener.
May30Friday
⏰20:30 – 22:30
Larissa’s UniKE atmospheres
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Piazza Palmieri
May31Saturday
⏰10:00 – 11:00
The Magic Corpus
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Santa Maria Amalfitana
Bad Mouse Orchestra
Germania 🇩🇪
The Bad Mouse Orchestra has as its putative fathers the likes of Roy Smeck and George Formby, the vintage sound, the enveloping swing harmonies of the 1920s and ’30s, a certain taste for elegance, and an incredible skill at restoring certain magical atmospheres in fascinating and engaging concerts. Charlotte, Stefen, Peter and Jake, their ukuleles in dialogue with a guitar and double bass bring this philosophy to the world: sound is like wine, when aged well it is delicious.
Larghetto Garibaldi is a small, inviting square where the vibrant Via Garibaldi gently opens up into a welcoming urban stage. Located in the very heart of Monopoli’s historic center, it combines the charm of narrow Mediterranean streets with the lively flow of residents and visitors. Thanks to its natural acoustics, constant foot traffic, and cozy proportions, Larghetto Garibaldi becomes the perfect spot for Saturday’s street performance—a dynamic prelude to the evening’s main concert with Raphael Gualazzi.
📅 street performance, may 31, 2025 🎸 Giulia Nervi 📍 Largo Garibaldi 📷 Marco Giannuzzi📅 street performance, may 31, 2025 📍 Largo Garibaldi 📷 Marco Giannuzzi📅 street performance, may 31, 2025 📍 Largo Garibaldi 📷 Marco Giannuzzi📅 street performance, may 31, 2025 📍 Largo Garibaldi 📷 Marco Giannuzzi📅 street performance, may 31, 2025 📍 Largo Garibaldi 📷 Marco Giannuzzi
The Chiesa di Santa Maria Amalfitana, nestled in the old town of Monopoli, is a striking example of Apulian Romanesque architecture. Built in the 12th century, the church reflects the cultural influence of the Amalfitan community that settled in the area during the Middle Ages. With its elegant stone façade, vaulted interiors, and atmospheric cloister, the space evokes a sense of history, serenity, and timeless beauty. In 2025, while Palazzo Palmieri undergoes restoration, the Chiesa di Santa Maria Amalfitana becomes the new headquarters of Monopolele – the Mediterranean Ukulele Festival. Throughout the festival, the church will host the workshop program, instrument exhibitions, and the official welcome desk, transforming its ancient stone halls into a living celebration of music and community. Open daily from 10:00 to 20:00 during the festival, the venue invites attendees to learn, explore, and connect in one of Monopoli’s most enchanting spaces.
📅 2025, jun 1 📍 Santa Maria Amalfitana 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 2025, jun 1 📍 Santa Maria Amalfitana 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 2025, jun 1 📍 Santa Maria Amalfitana 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 workshops, 2025, jun 1 📍 Santa Maria Amalfitana 📷 Nicole Depergola📅 workshops, 2025, jun 1 📍 Santa Maria Amalfitana 📷 Nicole Depergola
Largo Castello is a spacious square in front of Castello Carlo V, Monopoli’s historic coastal fortress. Overlooking the Adriatic Sea and surrounded by ancient city walls, this open-air venue blends history with breathtaking scenery. Its strategic location makes it a prime setting for cultural events, public gatherings, and live performances, offering a unique atmosphere where music and heritage come together.
📅 street performance, 2025, jun 1 📍 Largo Castello 📷 Nicole Depergola📅 street performance, 2025, jun 1 📍 Largo Castello 📷 Nicole Depergola📅 street performance, 2025, jun 1 📍 Largo Castello 📷 Nicole Depergola📅 street performance, 2025, jun 1 📍 Largo Castello 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 street performance, 2025, jun 1 📍 Largo Castello 📷 Valerie Tristan
Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, known as “Borgo” by locals, is Monopoli’s largest square and a key gathering spot between the historic center and the modern city. Designed in the late 18th century, it blends neoclassical elegance with a vibrant contemporary atmosphere. Lined with cafés, shops, and lush green spaces, the square is a dynamic hub of city life. During Monopolele 2025, Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II will host a special concert by Raphael Gualazzi, transforming this iconic space into an open-air stage where music, history, and community come together.
