Fireworks

Fireworks on Lake Garda: shows on water

Lake Garda is the ideal place to admire breathtaking fireworks. In the summertime, the lake turns into a perfect stage; reflected in the lake water, the fireworks gain a magical atmosphere.

Don't miss the chance to see this iconic summer event by choosing to rent a boat to enjoy the fireworks display directly from the lake or by laying on one of the beautiful beaches waiting for the fireworks to start. Whether young or old, there is no age to appreciate the beauty of fireworks on Lake Garda.

In summer there are many occasions to enjoy these colorful spectacles in the sky and reflections in the lake, such as the fireworks at mid-August on Lake Garda, perhaps after a beautiful day spent on a boat relaxing.

Below is the calendar of firework displays on Lake Garda in summer:

MAY FIREWORKS

24/05/2026 - Limone sul Garda ‘Fuochi d'artificio’ - Live music on the Lungolago Marconi from h21:00. Fireworks at 22:30. 

JUNE FIREWORKS  

• 01/06/2026 - Bardolino ‘Il Palio del Chiaretto’ - Bardolino during the celebrations for the Palio del Chiaretto, between tastings and concerts offers a musical show on the lakeside at h22:00.
  

JULY FIREWORKS (dates currently being updated)

• 12/07/2026 - Limone sul Garda ‘Fuochi d'artificio’ (Fireworks) - Live music on the Lungolago Marconi from h21:00. Fireworks at 22:30.
• 19/07/2026 - Lazise ‘III di Luglio’ During the ancient and famous Lazise fair, the Palo della Cuccagna (Cockaigne Pole) game will take place. Then the celebrations will end with a fireworks display.
• 24/07/2026 - Malcesine ‘Fuochi di Sant'Anna’ - The fireworks display will be held at h22:30 on the Malcesine lakefront during the traditional Sant'Anna Festival.
• 27/07/2026 - Calmasino, Bardolino ‘Festa di Sant'Anna’ - To end the traditional Festa di Sant'Anna di Calmasino (Bardolino) in style, there will be a magnificent fireworks display at h23:00.

AUGUST FIREWORKS (dates currently being updated) 

• 02/08/2026 – Cassone, Malcesine – "Festa dei Ciclamini" (Cyclamen Festival) – The Cassone di Malcesine Cyclamen Festival will conclude on Sunday evening with a fireworks display at 10:30 pm.
• 02/08/2026 – Gargnano – "Festa dell'Ospite" (Guest Festival) – A traditional local festival featuring food stalls and entertainment for both adults and children. The event concludes with the customary fireworks display.
• 03/08/2026 – Moniga del Garda, Porto di Moniga – Live rock music followed by a fireworks display over the lake.
• 05/08/2026 – Colà di Lazise – Feast of Our Lady of the Snows – Fireworks display.
• 11/08/2026 – Maderno Bay – Feast of St. Herculanus – The famous Mercato del Forte market along the lakeside promenade, followed by the renowned fireworks display at 11:00 pm.
• 14/08/2026 – Limone sul Garda – "Yellow Night" – Entertainment, live music, and children's activities from 8:00 pm along the Marconi lakeside promenade and in the historic centre. The fireworks display in Limone sul Garda will begin at 11:00 pm.
• 15/08/2026 – Garda – Palio delle Contrade – The day concludes with the traditional fireworks display over the water.
• 23/08/2026 – Lazise – A spectacular pyromusical show combining fireworks and music, visible from the Marconi lakeside promenade in Lazise, marking the grand finale of the three-day Festa dell'Ospite.
• 29/08/2026 – Salò – Live music along the lakeside promenade from 9:00 pm, followed by a fireworks display over the Gulf of Salò at 11:00 pm. 

SEPTEMBER FIREWORKS (dates currently being updated) 

• 03/09/2026 - Campagnola, Malcesine ‘Festa di Campagnola’ - In the locality of Campagnola, in Malcesine, there will be an event with gastronomic stands ending with fireworks at h22:30.
• 12/09/2026 - Limone sul Garda ‘Fuochi d'artificio’ - Live music on the Lungolago Marconi from h21:00. Fireworks at 22:30. 

OCTOBER FIREWORKS (dates currently being updated) 

• 06/10 - Bardolino ‘Festa dell'Uva e del Vino’ - Have a long weekend of wine tasting and partying! To conclude at h22:00 on the stretch of water in front of the port there will be fireworks in Bardolino.

N.B. the dates of events on Lake Garda where fireworks are planned may be subject to reconfirmation or cancellation, close to the date, due to unforeseeable circumstances or bad weather. We advise you to always check before you travel.

This is the calendar of the best fireworks on Lake Garda throughout the year. As advised above, it is a good idea to check close to the period at tourist offices, on the websites of individual municipalities or organisers, because some dates or programmes may be subject to change. In any case, you will find good alternatives for enjoying the many traditional shows and festivals on Lake Garda!