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PalaDozza
The PalaDozza in Bologna, in the heart of the city, is an iconic venue steeped in seventy years of history, passion and major events.
How to get there
By car
From the A14 / A1 / A13 motorways: follow the Bologna ring road (Tangenziale) and take Exit 5, Lame.
Continue along Via Marco Polo → Via Zanardi → Piazza Azzarita.
From the inner ring road, follow the signs for Centro / Stadio / Porta San Felice.
By train
Bologna Centrale railway station is well connected by regional and high-speed trains.
Once you arrive, the PalaDozza can be reached by taxi or public transport. Take bus 33 towards Porta Lame and get off at Palasport / Porta Lame. Alternatively, take bus 39 towards San Felice and get off at Palasport.
By airplane
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): approximately 9 km from the PalaDozza. From the airport, you can reach Bologna Centrale railway station via the Marconi Express, which takes approximately 7 minutes, or by taxi. From the station, the PalaDozza can be reached by bus or on foot.
Partner Parking for DaTE 2026
A special parking agreement is available at Gran Garage Incoronata – Via dell’Incoronata 22 (Piazza Municipio) – just a short walk from Salone Margherita.
RATES
Exhibitors: special rate reserved for DaTE 2026 exhibitors. For information: date@dateyewear.com
Visitors: discounted rate of €25 for up to 12 hours (time slot 8:00 am – 8:00 pm), valid upon presentation of the event entrance pass. For information: frontdesk@dateyewear.com
PalaDozza
Piazza Azzarita, 3
40122 Bologna
Opening Hours
Saturday, September 11 from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
Sunday, September 12 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Monday, September 13 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm (with possible extension on request).
Good to know
Minors may enter under the full responsibility of the accompanying adult.
Small dogs are welcome, provided they are kept on a leash.
Opening hours for Visitors and Press:
Saturday: 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Opening hours for Exhibitors:
Saturday: 9:30 am - 8:00 pm
Saturday: 9:30 am - 7:00 pm