Dall'Ara Stadium 2026

Dall'Ara Stadium, Bologna

The Stadio Renato Dall'Ara is Bologna's main stadium and the home of Bologna FC. Designed by Giulio Ulisse Arata and inaugurated in 1927 as the Stadio Littoriale — with a friendly between Italy and Spain — it was among the first stadiums to make the stands part of the architecture itself, an approach that influenced stadium design far beyond Italy. It takes its name from Renato Dall'Ara, the club president who led Bologna for three decades, and today holds 36,532 spectators.

Alongside football the bowl has long doubled as a concert venue, its scale and setting beneath the hills making it Bologna's stage for the biggest touring shows.

Getting there

The stadium stands at Via Andrea Costa 174, west of Bologna's historic centre. Its position on a major city artery makes it straightforward to reach from the centre; on match and concert days, plan for road closures and heavier traffic around the surrounding streets.

Frequently asked questions

How many people does the Dall'Ara Stadium hold? The stadium has a capacity of 36,532 spectators.

When was the Dall'Ara built? It was inaugurated in 1927 as the Stadio Littoriale, opening with a friendly between Italy and Spain, and was later renamed after long-time club president Renato Dall'Ara.