Past Events
San Giovanni Firework Show
June 28th, 2025
Join us for an unforgettable evening aboard one of our exclusive wooden boats to celebrate one of the lake’s most iconic traditions: the Festival of San Giovanni.
Enjoy a magical cruise across Lake Como, accompanied by live music and culminating in a spectacular fireworks display over the enchanting Comacina Island. Inspired by a historic event, this vibrant celebration transforms the bay into a stage of lights and reflections, as hundreds of boats gather under the night sky—framed by the breathtaking scenery of Ossuccio.
PROGRAM
9:00 PM – Boarding and navigation through Lake Como’s most iconic landmarks:
Villa Fontanelle (Moltrasio), Villa Pliniana (Torno), Villa Oleandra (Laglio), the Orrido gorge (Nesso), and Villa Balbianello (Tremezzina)
10:00 PM – Arrival and anchoring in front of Comacina Island
10:30 PM – Fireworks display
11:15 PM – Return navigation
12:00 Midnight – Arrival at Villa d’Este
INFORMATION & RESERVATIONS:
Date: June 28, 2025
For information and reservations, please contact our Guest Relations team:
Tel. +39 031 348 500
E-mail: guestrelations@villadeste.it
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