What to do on Lake Garda in August? The most popular month for holidaymakers offers lots of events in the beautiful surroundings of Italy`s largest lake.
August is the month of village fairs, firework displays and open-air events. Food and wine, concerts and traditions of this region will amaze you and make your stay memorable!
Here's a list of the most interesting events on Lake Garda in August 2026, to make the most of your summer holiday!
| Event | Date* |
|---|---|
| Falconry Show at the Scaliger Castle in Malcesine | on Mondays and Fridays |
| Live Music in Toscolano Maderno | on Wednesdays and Fridays |
| Cyclamen Festival in Cassone di Malcesine | from 31 July to 2 August |
| Madonna della Neve Folk Festival in Colà di Lazise | from 1 to 5 August |
| Mura Festival in Verona | until 2 August |
| Handicraft & Vintage Market in Desenzano del Garda | 2 August |
| Drive-In Cinema in Manerba del Garda | 2 and 3 August |
| Folk Festival at Contrada Borgo (Garda) | 3 August |
| Art Exhibition in the alleys of Limone sul Garda | 4, 11, 18, 25 August |
| Handicraft Market under the Stars in Manerba del Garda | 4, 11, 18, 25 August |
| Live Music at the Limonaia del Castèl in Limone sul Garda | 5, 12, 19, 26 August |
| Pac&Go Food & Music in Pacengo | 5, 12, 19 August |
| Madonna della Neve Folk Festival on Mount Baldo (Malcesine) | 5 August |
| Pop Corn Rock in Desenzano del Garda | 5 August |
| Live Music in Manerba del Garda | 5, 6, 26, 27 August |
| Italian Opera Stars in Desenzano del Garda | 6, 13, 27 August |
| Handicraft Market in Peschiera del Garda | 6, 13, 20, 27 August |
| Exclusive Handmade Market in Lazise | 6, 13, 20, 27 August |
| Live Music in Malcesine | 6, 7, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27 August |
| Magic Nights with Live Music in Campo (Brenzone sul Garda) | from 7 to 10 August |
| International Chamber Music Festival in Toscolano, Gardone, Tignale | 8, 16, 19, 30 August |
| Malcesine Blues Festival | 8 August |
| Queen Tribute Concert in Limone sul Garda | 8 August |
| Watermelon Festival in Bure (San Pietro in Cariano) | from 8 to 17 August |
| Garda Jazz Festival in Riva del Garda, Tenno, Canale di Tenno, Arco | until 9 August |
| Firework Display in Pescantina | 10 August |
| Manerbeer Festival in Manerba del Garda | from 11 to 15 August |
| Desenzano Buskers Show | 12 August |
| Summer-Aperitivo & Festival of Colours in Bardolino | 12. August |
| Play Sessions with Wooden Toys in Garda | 14, 15, 30 August |
| Yellow Night with Firework Display in Limone sul Garda | 14 August |
| Genesis Tribute Concert in Malcesine | 14 August |
| Palio delle Contrade Folk Festival in Garda | 15 August |
| Art, Crafts and Wellness Fair in Malcesine | 15 and 16 August |
| Stars of Opera at Sigurtà Garden Park | 17 August |
| San Bernardo Folk Festival in Garda | from 17 to 20 August |
| Classical Music Concert in Lazise | 18 August |
| San Bernardo Folk Festival in Manerba del Garda | from 18 to 20 August |
| Festa della Quarta d'Agosto Folk Festival in Costermano sul Garda | from 20 to 24 August |
| Festa dell'Ospite Folk Festival in Lazise | from 21 to 23 August |
| U2 Tribute Concert in Limone sul Garda | 23 August |
| Fairytale Festival in Riva del Garda | 26 August |
| Il Bardolino Freddo Wine Festival in Bardolino | from 28 to 30 August |
| Asso99 Eurocup in Malcesine | from 28 to 30 August |
| Salò Creativa Arts & Crafts Market in Salò | 30 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.
