The Marostica Human Chess Game.

2026 EDITION
Every two years, in the enchanting Piazza degli Scacchi, over 650 performers in magnificent period costumes bring to life a legendary love story set in the mid-15th century.
Born from the theatrical script by Mirco Vucetich, the Chess Game tells the tale of the beautiful Lionora the castellan’s daughter, whose hand is decided by a game of chess.
On one side, hundreds of citizens create a unique performance; on the other, a cutting-edge theatrical production with breathtaking sets, advanced technologies, lights, and sounds that immerse the audience in a magical atmosphere.
Against the backdrop of the city walls, with the Castello Inferiore as a stunning stage, a grand amphitheater with 3600 numbered seats welcomes spectators for four unforgettable evenings.

A journey through time that has been captivating audiences for over a century.