Midsummer Night

A night of music and tradition on Lake Ledro

Midsummer Night is one of the most anticipated summer events in Mezzolago, a village in the Municipality of Ledro, in the province of Trento (Trentino-Alto Adige). Every year in mid-July, the beach at the Parco Feste Mezzolago transforms into a natural stage overlooking the crystal-clear waters of Lake Ledro, one of the most beautiful and swimmable alpine basins in Trentino.

The event is organized by the Pro Loco Mezzolago, an association founded in 1952 that has spent decades preserving and promoting the traditions of this small lakeside community. Midsummer Night is perhaps its most evocative expression: a village festival that combines great music, authentic flavors, and the beauty of the lakeside landscape.

Live music on a raft in the middle of the lake

The heart of the evening is live Italian music, presented in a truly original setting: the band performs from a floating raft moored offshore, allowing the notes to drift across the water while the audience listens from the shore. Covers of the best Italian pop music, a tribute to the years that defined the local pop scene, and the rhythm of the DJ set accompany guests late into the night, amidst shimmering reflections and the magical atmosphere of the sunset over the lake.

Carne salà e fasoi: the flavors of the Ledro Valley

It wouldn't be a true Trentino festival without its cuisine. At Midsummer Night, the bar service offers refreshing drinks, and the food stall serves dinner featuring carne salà e fasoi, the signature dish of the Ledro Valley: beef marinated with salt, herbs, and spices, served with beans. A culinary pairing that tells the story of the alpine farming history of this region.

• Where: Parco Feste Mezzolago, on the beach of Lake Ledro
• When: Mid-July, starting in the evening
• What: Live music from a raft, DJ set, bar, and traditional dinner
• Who: Pro Loco Mezzolago

A summer of events in Mezzolago

Midsummer Night ideally kicks off the season of major summer festivals in Mezzolago, which continues in August with the famous Megapolenta di Patate, another historic event organized by the Pro Loco. Those visiting the Ledro Valley during this period will find a vibrant area, with well-equipped beaches, mountain hikes, and a rich calendar of events livening up the lakeside villages of the Municipality of Ledro.