Celtic Days – Lake Idro
Edition 2026 Folk Celtic music Heritage

Celtic Days – Lake Idro

A Celtic village on the shores of Lake Idro

Idro — Brescia (017) Since 2003
Dates 01 Jul — 31 Jul 2026
Location Idro (017)
Prices Free
Status

About Celtic Days

Every summer, Parco Idrogym, on the shores of Lake Idro, transforms into an open-air Celtic village. The Celtic Days blend historical re-enactment, live music, crafts, and gastronomy inspired by the traditions of Northern European peoples. For four days, encampments, battles, concerts, and a market animate the Brescia side of the lake, culminating in the spectacular Battle of the Lake between Celtic tribes and Roman legions. Free admission.

The Celts return to Lake Idro

The Celtic Days are one of the most evocative events of the summer on Lake Idro, in the province of Brescia. The Parco Idrogym, in the hamlet of Crone in the Municipality of Idro, transforms for four days into an authentic Celtic village, dedicated to the historical re-enactment of Northern European peoples. A dive into the past that combines historical accuracy and spectacle, capable of captivating adults and children.

Re-enactment, encampments, and battles

The heart of the event is the historical re-enactments, curated by volunteers from the Confraternita del Leone: about a hundred participants take turns offering visitors an immersive experience, with encampments, ancient crafts, battles, and conferences. The highlight is the Battle of the Lake, the spectacular clash between local Celtic tribes and the legions of the Roman Empire, which concludes the event.

Music, crafts, and Celtic flavors

Every evening, the festival features concerts and shows with prominent guests from the folk and Celtic music scene. The market area offers unique artisanal products, while the food stalls serve dishes and drinks inspired by Celtic traditions, for an authentic journey through flavors as well. The atmosphere, amidst music, bonfires, and re-enactments, recreates the charm of a distant world.

An event for the territory

For Idro and the entire Valle Sabbia, the Celtic Days represent an identity event that enhances the lake and its hinterland. Free admission makes it a popular and accessible event, capable of attracting visitors from all over the province of Brescia and beyond, united by a passion for history, music, and Celtic traditions.

Celtic Days — edition 2026

The Celtic Days return in July 2026 to Parco Idrogym on Lake Idro, with the established format combining Celtic re-enactment, live music, crafts, and gastronomy. The precise dates and the program for the 2026 edition will be announced by the organizers shortly before the event.

For summer 2026, the Celtic Days festival confirms its date at the Parco Idrogym in Crone, on Lake Idro. The event, organized by the Confraternita del Leone, maintains its proven structure over four days in July, featuring historical encampments, re-enactments, evening concerts, a market area, and Celtic-themed food stalls. The exact dates and the musical program for the 2026 edition will be published by the organizers on the official website and social media channels in the weeks preceding the event.

Programme Celtic Days 2026

The detailed program for Celtic Days 2026 will be announced by the organizers shortly before the event. The usual structure includes four days with historical encampments and re-enactments curated by the Confraternita del Leone, conferences, shows, evening concerts of folk and Celtic music, an artisan market area, themed food stalls, and, as a grand finale, the Battle of the Lake between Celtic tribes and Roman legions. Updates on the official website.

Highlights Celtic Days 2026

The Battle of the Lake between Celts and Roman legions, the historical encampments of the Confraternita del Leone, and the evening concerts of Celtic music.

Prices Celtic Days 2026

Free admission. Food stalls and market are paid.

Practical information — Celtic Days

Where

Parco Idrogym, Lake Idro, Crone hamlet of Idro (BS).

How to get there

Idro is reached by car along the SS237 del Caffaro, which connects Brescia to Valle Sabbia and Lake Idro.

Admission

Free admission. Camping is not permitted in the event area; glass bottles and glasses, and dangerous objects are prohibited.

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Where does it take place — Celtic Days

Parco Idrogym, Lago d'Idro – Crone

Parco Idrogym, Crone, 25074 Idro

Contact Celtic Days

Celtic Days in brief

Folk Celtic music Heritage Medieval Historical reenactment Folk traditions Crafts Outdoor Free Brescia

History of Celtic Days