What to do on Lake Garda in July? The hottest month of the year heats up the atmosphere with numerous events. Let's have a look at the highlights in this story!
What takes place on Lake Garda in July? July is the month of folk festivals, fireworks and open-air events. Food and wine, folklore and traditions will make you experience an authentic part of Italian life in a particularly beautiful region, where scenic landscapes, comfort and all kind of tourist services go hand in hand.
Here's a list of the most interesting events on Lake Garda in July 2026. You'll be spoilt for choice!
| Event | Date* |
|---|---|
| Mura Festival in Verona | from 28 May to 2 August |
| Falconry Show at the Scaliger Castle in Malcesine | on Mondays and Fridays |
| Live Music at the Limonaia del Castèl in Limone sul Garda | 1, 8, 22 and 29 July |
| Italian Opera Stars in Desenzano del Garda | 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 July |
| Springwell Leeds Academy Concert in Affi | 2 July |
| Dire Straits Tribute Concert in Malcesine | 3 July |
| Food Stalls & Live Music in Lazise | from 3 to 5 July |
| Festa di San Luigi in San Martino della Battaglia | from 3 to 5 July |
| Garda in Jazz 2026 in Garda | from 27 June to 4 July |
| Yellow Night in Bardolino | 4 July |
| Parasplash in Malcesine (Loc. Morettine) | 4 July |
| Eurodonne Charity Market in Peschiera del Garda | 4 and 5 July |
| Arts and Crafts Market in Garda | 4 and 5 July |
| 104° Folk Festival in Valeggio sul Mincio | from 4 to 6 July |
| Yoga and Pilates Classes at Sigurtà Garden Park | from 4 June to 9 July |
| ABBA Tribute Concert in Limone sul Garda | 5 July |
| Classical Music Concert in Campo di Brenzone | 5 July |
| Cara Vecchia Gargnano Folk Festival in Gargnano | 5 July |
| Art Exhibition in the alleys of Limone sul Garda | 7, 14, 21 and 28 July |
| San Luigi Folk Festival in Bussolengo | from 8 to 12 July |
| Pac&Go Food & Music in Pacengo | 8 and 15 July |
| Street Food Festival in Salò | from 9 to 12 July |
| Soul Express Concert in Peschiera del Garda | 10 July |
| Virtual 5.30 Run in Brenzone sul Garda | 10 July |
| Festa dell`Agola Folk Festival in Brenzone sul Garda | 10 July |
| Loredana Bertè Tribute Concert in Desenzano del Garda | 10 July |
| Jazz on the Road in Desenzano del Garda | 11 July |
| White Night in Malcesine | 11 July |
| Street Wine Garda in Garda | from 11 to 13 July |
| Celentano - The Tribute Show in Desenzano del Garda | 12 July |
| Cuccagna Fun Competition with Street Food & Music in Brenzone sul Garda | 12 July |
| Live Music in Tremosine | 12 July |
| Curem Dré - Concerts on the lake in Manerba del Garda | 13 July |
| Dreamin Festival in Sirmione | from 17 to 19 July |
| III^ di Luglio Folk Festival in Lazise | from 17 to 19 July |
| Drone Light Show in Lazise | 18 July |
| Sardellata al Chiar di Luna Folk Festival in Garda | from 19 to 21 July |
| Curem Dré - Concerts on the lake in Manerba del Garda | 20 July |
| Pink Floyd Tribute Concert in Malcesine | 24 July |
| Pacengo Inn Fest | from 24 to 26 July |
| Curem Dré - Concerts on the lake in Manerba del Garda | 27 July |
| EuroBalkan Concert in Limone sul Garda | 28 July |
| Classical Music Concert in Lazise | 28 July |
| Cyclamen Festival in Cassone di Malcesine | from 31 July to 2 August |
*Dates may be subject to change.
Markets on Lake Garda
Every day of the week, at least one town is hosting a colourful market. Go shopping for local delicacies, clothing, leather bags, and much more.
