ABOUT THE EVENT
The Strokes at Unipol Arena, Casalecchio di Reno (Bologna)
The Strokes plays Unipol Arena in Casalecchio di Reno (Bologna), Italia on Saturday, October 17, 2026, billed as "Reality Awaits – Posti riservati Mastercard". The listed start time is 21:00 local time.
The Strokes formed in New York City and helped spark the early-2000s garage rock revival with Is This It. They tour less often than many of their peers, which makes their headline shows sought after.
Event details
- Tickets
- On sale on Ticketmaster
THE LIVE SHOW
What The Strokes concerts are like
A Strokes concert is short, sharp and unpredictable. The band plays tight, fast versions of Last Nite, Reptilia, Someday and The Adults Are Talking, and headline sets are usually around an hour and a half.
Julian Casablancas is known for rambling, deadpan talk between songs, and some nights feel loose while others are razor-focused. The crowd, many of whom grew up with the early albums, sings the guitar lines as much as the lyrics. Songs from The New Abnormal, such as Bad Decisions, fit easily alongside the early material.
Tips for the Casalecchio di Reno (Bologna) show
- Do not expect a very long headline set; arrive in time to catch the support act as well.
- The front of the floor gets pushy on Reptilia and Last Nite, so pick your spot early.
New to the music? Is This It and Room on Fire are the essentials; most of the set comes from them.
Fans of The Strokes also read our guides to Fontaines D.C., Kings of Leon and Jack White.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
About The Strokes
The Strokes are an American rock band formed in New York City in 1998. The line-up of Julian Casablancas, Nick Valensi, Albert Hammond Jr., Nikolai Fraiture and Fabrizio Moretti led the early-2000s garage rock revival.
Their debut album Is This It is regarded as one of the most influential rock albums of its decade. After a long gap, The New Abnormal (2020) won the band its first Grammy.
- Origin
- New York City, United States
- Genre
- Indie rock / garage rock
- Active since
- 1998
- Notable work
- Is This It (2001), Room on Fire (2003), First Impressions of Earth (2006), Angles (2011), The New Abnormal (2020)
- Known for
- Last Nite, Reptilia, Someday, You Only Live Once, The Adults Are Talking
Career highlights
- Is This It is frequently ranked among the greatest albums of the 2000s.
- The New Abnormal won the Grammy for Best Rock Album.
- Key figures in the early-2000s New York rock revival.
Getting to Unipol Arena
Unipol Arena is the venue for The Strokes' Casalecchio di Reno (Bologna) show. Check the venue's entry times and bag policy before the day, and plan your route home in advance, as large concerts often finish when public transport is at its busiest.
Travelling to Casalecchio di Reno (Bologna) for the concert
Because it is a Saturday show, the concert crowd lands on top of the usual weekend visitors, so hotels in Casalecchio di Reno (Bologna) are worth booking early.
With a 21:00 start, the show will end late in the evening. Check the last train or bus back to where you are staying before you set off, and fly in the day before so a delayed flight does not cost you the concert.
Frequently asked questions
When does The Strokes play Unipol Arena?
The Strokes is scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 21:00 local time at Unipol Arena.
How do I get to Unipol Arena?
Unipol Arena is in Casalecchio di Reno (Bologna), Italia. Use the map link on this page to plan your route and check local public transport options for the evening.
Open location in Google MapsWhere can I buy The Strokes tickets for Casalecchio di Reno (Bologna)?
Through the official Ticketmaster listing linked on this page; FlyVentis does not sell tickets itself.
What should I listen to before seeing The Strokes?
Is This It and Room on Fire are the essentials; most of the set comes from them.
Who are the members of The Strokes?
The Strokes are Julian Casablancas, Nick Valensi, Albert Hammond Jr., Nikolai Fraiture and Fabrizio Moretti.
What are The Strokes' most famous songs?
Their most famous songs include Last Nite, Reptilia, Someday, You Only Live Once and The Adults Are Talking.