📅 street performance, 2025, jun 1 📍 Piazza Vittorio Emanuele 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 street performance, 2025, jun 1 📍 Piazza Vittorio Emanuele 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 street performance, 2025, jun 1 📍 Piazza Vittorio Emanuele 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 street performance, 2025, jun 1 📍 Piazza Vittorio Emanuele 📷 Nicole Depergola📅 street performance, 2025, jun 1 📍 Piazza Vittorio Emanuele 📷 Nicole Depergola
Piazza Garibaldi, in the heart of Monopoli’s historic center, is one of the city’s most charming and vibrant squares. During Monopolele, it serves as a key passage for all parades and hosts the tourist Info-Point, a central hub for festival attendees. The square is also home to the Rendella Library, an elegant neoclassical building that has hosted festival events in the past. With its outdoor cafés and lively atmosphere, Piazza Garibaldi is a must-visit spot where history and culture come together.
📅 workshops, 2025, jun 1 📍 Piazza Garibaldi 📷 Nicole Depergola📅 may 30, 2025, street performance 📍 Piazza Garibaldi 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 may 30, 2025, street performance 📍 Piazza Garibaldi 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 may 30, 2025, street performance 📍 Piazza Garibaldi 📷 Marco Giannuzzi📅 may 30, 2025, street performance 📍 Piazza Garibaldi 📷 Marco Giannuzzi
Teatro Radar, located in Monopoli, is a historic venue that has become a central hub for cultural events in the city. Originally constructed in the late 1930s, it underwent extensive renovations and reopened in 2018 after 33 years of closure. The theater now serves as a multifunctional space, hosting a variety of performances, including theater productions, concerts, and film screenings. Since 2023, Teatro Radar has played a significant role in the Monopolele Mediterranean Ukulele Festival. In 2023, it provided an indoor venue for concerts that were relocated due to inclement weather, ensuring the festival’s continuity. In 2024, the theater hosted a special concert by Giovanni Albini, offering attendees an exceptional musical experience within its historic walls. Teatro Radar’s blend of historical charm and modern amenities makes it an ideal setting for the festival’s diverse events.
📅 2023, Honolulu bound concert, may 21 🎸 Daniel Ho, Giulia Nervi, London Belles, McGraffio, Peppy & Vilizar, Ukulele Tuesday, Ukulele Uff, Ukulollo 📍 Teatro Radar 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 2023, Honolulu bound concert, may 21 🎸 Daniel Ho 📍 Teatro Radar 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 2023, Italian whim concert, may 20 🎸 Reggae circus 📍 Teatro Radar 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 2023, Honolulu bound concert, may 21 🎸 Daniel Ho, Giulia Nervi, London Belles, McGraffio, Peppy & Vilizar, Ukulele Tuesday, Ukulele Uff, Ukulollo 📍 Teatro Radar 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 2023, Honolulu bound concert, may 21 🎸 McGraffio 📍 Teatro Radar 📷 GIovanni Barnaba
Largo Portavecchia, a charming square in Monopoli, is a scenic spot nestled between the city’s historic walls and the azure Adriatic Sea. Surrounded by whitewashed buildings and offering stunning coastal views, it captures the essence of Monopoli’s seaside charm. The square is a popular gathering place, often bustling with life, and provides an ideal setting for cultural and musical events. Since 2022, Largo Portavecchia has been home to the lively jam sessions of Monopolele, the Mediterranean Ukulele Festival. Centered around the MezzoPieno Café, musicians and enthusiasts come together in this picturesque location to create an intimate and spirited celebration of music. The combination of the square’s coastal ambiance and the café’s welcoming atmosphere makes it a highlight of the festival, fostering creativity and community by the sea.
📅 jam session, 2025, jun 1 📍 Mezzo pieno 📷 Nicole Depergola📅 jam session, 2025, jun 1 📍 Mezzo pieno 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 jam session, 2025, jun 1 📍 Mezzo pieno 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 may 31, 2025, jam session 🎸 Calico 📍 Mezzo pieno 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 may 31, 2025, jam session 🎸 Giulia Nervi 📍 Mezzo pieno 📷 Valerie Tristan
Piazza Palmieri, the oldest square in Monopoli’s historic center, was originally named Piazza San Pietro. It is dominated by the 17th-century Palazzo Palmieri, a late-Renaissance palace that once belonged to one of the city’s most influential families. The square is also home to the Church of Saints Peter and Paul and the Church of Santa Teresa, both notable for their architectural and historical significance. Since the inception of Monopolele in 2022, Piazza Palmieri has served as the primary venue for major evening events, hosting performances by international artists and vibrant community gatherings. Its historic ambiance and central location make it an ideal setting for the festival’s main concerts and cultural activities.
