Montags-Feschtl in Barbian

An evening of celebration in the heart of Barbiano

The Montags-Feschtl in Barbian is one of the most cherished summer festivals in the small municipality of Barbiano/Barbian, perched on the sunny slopes of the Isarco Valley in the province of Bolzano (Trentino-Alto Adige). As the name suggests in the South Tyrolean dialect — the "little Monday festival" — the event traditionally takes place on a Monday evening at the Festplatz, the village festival grounds, transforming the center of Barbiano into a lively outdoor meeting place.

Live music and village atmosphere

The heart of the evening is the live music provided by local bands: the 2026 edition features performances by the Waidbruck Musik Band (the band from Ponte Gardena) and the Jugendkapelle Barbian, the village's youth band. The sounds of South Tyrolean folk music and brass bands accompany an evening dedicated to tradition, blending Tyrolean melodies with rustic cheer. The festival typically begins around 7:30 PM and continues late into the night.

Good food and conviviality

True to the tradition of South Tyrolean Volksfeste, the Festplatz features stalls serving local culinary specialties and drinks: a perfect opportunity to savor the authentic flavors of the Isarco Valley in the company of locals and visitors alike. Admission is free, and the festival is designed for all ages, from families to groups of friends.

A Barbiano village tradition

Organized by the Tourismusverein Barbian together with the Musikkapelle Barbian, the Montags-Feschtl is a staple of the village summer and perfectly embodies the community spirit of South Tyrolean towns, where the local brass band and tourism association bring village life to the fore. A similar event is also held in the hamlet of Colma/Kollmann, also within the municipality of Barbiano.

Where to find Barbiano

The municipality of Barbiano overlooks the Isarco Valley, between Chiusa and Ponte Gardena, in a scenic location easily accessible from the Brenner motorway. Its church with the characteristic leaning bell tower and the hiking trails leading to high-altitude mountain huts provide the perfect backdrop for an authentically Tyrolean evening of celebration.