Maschere del Garda — Carnival of Toscolano Maderno
The Carnival on the Toscolano Maderno lakefront
About Maschere del Garda
Carnival overlooking the lake
In Toscolano Maderno, on the Brescia side of Lake Garda, Carnival is celebrated along the Lungolago Zanardelli, where the "Maschere del Garda" event transforms the lakeside promenade into a day of celebration for the entire community. Colorful stalls, inflatables for children, food stands, and music liven up the lakefront from morning to late afternoon.
Costume contest
The heart of the event is the "Maschere del Garda" contest, open to anyone who wishes to participate with their own costume: registration is done directly on-site. Historical costume figures from the Christian Hubmann association, inspired by the 17th-century Gonzaga carnivals, also join the festivities, adding a re-enactment touch to the day.
A village festival on Lake Garda
Organized by the Municipality of Toscolano Maderno, the event is part of the broader carnival calendar of the Brescia side of Lake Garda towns, offering an event designed primarily for families, in one of the lake's most picturesque settings.
Maschere del Garda — edition 2026
The 2026 Carnival of Toscolano Maderno is scheduled for Sunday, February 15, on the Lungolago Zanardelli. From 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, the lakeside promenade hosts stalls, inflatables, food stands, and music, in a day designed for families.
The protagonist is the "Maschere del Garda" contest, with registration directly on-site. Adding to the festivities are the historical costume figures from the Christian Hubmann association, inspired by the 17th-century Gonzaga carnivals. The event is part of the carnival calendar for the Lake Garda towns, which will be lively from February 12 to 17, 2026.
Programme Maschere del Garda 2026
Sunday, February 15, 2026 — Lungolago Zanardelli
- From 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM — lakefront animated with stalls, inflatables, food stands, and music
- "Maschere del Garda" costume contest — on-site registration
- Parade of historical costume figures from the Christian Hubmann association, inspired by the 17th-century Gonzaga carnivals
Highlights Maschere del Garda 2026
Prices Maschere del Garda 2026
Practical information — Maschere del Garda
How to get there
Toscolano Maderno can be reached by car along the Gardesana Occidentale (SS45 bis). By ferry, the Lake Garda navigation service connects the town with other lakeside locations.
Where and when
The festival takes place on Lungolago Zanardelli, typically from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Costume contest
Registration for the contest is directly on-site on the day of the event.
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Where does it take place — Maschere del Garda
Lungolago Zanardelli
Lungolago Zanardelli, 25088 Toscolano-Maderno