Brisino in Festa 2026: Events and Schedule

From August 4 to August 16, 2026, Brisino Festival returns, one of the most anticipated summer events in the hills above Stresa. The festival brings the village to life with a packed programme of events featuring delicious food, live music, and social gatherings, welcoming residents, tourists, and families alike.

Throughout the festival, food stands will be serving grilled dishes, traditional cuisine, and daily specials, alongside live music performances and entertainment that will keep visitors enjoying the atmosphere until late in the evening. Covered seating areas will also be available, allowing dinners to take place even in the event of uncertain weather.

Brisino Festival 2026 Programme

Tuesday, August 4

The festival opens with the 3rd Brisinese Run – Run for Brisino, a sporting event for both adults and children.

The programme includes:

• 7:00 pm – Race start;
• 9:30 pm – Awards ceremony followed by Stresa Disco Fever with DJ Gra.Pin.

Friday, August 7

An evening dedicated to traditional flavours featuring the local specialty:

Brisino-style Pork Ribs.

From 9:30 pm, enjoy live music with Organi Geniali.

Saturday, August 8

The kitchen will serve one of the most popular summer specialties:

Paella.

From 9:30 pm, sing and dance with Max Rinaldi.

Sunday, August 9

The evening's featured specialty will be pork shank, accompanied by live music.

At 9:30 pm, enjoy a Vasco Rossi tribute concert performed by Vaskonvolti.

Friday, August 14

The evening begins with:

• 6:30 pm – Mini Olympics awards ceremony;
• 7:30 pm – Dinner featuring risotto with ossobuco.

At 9:30 pm, everyone is invited to join the karaoke night with MK Music.

Saturday, August 15

Ferragosto will be one of the highlights of the festival.

The programme includes:

• 10:00 am – Solemn Holy Mass;
• 7:30 pm – Mixed fried seafood specialty;
• 8:30 pm – Evening torchlight procession;
• 9:30 pm – Concert by The Fakes.

Sunday, August 16

The festival concludes with:

• 7:30 pm – Porchetta specialty;
• 9:30 pm – Happy Music with Washing Machine.

Food and Local Specialties

Brisino Festival is also a favourite event for lovers of good food. Each evening features a different menu, with freshly prepared dishes and specialties that change throughout the festival.

Highlights of the 2026 edition include:

• Brisino-style Pork Ribs;
• Paella;
• Pork Shank;
• Risotto with Ossobuco;
• Mixed Fried Seafood;
• Porchetta.

In addition to the daily specialties, the grill and kitchen service will always be available.

Music and Entertainment

Every evening will feature live performances and entertainment, with a programme designed to appeal to visitors of all ages.

DJ sets, cover bands, karaoke, and live music will make Brisino Festival the perfect opportunity to enjoy a summer evening filled with great food and entertainment.