San Lorenzo Festival in Nesso
Lake dishes and fireworks on the night of San Lorenzo
About San Lorenzo Nesso
The San Lorenzo Festival in Nesso
San Lorenzo is the patron saint of Nesso, a charming village in the province of Como perched on the eastern shore of Lake Como, famous for its gorge and the waterfall that plunges between the houses. Every year, on the night of August 10th – the night of San Lorenzo – the Pro Loco organizes the festival in honor of the saint.
Flavors of the Lario
The heart of the festival is the table: the kitchen opens in the evening, around 7:30 PM, with typical traditional Larian dishes. Don't miss the polenta uncia, polenta seasoned with butter and cheese, and missoltini, dried lake fish (agone) preserved according to an ancient recipe, a symbol of Como gastronomy. The village comes alive with stalls and convivial moments in the alleys overlooking the water.
Fireworks on the Lake
Among the most anticipated moments is the fireworks display that illuminates the lake, traditionally on August 11th, offering attendees the magic of fireworks reflected on the water. For the Municipality of Nesso and the Province of Como, the San Lorenzo Festival is an identity event that combines devotion, gastronomy, and landscape in one of the most scenic settings on the Lario.
San Lorenzo Nesso — edition 2026
The 2026 edition takes place on the night of San Lorenzo, around August 10th. Based on recent editions, the Pro Loco opens the kitchen in the evening with polenta uncia, missoltini, and other specialties from Como's tradition, while fireworks illuminate the lake, traditionally on August 11th. Detailed dates and program will be announced by the organizers closer to the event.
Programme San Lorenzo Nesso 2026
The detailed program for the 2026 edition will be announced by the Pro Loco of Nesso. Based on recent editions: kitchen opens in the evening (around 7:30 PM) with typical Larian dishes – polenta uncia, missoltini, and other specialties – and a fireworks display on the lake, traditionally on August 11th.
Highlights San Lorenzo Nesso 2026
The traditional Larian missoltini and polenta uncia, and the fireworks reflected on Lake Como.
Prices San Lorenzo Nesso 2026
Practical information — San Lorenzo Nesso
When
Around August 10-11, on the night of San Lorenzo.
Where
Historic center and lakefront of Nesso (CO).
Admission
Free entry; kitchen service is paid.
How to get there
Nesso is located on the eastern shore of Lake Como, along the SS583 Lariana road connecting Como to Bellagio. It is reachable by car and bus; in summer, access to the village may be regulated, it is advisable to check available parking.
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Where does it take place — San Lorenzo Nesso
Centro storico di Nesso, lungolago