From 16 July to 9 September 2026, the Stresa Festival returns, one of the most important music festivals in Italy and Europe. Now in its 65th edition, the Festival offers almost two months of concerts combining classical music, jazz and contemporary sounds in some of the most fascinating venues on Lake Maggiore.

Under the artistic direction of cellist Mario Brunello, the Stresa Festival is renowned for the quality of its artistic programme and its ability to showcase the local area through music. The 2026 programme will feature internationally acclaimed artists and ensembles performing in iconic venues such as the Stresa Festival Hall, the Borromean Islands, the Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso, the Rocca Borromea of Angera, Villa Ponti in Arona and, for the grand finale, the prestigious Teatro alla Scala in Milan.

The 2026 edition is organised around four musical paths: Jazz, Young, Classic and Antiqua, offering a rich calendar of events for both music lovers and visitors wishing to enjoy a unique cultural experience on Lake Maggiore.

The Four Souls of the Stresa Festival

This year once again, the Festival is divided into four musical sections, each dedicated to a different artistic language.

Jazz

The Jazz section will bring internationally renowned artists to Lake Maggiore, including Dhafer Youssef, Raphael Gualazzi, Luca Sestak, the Kebyart Quartet, Accordi Disaccordi and Renaud Garcia-Fons, ranging from contemporary jazz to Mediterranean influences and world music.

Young

Designed for younger and more curious audiences, the Young section presents three concerts dedicated to electronic music and new sounds featuring Umarell, Faccianuvola and Lorenzo Senni on Isola dei Pescatori.

Classic & Antiqua

The historical heart of the Stresa Festival features an extensive programme of concerts dedicated to the great composers of classical music, performed by some of the finest orchestras, conductors and soloists on the international stage.

Stresa Festival 2026 Programme

July

16 July – 9:00 PM | Stresa Festival Hall (Stresa)
SHIRAZ with Dhafer Youssef
Ticket: €30

17 July – 9:00 PM | Stresa Festival Hall (Stresa)
Luca Sestak Trio
Ticket: €25

18 July – 9:00 PM | Stresa Festival Hall (Stresa)
Raphael Gualazzi Trio
Ticket: €30

22 July – 9:00 PM | Isola Madre
CAPRICCI
Tickets: €50 or €35

24 July – 9:00 PM | Isola Bella
Acoustics and Electrics Vibes with Accordi Disaccordi
Ticket: €35

25 July – 9:00 PM | Isola Bella
La Vie Devant Soi with Renaud Garcia-Fons
Ticket: €35

30 July – 9:00 PM | Isola dei Pescatori
Umarell
Ticket: €25

31 July – 9:00 PM | Isola dei Pescatori
Faccianuvola
Ticket: €25

August

1 August – 9:00 PM | Isola dei Pescatori
Lorenzo Senni – Eureka!
Ticket: €25

19 August – 8:00 PM | Stresa Festival Hall
Mirrors & Nature
Tickets: €50 or €30

20 August – 8:30 PM | Rocca Borromea di Angera
Bach Sonatas
Ticket: €35

21 August – 8:30 PM | Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso (Leggiuno)
Bach Solo Suites (I)
Ticket: €50

22 August – 8:30 PM | Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso (Leggiuno)
Bach Solo Suites (II)
Ticket: €50

23 August – 8:00 PM | Isola dei Pescatori
Traviata
Ticket: €40

24 August – 7:30 PM | Isola dei Pescatori
Dinner with Traviata
Ticket: €120

26 August – 8:00 PM | Stresa Festival Hall
Beethoven
Ticket: €35

27 August – 8:30 PM | Isola Bella
Dolce Cantavi
Ticket: €40

29 August – 8:00 PM | Stresa Festival Hall
Bach & Beyond
Ticket: €35

30 August – 8:00 PM | Stresa Festival Hall
Dvořák
Tickets: €50 or €30

September

1 September – 8:00 PM | Villa Ponti (Arona)
Nocturne
Ticket: €35

2 September – 8:00 PM | Stresa Festival Hall
Zappa & Zappa
Ticket: €35

4 September – 8:00 PM | Stresa Festival Hall
Rhapsody in Blue
Ticket: €35

6 September – 8:00 PM | Stresa Festival Hall
Le Concert
Tickets: €50 or €30

9 September – 8:00 PM | Teatro alla Scala (Milan)
Mahler Academy Orchestra
Tickets: €90, €70, €50 or €30

Tickets and How to Purchase

Tickets for the Stresa Festival 2026 can be purchased through the official Stresa Festival website, via the Vivaticket network, or directly at the Festival box office.

Box Office

Address: Via Carducci 38, 28838 Stresa (VB)

Telephone: +39 0323 31095

E-mail: boxoffice@stresafestival.eu

Opening Hours

• Monday to Friday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• On concert days: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM, including Saturdays and public holidays.
• At each concert venue, the box office opens one hour before the performance.

Discounts

Several concessions are available:

• Under 30: Music P@ss for €15 (subject to availability) and free admission to selected concerts.
• Over 65: 10% discount.
• Partner membership cards: 10% discount.

Useful Information

• Tickets are refundable only in the event of concert cancellation, within five days.
• The Stresa Festival Management reserves the right to make changes to the programme.
• After the performance has begun, admission to the venue is no longer permitted.
• In case of bad weather, outdoor concerts will be moved to the Stresa Festival Hall.

Why Attend the Stresa Festival

Attending the Stresa Festival means enjoying an experience that goes far beyond simply attending a concert. Each event offers the opportunity to listen to some of the finest musicians on the international scene in unique settings, where the beauty of the Borromean Islands, Lake Maggiore, and historic residences blends perfectly with outstanding music.

Whether you are passionate about jazz, classical music or contemporary sounds, the Festival is an unmissable opportunity to spend a special evening in Stresa, immersed in one of the most prestigious cultural events of the Italian summer.