City officials and heritage authorities clash over a telecom installation in viale Belfiore, visible from key viewpoints of Florence’s historic skyline.

Organisers are considering a multi-day format with a second stage and high-end camping, while the 2026 edition introduces new sustainability and payment measures.

The historic instrument, silent for over 60 years, has been restored with support from Friends of Florence and will be inaugurated with a public concert on 24 April 2026.

Italian aviation groups ask for more flexibility in the Entry/Exit System after delays of up to three hours at border controls across Europe.