Rock in Cava
Rock and punk concerts in a quarry in Massimeno, in the heart of the Brenta Dolomites
Edition 2026 not confirmed to date
This edition has not been confirmed by the organiser to date. We recommend checking before going.
About Rock in Cava
Rock in Cava: live music between rock walls
Rock in Cava is a music festival held in a striking quarry in Massimeno, a small village in the Val Rendena, in the province of Trento, in the heart of the Trentino-Alto Adige region. Just a short distance from Pinzolo and at the foot of the Brenta Dolomites, the event transforms a working extraction site into a natural open-air stage, where rock walls become the backdrop and resonance chamber for rock and punk concerts.
A quarry turned into a stage
What makes Rock in Cava an unconventional event is its location: not a theatre or a town square, but a mountain quarry. The stark and fascinating setting gives the concerts a unique atmosphere, nestled between the grandeur of the stone and the greenery of the surrounding peaks. The festival was born from the passion of the local community and is organized by the Pro Loco Massimeno, which manages hospitality, logistics, and catering services during the evenings.
Quality live music
Despite taking place in a small mountain village, Rock in Cava has successfully attracted prominent names from the Italian music scene. The 2025 edition featured Punkreas, a historic band of the Italian punk rock scene, for an evening dedicated to the thirtieth anniversary of the album Paranoia e Potere. The choice of the Massimeno quarry by established artists testifies to Trentino's focus on quality live music and the growing reputation of this festival.
A community event
Rock in Cava is much more than a concert: it is a moment of celebration and gathering for Massimeno and the entire Val Rendena. The evenings combine the power of live music with a convivial atmosphere, with food and drink stalls run by volunteers and a diverse audience arriving from all over the valley and nearby tourist resorts like Pinzolo and Madonna di Campiglio.
A unique natural setting
Attending a concert in a quarry, surrounded by the mountains of Trentino, is an unforgettable experience. The combination of music, nature, and the unmistakable landscape of the Brenta Dolomites makes Rock in Cava one of the most original offerings of the Trentino summer, appealing as much to rock fans as to those looking for authentic, locally-rooted events.
Rock in Cava — edition 2026
Rock in Cava 2026
At the moment, the official dates and program for the 2026 edition of Rock in Cava in Massimeno, in the Val Rendena, have not been announced. The event is usually held in the summer, in July, in the striking quarry of the Trentino village. Updates on the line-up, times, and tickets will be published on the official channels of the festival (Instagram and Facebook) and by the Pro Loco Massimeno.
Practical information — Rock in Cava
Location
Rock in Cava is held in a quarry in Massimeno (TN), in the Val Rendena, a short distance from Pinzolo, in the Trentino-Alto Adige region.
How to get there
By car, you can reach Massimeno via the SS239 road of the Val Rendena, exiting towards Pinzolo. The nearest airports are Verona and Bergamo-Orio al Serio. In summer, the area is served by connections to the main tourist resorts in the valley.
Tickets and information
Admission is paid. For dates, programs, and presales, we recommend following the official social media channels of the event (Instagram @rock_incavamassimeno and the Rock in Cava Massimeno Facebook page) and the Pro Loco Massimeno.
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Where does it take place — Rock in Cava
Cava di Massimeno