Dawn Concert - Summer Solstice at the Rocca Borromea
The sun rising over Lake Maggiore to the sound of a Stradivari
About Arona Dawn Concert
A dawn concert on Lake Maggiore
The Dawn Concert in Arona is one of the most poetic events of the summer on Lake Maggiore. On the day of the summer solstice, when the night is at its shortest and the day at its longest, the Rocca Borromea Park opens its gates well before sunrise to welcome those looking for an extraordinary experience: listening to live music as the dawn light slowly settles over the lake's waters.
The event takes place in Arona, a town in the Province of Novara, Piedmont, overlooking the Piedmontese shore of Lake Maggiore. The Rocca Borromea, with its panoramic position and lush green park, is the iconic venue chosen for this musical ritual that welcomes the arrival of summer.
Guido Rimonda and his Stradivari
The star of the concert is violinist Guido Rimonda, musical director of the Viotti Festival and founder of the Camerata Ducale, who plays a rare Stradivari violin: the famous "Jean-Marie Leclair" from 1721, also known as "il Noir" due to the legend surrounding its former owner. The notes of this instrument, among the most precious in the world, blend with the colors of the sky and the lake's panorama, creating a spectacle that never fails to move the audience.
The Voices of Dawn
The Dawn Concert is part of the "Le Voci dell'Alba" (Voices of Dawn) series, an experience that combines the magic of music with the charm of nature awakening, featuring special events in iconic city locations such as the Rocca Borromea, Piazza del Popolo, and the Lido. The series is part of the major summer program "ArONa accendi la tua estate", organized by the City of Arona in collaboration with the Pro Loco and local associations.
Atmosphere and experience
- Gather at the first light of dawn to witness the sunrise over Lake Maggiore
- High-level live music in a unique natural setting
- Free shuttle train to easily reach the Rocca Borromea
- Complimentary breakfast for all participants at the end of the concert, featuring freshly baked brioches
- Free and completely open admission
It is an event perfect for those who love music, nature, and moments of reflection: waking up in the middle of the night to reach the Rocca and wait together for the first ray of sun, cradled by the notes of a Stradivari, is an experience that stays with you for a long time.
Arona Dawn Concert — edition 2026
L'edizione 2026 del Concerto all'Alba si tiene sabato 21 giugno 2026, nel giorno del solstizio d'estate, al Parco della Rocca Borromea di Arona. Il ritrovo è previsto alle prime luci dell'alba, intorno alle ore 5:00, per assistere al sorgere del sole sul Lago Maggiore accompagnati dalla musica dal vivo.
L'appuntamento rientra nella rassegna "Le Voci dell'Alba", parte del cartellone estivo "ArONa accendi la tua estate 2026", a partecipazione gratuita.
Programme Arona Dawn Concert 2026
Sabato 21 giugno 2026 - all'alba
- Ore 5:00 circa - Ritrovo al Parco della Rocca Borromea (trenino gratuito a disposizione)
- Concerto all'alba con Guido Rimonda, violino Stradivari "Jean-Marie Leclair" 1721, in accompagnamento al sorgere del sole sul Lago Maggiore
- Al termine: colazione gratuita con brioche appena sfornate per tutti i partecipanti
Il programma musicale dettagliato dei brani in esecuzione non e stato ancora reso pubblico dall'organizzazione.
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Practical information — Arona Dawn Concert
How to get there
Arona is well-connected: the train station is on the Milan-Domodossola line, just a few minutes from the town center. By car, it can be reached via the A26 motorway (Arona exit). For the concert, a free shuttle train is provided to take participants up to the Rocca Borromea Park.
Times
The concert takes place at dawn, with a meeting time around 5:00 AM on June 21st.
Costs
Free admission. A complimentary breakfast is offered to all attendees at the end of the concert.
Tips
We recommend comfortable clothing and a sweatshirt or light jacket: at dawn, by the lake, the air can be cool even in summer.
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Where does it take place — Arona Dawn Concert
Parco della Rocca Borromea
Via alla Rocca 22, 28041 Arona