Wine, local flavours and music in the park of Villa Fedora on Lake Maggiore
Bavinum is one of the most beloved events of the Baveno summer: an evening dedicated to wine, local flavours and music, held in the picturesque park of Villa Fedora, overlooking Lake Maggiore in Baveno, in the province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola (Piedmont). With a tasting glass in hand, visitors stroll among the exhibitors' stalls, discovering labels from Upper Piedmont and local gastronomic excellence in a relaxed and convivial atmosphere.
The heart of the event lies in the wine tastings and samples of typical products. The festival showcases wineries from the Novara area and Upper Piedmont, with producers such as Edoardo Patrone, Paride Chiovini and La Piemontina offering sparkling, white and red wines from the Colline Novaresi. Alongside the wine, food stalls offer traditional flavours, creating a culinary journey that highlights the gastronomic excellence of the Lake Maggiore area.
The evening is punctuated by live music, which accompanies the tastings. For those who want to extend the party, the After Bavinum features a live DJ set that keeps the park buzzing until late at night, turning the food and wine aperitif into a true summer party on the lake.
Bavinum is organised by the Department of Culture of the City of Baveno with the support of local associations and bodies. Over the years, it has become one of the key events in the municipal summer calendar, attracting both residents and tourists thanks to a formula that combines good wine, local products and music in one of the most beautiful historic villas on the lakefront.
Entry includes a ticket with a tasting glass, with discounted rates available for online pre-sale on the official website. To facilitate travel, a free shuttle bus service is available from various points in the area, subject to availability: a convenient and responsible way to enjoy an evening of tastings on Lake Maggiore.
The 7th edition of Bavinum was held on Saturday, May 23, 2026, starting at 6:30 PM in the park of Villa Fedora in Baveno. As per tradition, the evening offered tastings of selected wines and samples of local products, accompanied by live music. Following this, the After Bavinum featured a live DJ set from 11:00 PM to 1:30 AM. A rain date was scheduled for June 1st in case of bad weather.
Featured wineries included: Edoardo Patrone (Basin sparkling wine), Paride Chiovini (Athena and Eros wines) and La Piemontina (Lacrime di Gioia, Colline Novaresi).
In case of bad weather, the event was scheduled to be held on Monday, June 1st.
Baveno is located on Lake Maggiore, in the province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola. By car, it can be reached via the A26 motorway (Baveno/Stresa exit); by train, the Baveno station is on the Domodossola-Milan line. The Villa Fedora park is located in the town centre.
During the evening, a free shuttle bus service is available (Intra - Fondotoce - Feriolo - Villa Fedora), subject to availability.
Admission is 30 euros with a tasting glass included; online pre-sale starts from 20 euros while stocks last. Pre-sale and information at www.bavinum.it.
Baveno Tourism Office: +39 0323 924632 - [email protected].
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Parco di Villa Fedora
Parco di Villa Fedora, 28831 Baveno