Ferragosto Festival

The Ferragosto Festival in Canal San Bovo

In the heart of the Vanoi Valley, nestled among the mountains of south-eastern Trentino, the Ferragosto Festival is the event that has long marked the highlight of summer in Canal San Bovo, the valley's main town in the province of Trento. It is organized by the Pro Loco Canal San Bovo - Gobbera, an association founded in 1994 and run by young volunteers who, as they put it, dedicate themselves to "bringing the village to life with various activities, especially in summer."

Gastronomic stalls and evenings under the marquee

The heart of the festival is the village's Party Area, featuring a large marquee that hosts the gastronomic stand and musical evenings. For two days around mid-August, lunches and dinners featuring mountain cuisine are followed by live concerts, DJ sets, and dance parties that keep everyone, young and old, dancing until late. It is the classic village gathering where hot food, music, and good company matter more than any polished program.

A mountain Ferragosto between tradition and community

The Ferragosto Festival is part of a summer full of initiatives signed by the Pro Loco, including cabaret shows, local craft markets, non-competitive races, and children's entertainment. During the same Ferragosto period, the town also hosts La Peschedada, a non-competitive race open to everyone, while a few days later the village celebrates the San Bortol Festival, its patron saint's feast. Experiencing Ferragosto in Canal San Bovo means immersing yourself in the authenticity of the Vanoi Valley and Trentino-Alto Adige, far from the crowds of more touristy spots, with the genuineness of a mountain community gathering to be together.

Why attend

• Genuine Trentino cuisine at the Party Area's food stand
• Musical evenings with concerts, DJ sets, and dancing under the marquee
• Authentic village atmosphere, family-friendly
• An opportunity to discover the Vanoi Valley and the surrounding Dolomites