Saint Mark's Festival in Peschiera del Garda
The Venetian festival with a historical procession in the fortress on Lake Garda
About Saint Mark's Festival
Saint Mark in Peschiera, Venetian Heritage
The Saint Mark's Festival in Peschiera del Garda, in the province of Verona, is celebrated on April 25th, the feast day of Venice's patron saint. The town, once an important fortress of the Most Serene Republic of Venice, pays homage to its roots with a Venetian festival and a evocative historical procession that winds through the walled center.
The Historical Procession
The highlight of the day is the historical reenactment, with costumed participants recalling the era when Peschiera was a key stronghold in the Venetian defense system on Lake Garda. The festival combines the symbolic significance of April 25th—a date that in Venice also coincides with the Festa del Bocolo (Festival of the Rosebud)—with the rediscovery of the town's historical heritage.
A UNESCO World Heritage Fortress
Peschiera del Garda is renowned for its fortified walls, a UNESCO World Heritage site as part of the "Venetian Works of Defence." Saint Mark's Festival is the perfect opportunity to explore this extraordinary system of walls, bastions, and canals, experiencing the historic center on a festive day that recalls its past.
Between Veneto and Lake Garda
Overlooking the lake at the border between Veneto and Lombardy, along the Mincio River, Peschiera del Garda retains the charm of a border town. The festival of its historical patron saint is an event that inextricably links the town to the grand tradition of the Serenissima.
Saint Mark's Festival — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Saint Mark's Festival will be held on April 25th in Peschiera del Garda. The town, a former Venetian fortress, will reenact its past with a Venetian festival and a historical procession through the walled UNESCO center, honoring the patron saint of Venice. Detailed program with times and procession route will be announced by the Municipality closer to the event.
Programme Saint Mark's Festival 2026
The detailed 2026 program will be announced by the Municipality of Peschiera del Garda closer to the event. The festival traditionally includes:
- Historical procession with participants in Venetian costume through the streets of the fortified center
- Celebrations in honor of Saint Mark, patron saint of Venice
- Entertainment and reenactment moments in the historic center
Highlights Saint Mark's Festival 2026
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Practical information — Saint Mark's Festival
How to get there
Peschiera del Garda is reachable by car from the Peschiera exit of the A4 motorway. Peschiera del Garda train station is on the Milan-Venice line. The nearest airport is Verona Villafranca.
Where and When
Historic center of Peschiera del Garda (VR), on April 25th.
Information
Municipality of Peschiera del Garda.
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Where does it take place — Saint Mark's Festival
Centro storico di Peschiera del Garda