Sorrento Coast Science Festival 2026: science in the Sorrento peninsula
From 9 to 12 April 2026, the Sorrento Peninsula hosts the first edition of the Sorrento Coast Science Festival, an event dedicated to scientific dissemination that involves institutions, experts and the public in a program full of meetings, shows and activities.
Promoted by IANUAE cooperative of cultural services and by the SLAM association, with the support of the municipalities of the peninsula and the Sorrento Foundation, the festival was created with the aim of describing science in an accessible and engaging way.
The central theme of the 2026 edition is “Migrations”, a concept that crosses nature, society and culture, interpreted as a vital force and fundamental principle of every system.
Sorrento Coast Science Festival 2026: complete program
The Sorrento Coast Science Festival transforms the Sorrento Peninsula into a large dissemination space, involving symbolic places, squares, paths and cultural spaces.
Through a multidisciplinary program, the festival offers:
- scientific conferences and talks
- educational laboratories
- excursions in the area
- shows and performances
- activities dedicated to schools
A project that combines knowledge, entertainment and active participation.
Guests of the Sorrento Coast Science Festival 2026
Among the protagonists of the event are important popularizers and personalities from the national scientific scene:
- Federico Benuzzi
- Beatrice Mautino
- Alberto Grandi
- Massimo Di Maio
- Giuseppe Barbera
- Umberto Guidoni
- Barbascura X
A line-up that guarantees high-level content, accessible to a wide audience.
9 April 2026: Opening of the Sorrento Coast Science Festival
The inaugural day marks the official start of the festival, with the presentation of the theme “Migrations” and the protagonists of the 2026 edition.
An introductory moment designed to involve the public and kick off four days of events dedicated to science.
10 April 2026: Conferences and educational activities
The second day will be mainly dedicated to meetings with disseminators and activities for schools.
Talks, workshops and moments of discussion will offer a scientific interpretation of the topic of migration, involving students and citizens.
11 April 2026: Excursions and workshops in the area
The festival also moves outdoors, with excursions and activities in the area organized in collaboration with local bodies and associations.
An opportunity to closely observe natural phenomena and understand the concept of migration through direct experience.
April 12, 2026: Final show with Barbascura
The final day culminates with the show “Sono qui per Caos”, scheduled for 9pm.
An event that combines scientific dissemination and entertainment, closing the festival with an engaging moment accessible to all.
Usefull Information about Sorrento Coast Science Festival
- Event: Sorrento Coast Science Festival 2026
- Dates: 9 – 12 April 2026
- Location: Sorrento Peninsula
- Theme: Migrations
- Organization: IANUAE, SLAM, Municipalities of the Sorrento Peninsula, Sorrento Foundation
