Bardolino Cold Wine Festival Returns August 28–30 Between Bardolino and Lazise

Bardolino Freddo returns from **28 to 30 August 2026** between **Bardolino and Lazise**, featuring chilled tastings of **Bardolino Classico DOC**, live music and performances, food offerings, and initiatives focused on the local area. The event’s **third edition** is promoted by the **Municipalities of Bardolino and Lazise** and the **Fondazione Bardolino Top**, with the patronage of **Regione Veneto** and the **Consorzio Vini Bardolino**.

The official opening is set for **Friday 28 August** at the **Parco di Villa Carrara Bottagisio**, where the ribbon-cutting will take place at **6:30 pm** in the presence of mayors **Daniele Bertasi** and **Damiano Bergamini**. After that, the lakeside promenade will host musical aperitifs, while the **Italian Opera Concert** is scheduled in the **Sala della Disciplina**, followed by a live show dedicated to Bud Spencer and Terence Hill film soundtracks. Across Bardolino, the program includes guided walks through vineyards and olive groves with a final tasting in a winery, plus activities with creative artisans from **AMA** and tastings by participating wineries.

On **Saturday 29 August**, the **operetta gala “Tace il labbro… ma brinda il calice”** will be held at **8:30 pm** at Parco Carrara Bottagisio with **Katia Ricciarelli**. On **Sunday**, **La Soca** will lead the tasting **“Vitigni dal passato per i vini rossi e freddi del futuro”**, followed by the **funk-soul concert** by **Zoe Safari**. In Lazise, the **Lungolago Marconi** will host wineries and concerts by **Metro Cadillac**, **Terra Sonora** and **Trio Fantasy**, with food including **Verona IGP Peach**, risottos from **Ente Fiera Isola della Scala**, and dishes from the **Fiera della Polenta di Vigasio**; entry is free, while tastings require purchasing the official kit at the participating wineries.
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