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May 30th - Jun 1st - Monopolele 2025 Mediterranean Ukulele Fest - Hey Uke!
Logo 2025 May 30th - Jun 1st - Monopolele 2025 Mediterranean Ukulele Fest - Hey Uke!

Experience the Magic of Monopolele

Monopoli, Italy 30th may – 1st jun 2025

Experience the Magic of Monopolele

A Story of Music and Community

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.

Venues

Piazza Garibaldi

Piazza Garibaldi, in Monopoli’s historic center, is vibrant and charming, hosting Monopolele parades and the festival’s tourist Info-Point.

Teatro Radar

Teatro Radar, a historic Monopoli venue, reopened in 2018, hosts cultural events and key Monopolele concerts, blending history and modernity.

Caffè Mezzopieno

Largo Portavecchia, a scenic Monopoli square by the sea, hosts Monopolele jam sessions, blending coastal charm, music, and community spirit.

Piazza Palmieri

Piazza Palmieri, Monopoli’s oldest square, hosts Monopolele’s main events, combining historic charm, international performances, and cultural vibrancy.

Chiesa di San Pietro

The Church of Saints Peter and Paul, a Romanesque gem in Monopoli, hosts Monopolele open-mic sessions, workshops, and memorable performances.

Porto vecchio

Porto Vecchio, Monopoli’s historic harbor, hosts Monopolele events, blending maritime charm with vibrant performances, such as Adriano Bono’s 2024 show.

Palazzo Palmieri

Palazzo Palmieri, a Baroque gem in Monopoli, serves as Monopolele’s headquarters, hosting workshops, exhibitions, and ukulele lessons.

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