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 2025. You'll be spoilt for choice!
| Event | Date* |
| Mura Festival in Verona | May to August |
| Tener-a-Mente Vittoriale Festival in Gardone Riviera | 27/6 to 29/7 |
| Falconry Show at the Scaliger Castle in Malcesine | 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25/7 |
| Art show in the alleys of Limone sul Garda | 1, 8, 15, 22, 29/7 |
| Evening Handicraft Market in Bardolino | 1, 8, 15, 22, 29/7 |
| Art Festival "Acqua Azzurra" in Malcesine | 2 to 3/7 |
| Yoga & Pilates Classes at Sigurtà Garden Park | 2, 3, 10/7 |
| Shopping under the stars in Peschiera del Garda | 3, 10, 17, 24, 31/7 |
| Live Music in Toscolano Maderno | 4, 11, 18, 25/7 |
| Beer Festival in Torri del Benaco | 4/7 |
| Pazzasplash evening paragliding flight in Malcesine (loc. Morettine) | 5/7 |
| Street Wine Garda in Garda | 5 to 7/7 |
| Fiera di Valeggio in Valeggio sul Mincio | 5 to 7/7 |
| Antiques & Vintage Market in Desenzano del Garda | 6/7 |
| National Tennis Tournament in Bardolino | 6 to 20/7 |
| Musica dal lago - Cürèm dre in Manerba del Garda | 7, 14, 21, 28/7 |
| Live Music in Malcesine | 9, 13, 14, 17, 18, 21, 23, 31/7 |
| Folk Festival in Pio Corsetto, a city quarter in Garda | 10/7 |
| Street Food Festival in Salò | 10 to 13/7 |
| Garda's Blues Photo Exhibition in Peschiera del Garda | 11 to 31/7 |
| Pooh Tribute Concert in S. Martino della Battaglia (Desenzano) | 11/7 |
| Bonjovi Tribute Concert in Manerba del Garda | 12/7 |
| Radio Studio+ DJ set in Torri del Benaco | 12/7 |
| Palo della Cuccagna Greasy Pole Competition in Castelletto di Brenzone | 12/7 |
| Handicraft Market in Garda | 12 to 13/7 |
| Play sessions with wooden toys in Garda | 13/7 |
| Peschiera nel cuore - Concert in Peschiera del Garda | 14/7 |
| Adelio Bonacina Art Exhibition in Peschiera del Garda | 16 to 21/7 |
| Concert by Cellist Ana Rucner in Salò | 17/7 |
| Music Riva Festival in Riva del Garda | 17 to 28/7 |
| Minerva Musicae Jazz Festival in Manerba del Garda | 17 to 27/7 |
| New Generation Cocktails in Peschiera del Garda | 18 to 20/7 |
| Madonna del Carmine Folk Festival in Cavaion | 18 to 21/7 |
| Festival Dreamin in Sirmione | 18 to 20/7 |
| Brensonal Party in Brenzone sul Garda | 19/7 |
| Music Festival in Malcesine | 19 to 20/7 |
| Sardellata al Chiar di Luna Folk Festival in Garda | 19 to 21/7 |
| Firework display in Limone sul Garda | 20/7 |
| Sant'Anna Folk Festival in Calmasino | 23 to 27/7 |
| Live music at the Limonaia del Castèl in Limone sul Garda | 23/7 |
| Jovanotti Tribute Concert in Salò | 24/7 |
| Festa della contrada Spagna in Garda | 24/7 |
| Festa dell'Ospite Folk Festival in Marciaga | 24 to 27/7 |
| Art & Sound Vol.11 in Cavaion Veronese | 24 to 26/7 |
| Pacengo Inn Fest | 25 to 27/7 |
| Francesco De Gregori Tribute Concert in Brenzone sul Garda | 25/7 |
| Notte Rosa with Live Music in Torri del Benaco | 26/7 |
| Sant'Anna Folk Festival in Malcesine | 26/7 |
| Garda Jazz Festival in Torbole and Riva del Garda | 28/7 to 10/8 |
| Festa della contrada Porto in Garda | 31/7 |
Have also a look at the weekly markets on Lake Garda, where locals and tourists can find everything, from clothing and leather goods to jewellery to local produce.
If you are interested in an event but don't have an accommodation yet, then check out the Europlan hotels and holiday apartments in the best places on Lake Garda.
*Dates may be subject to change.