The Church of Saints Peter and Paul, located in Monopoli’s historic center, is one of the city’s oldest churches, dating back to 329 AD. Originally dedicated to Saints Peter and Bartholomew, it features a Romanesque style, a white marble façade, and a simple interior with three naves separated by Corinthian columns. Though closed for worship, it remains a vibrant cultural hub. Since the first edition of Monopolele in 2022, the church has been a key venue for open-mic sessions, special events, and free Ukulele 101 sessions, introducing beginners to the joy of ukulele playing. Highlights include the sunset concert by Giovanni Albini and Davide Donelli (2022), a special performance by Silvana Bruno (2023), and a lively balfolk event in 2024, blending traditional folk dances with ukulele music.
📅 workshops, 2025, jun 1 📍 Chiesa di San Pietro 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 workshops, 2025, jun 1 🎸 Charlotte Pelgen 📍 Chiesa di San Pietro 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 workshops, 2025, jun 1 🎸 Strade aperte 📍 Chiesa di San Pietro 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 workshops, 2025, jun 1 📍 Chiesa di San Pietro 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 workshops, 2025, jun 1 📍 Chiesa di San Pietro 📷 Valerie Tristan
The Old Port of Monopoli, known as Porto Vecchio, is a historic harbor that has been central to the city’s maritime activities for centuries. Surrounded by ancient fortifications and traditional whitewashed buildings, it offers a picturesque setting that reflects Monopoli’s rich seafaring heritage. In recent years, Porto Vecchio has become a prominent venue for special events during the Monopolele Mediterranean Ukulele Festival. In 2023, it hosted performances by various ukulele bands, adding a vibrant musical atmosphere to the historic surroundings. The following year, in 2024, the port featured a lively one-man-band show by Adriano Bono, a veteran of the Italian reggae scene, who entertained audiences with his dynamic performance.
📅 ukes on the bay, may 30, 2025 📍 Porto vecchio 📷 Marco Giannuzzi📅 ukes on the bay, may 30, 2025 🎸 Bad mouse orchestra 📍 Porto vecchio 📷 Marco Giannuzzi📅 ukes on the bay, may 30, 2025 📍 Porto vecchio 📷 Marco Giannuzzi📅 ukes on the bay, may 30, 2025 🎸 Bad mouse orchestra 📍 Porto vecchio 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 ukes on the bay, may 30, 2025 🎸 McGraffio, Bad mouse orchestra 📍 Porto vecchio 📷 Valerie Tristan
Palazzo Palmieri, located in Monopoli’s historic center, is a prime example of late Baroque architecture inspired by Lecce. Commissioned by Francesco Paolo Palmieri in the late 18th century, the palace remained under the Palmieri family’s ownership until 1921. It features over a hundred rooms, many adorned with frescoes, and includes a gallery overlooking an external loggia designed to display art collections and ancient artifacts. Since 2023, Palazzo Palmieri has served as the headquarters for Monopolele, the Mediterranean Ukulele Festival. During the festival, the palace hosts a variety of activities, including free introductory ukulele lessons, instrument exhibitions, and workshops led by renowned artists. It operates daily from 10:00 to 20:00 throughout the festival, providing a central hub for attendees to engage with the event’s offerings.
📅 2024, jun 2, workshops 🎸 Pisco 📍 Palazzo Palmieri 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 2024, jun 1, workshops 🎸 Calico 📍 Palazzo Palmieri 📷 Valerie Tristan📅 2024, jun 2, workshops 🎸 Francesco Verginelli 📍 Palazzo Palmieri 📷 Marco Giannuzzi📅 2024, may 31 📍 Palazzo Palmieri 📷 Marco Giannuzzi📅 2024, may 31, workshops 📍 Palazzo Palmieri 📷 Marco Giannuzzi
