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Festa delle Contrade

Musica · June 18, 2026 – August 15, 2026 · Garda, VR

Experience the heart of Italian tradition with eight vibrant evenings of local celebrations in Garda, leading up to the spectacular Palio delle Contrade on August 15th. Each contrada (district) hosts its own lively street party, starting at 8:45 PM in various squares and streets across the town. Immerse yourself in a festive atmosphere of popular traditions and local culture, all building anticipation for the grand Palio event.

📅 Program

Join the festivities on select evenings, with each contrada hosting its own celebration: 📅 Thursday, June 18th at 8:45 PM - Festa Contrada Losa (Via Manzoni); 📅 Thursday, July 9th at 8:45 PM - Festa Contrada Antiche Mura (Via Antiche Mura); 📅 Thursday, July 16th - Festa Contrada Rosa; 📅 Monday, July 20th at 8:45 PM - Festa Contrada Spagna (Via Spagna); 📅 Thursday, July 23rd at 8:45 PM - Festa Contrada Piasa (Piazzetta San Giovanni); 📅 Thursday, July 30th at 8:45 PM - Feste Contrade Corsetto and Pio (Vicolo del Pio and Via Garibaldi); 📅 Monday, August 3rd at 8:45 PM - Festa Contrada Borgo (Lungolago Europa); 📅 Thursday, August 6th at 8:45 PM - Festa Contrada Porto (Piazza dei Capitani). The grand finale, the Palio delle Contrade, takes place on 📅 Sunday, August 15th.