80th parade of illuminated boats and fireworks display

80th parade of illuminated boats and fireworks display


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Start Time: 14/08/2026 @ 19 :00 End Time: 16/08/2026 @ 23:59 Gravedona ed Uniti
80th parade of illuminated boats and fireworks display

The closing night, on August 16 (dinner and music), is cancelled due to bad weather.

In keeping with tradition, on Friday, 14 August from 9 p.m. the 80th edition of the Parade of illuminated boats and fireworks display will take place on the lakeside road in Gravedona ed Uniti. Special guest of this edition: Giulio Maceroni (guitarist). 

The eve of Ferragosto for Gravedona ed Uniti is a special date, the most heartfelt appointment for the citizens. The festival has been held every year since 1946, at the end of World War II, with the parade of illuminated boats built by groups of volunteers during the winter. The lakeside road and the various squares in the centre come alive with lights and scents, amidst food stands and good music. Not to be missed is the great fireworks display, whose colours and magic enchant everyone. 
This edition will be enhanced by the presence of rock guitarist Giulio Maceroni, known for his performances at major international sporting events and special guest of the night, who will perform live on a barge, treating the audience to a unique show set against the backdrop of the boat parade and the fireworks.

Programme:

  • Friday 14 August: 
    - From 7 pm: Festival of flavours and music under the stars - Food and drink stalls in the various squares on the lakeside; 
    - At 9 pm: 80th Parade of Illuminated boats; 
    - Following the boat parade: Live performance by rock guitarist Giulio Maceroni on a barge; 
    - Followed by: Great fireworks display;
    - Until late at night: Music and a disco.
  • Saturday 15 August: 
    - From 7.30 pm, in Trieste Square: Ferragosto Fest - Dinner and music by Pedesina Jazz Band; 
    - Awards ceremony for the 80th Parade of the Illuminated Boats. 
  • Sunday 16 August CANCELLED: 
    - From 7.30 pm, in Trieste Square: Ferragosto Closing Night - Dinner and music by De Beat.  

To access the lakeside road of Gravedona ed Uniti on the evening of 14 August, you will need to pay an entrance ticket, which can be purchased on the evening itself at the various access points. Price: € 3.00

For more info:
Infopoint Gravedona ed Uniti: infopoint.gravedona@northlakecomo.net - +39 0344 85005 (every day: 9.30 am-1 pm/3 pm-6 pm | 14 August: 9.30 am-1 pm)

For more info about the special guest Giulio Maceroni: www.giuliomaceroni.com 

Organized by Pro Loco Gravedona with Municipality of Gravedona ed Uniti

Communication and event promotion activity carried out with the support of Fondazione Cariplo

Lakeside road

Viale Umberto I - GRAVEDONA ED UNITI


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