Tuesday Evenings (Lange Dienstage)
Every Tuesday in summer, the historic center of Merano turns into an open-air stage
About Tuesday Evenings in Merano
The highlight of the Merano summer
The Tuesday Evenings (in German Lange Dienstage) are one of the most beloved summer traditions in the capital of the Burgraviato district. Every Tuesday evening, from mid-July to late August, the historic center of Merano/Meran, in the Province of Bolzano (Trentino-Alto Adige), comes alive with music, lights, and joy: as the sun sets behind the peaks of the Tessa Group, this spa town with its ancient Habsburg traditions turns into a vibrant open-air stage.
Five live music stages
The heart of the event is live music: five stages spread across the center—along Corso Libertà, Via Cassa di Risparmio, and the Lungo Passirio Promenade—host bands and artists from 8:30 PM until 11:00 PM. Genres range from rock to pop, jazz to soul, and intimate acoustic sets, ensuring there is something for every taste. Those who love to dance will find the city's largest open-air dance floor in Piazza della Rena: from 9:00 PM, dance schools offer choreography and impromptu lessons in salsa and bachata, open to everyone.
Market, Kids Corner, and local flavors
From 6:30 PM, the craft market opens along the upper part of Corso Libertà, in front of the information office, featuring handmade creations, unique items, and regional products. Families with children can head to the Kids Corner set up in Piazza Terme (on the Kurpromenade in front of the Kurhaus), where clowns, magic shows, creative workshops, face painting, and Baby Dance take place from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Shops, bars, and restaurants in the center extend their opening hours, while visitors can enjoy South Tyrolean specialties and wines in a relaxed, convivial atmosphere.
A tradition that renews the city center
Organized by the Merano Tourist Board, the Tuesday Evenings attract residents and tourists alike every week, cementing their status as a symbol of the Merano summer. The formula combines free entertainment, the enhancement of the historic center, and the promotion of local products in one of the most elegant holiday destinations in the Alps.
Tuesday Evenings in Merano — edition 2026
The 2026 Tuesday Evenings in Merano are held every Tuesday from July 14 to August 25 (seven events). The historic center comes alive from 6:30 PM, when the craft market opens along Corso Libertà, continuing until late in the evening with live music and dancing.
The big news for the 2026 edition is the Kurhaus Wine Night: on the Kurhaus terrace, three selected wineries offer wine tastings paired with grilled specialties. All classic events are confirmed, with free admission.
Programme Tuesday Evenings in Merano 2026
Typical program for every Tuesday
- 6:30 PM — Opening of the craft market along Corso Libertà (upper part, in front of the information office), with extensions to the Lungo Passirio on some dates
- 8:00 PM–10:00 PM — Kids Corner in Piazza Terme (Kurpromenade, in front of the Kurhaus): clowns, magic, creative workshops, face painting, and Baby Dance
- 8:30 PM–11:00 PM — Live music on five stages (Corso Libertà, Via Cassa di Risparmio, Lungo Passirio Promenade): rock, pop, jazz, soul, and acoustic
- 9:00 PM–11:00 PM — Dance floor in Piazza della Rena with dance schools (salsa, bachata) and choreography open to all
New in 2026
Kurhaus Wine Night — tastings from three selected wineries with grilled specialties on the Kurhaus terrace.
The detailed band line-up varies from week to week; the full program is published on the official website merano.eu/martedisera.
Highlights Tuesday Evenings in Merano 2026
- Five live music stages in the historic center
- Open-air dance floor in Piazza della Rena
- Craft market and typical South Tyrolean products
- New for 2026: Kurhaus Wine Night on the Kurhaus terrace
Prices Tuesday Evenings in Merano 2026
Practical information — Tuesday Evenings in Merano
When
Every Tuesday evening from July 14 to August 25, 2026, from 6:30 PM until approximately 11:00 PM.
Where
Historic center of Merano (BZ): Corso Libertà, Via Cassa di Risparmio, Lungo Passirio Promenade, Piazza della Rena, and Piazza Terme (Kurpromenade).
How to get there
Merano is accessible by train via the Bolzano–Merano line (Merano station) and by car via the MeBo expressway (Bolzano–Merano). From the nearest airports, Verona or Innsbruck, you can continue by train or car. The center is pedestrian-friendly and easy to explore on foot.
Admission
All activities are free.
Contacts
Merano Tourist Board — tel. +39 0473 272000, e-mail [email protected], website merano.eu.
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Where does it take place — Tuesday Evenings in Merano
Centro storico di Merano
Corso Libertà, 39012 Merano/Meran