July 11 - July 12, 2026
Starting from 20,00 €🎺 The Valdidentro Band Festival is back: music, tradition and celebration for its 21st edition
Once again this year, Valdidentro is preparing to welcome one of the summer’s most anticipated events: the Rassegna Bandistica di Valdidentro, now in its 21st edition.
Organized by the Banda Musicale Santa Cecilia di Valdidentro, conducted by Maestro Alessandro Pacco, the festival has long been a time for gathering, celebration and sharing, bringing together music, popular culture, band tradition and entertainment.
Over time, the event has become a benchmark for residents and visitors alike, drawing bands and ensembles from different parts of Italy to Valdidentro.
A true celebration of music, where the sound of the instruments, the energy of the parades and the passion of the musicians create a unique atmosphere that engages all generations.
🎶 A weekend of music and conviviality
The festival will take place over two days packed with events.
Saturday
The event begins on Saturday evening at the Polifunzionale Rasin:
At 9:00 PM, there will be a concert by the Banda Musicale Santa Cecilia di Valdidentro, conducted by Maestro Alessandro Pacco, together with the Corpo Musicale Santa Cecilia di Inveruno.
Next, the stage will be set for the energy and rhythm of the Funkasin Street Band, who will liven up the evening with their infectious and engaging style.
Sunday
On Sunday morning, starting at 10:00 AM, the heart of the event will move to Isolaccia: from Piazza IV Novembre, after all the bands have performed on the church steps, the traditional parade will set off, bringing color, sound and energy to the village streets.
The bands will then perform at the Polifunzionale di Rasin, offering the audience a sequence of always exciting and captivating performances.
This will be followed by a convivial moment open to everyone: the Festival Lunch, a perfect opportunity to share in the spirit of the event.
Meal vouchers can be purchased in advance for € 20,00.
To close the day, the musical performances by the groups will continue, again in the outdoor area of the Polifunzionale Rasin.
Festival lunch menu
- Penne with saffron and sausage
- Pork fillet with lemon sauce and rosemary potatoes
- Valtellina bisciola with chamomile-flavored cream
Meal vouchers can be purchased in advance for € 20,00.
🎺 The featured bands
Corpo Musicale Santa Cecilia di Inveruno (Milan)
The Corpo Musicale Santa Cecilia di Inveruno was founded in 1884 as a joint-stock company. Its history spans key moments of the twentieth century, from the suspension of activities during the First World War to the restoration, after the Second World War, of the original name Corpo Musicale Santa Cecilia.
Over the years, the band has managed to renew itself, keeping its bond with the community alive and investing in the training of new musicians. Since 1996, it has been directed by the current conductor Rosabianca Perego. Today the Banda d’Inveruno has around 47 members and continues to promote music courses taught by qualified instructors.
ShowBand Majorettes Folk Veneto APS (Venice)
ShowBand Majorettes Folk Veneto APS was born from the evolution of the former band of Vigonovo, which in 1968 became a folk group with the arrival of the majorettes, among the first in Italy.
One of the group’s most recognizable features is the presence of the Bersagliere, a distinctive element introduced in the mid-1970s on the occasion of a national Bersaglieri gathering. Over time, the group has grown thanks to the commitment of majorettes, musicians and companions, bringing a parade of color, music and choreography to many towns and cities in Italy and abroad.
The band is conducted by Maestro Massimiliano Barzon, while the majorettes are coordinated by Captain Ilenia Berto.
Funkasin Street Band – San Donato del Piave (Veneto)
The Funkasin are a Venetian street band made up of 3 percussion instruments and 11 wind instruments, capable of reinterpreting different genres with original arrangements. Their style blends the traditional sounds of brass and drums with the rhythm of rock, funk, disco and techno hits.
Created as a traveling show in 2012, the Funkasin bring a mix of music, choreography and moving energy to the streets, engaging audiences of all ages. When they are not on the march, they also perform on stage, showcasing the sound of individual instruments and the power of their arrangements.
With over 600 concerts, the band has taken part in numerous events and festivals in Italy and abroad, including the Venice Carnival in Piazza San Marco, Piazza Duomo in Milan, the 2022 Giro d’Italia in Verona, Gardaland, Innsbruck and several international festivals.
Corpo Musicale Almenno San Salvatore (Bergamo)
The Corpo Musicale Almenno San Salvatore was officially founded in 1845, although some evidence traces its origins back to the late eighteenth century. Despite a complex historical context, the band has maintained almost uninterrupted activity over time, earning numerous awards and expressions of appreciation.
Since 1988, artistic direction has been entrusted to Maestro Prof. Luigi Ponti, who leads the ensemble with enthusiasm and expertise. Today the Corpo Musicale has around 50 musicians, mostly young people, and in 2025 it celebrated its 180th anniversary, an important milestone that testifies to its deep connection with the community.
Fanfara Bersaglieri Morbegno (Sondrio)
The Bersaglieri Fanfare of the Morbegno Section was founded in 1972 through the initiative of then President Raffaele Calzolaro and Vice President Quinto Colli. Its first core was made up of musicians from Morbegno and the towns of Andalo Valtellino, Rogolo and Ardenno.
The first official performance took place on November 4, 1972 in Morbegno, on the occasion of the Festa dei Combattenti e Reduci. In 1986, the Fanfare took part in its first National Gathering in Turin, marching for the first time at a run while playing in front of the authorities’ stage.
From 1972 to today, the Fanfare has continued its activity without interruption, taking part in events, gatherings and commemorations of a historical and memorial nature, with the aim of promoting and keeping alive the traditions and values of Italian Bersaglieri culture.
🎵 An event that brings people together
The Valdidentro Band Festival is not just about music: it is about meeting, sharing and friendship. It is the moment when tradition and modernity intertwine, creating a unique atmosphere capable of moving both residents and visitors.
An event to experience together, in the name of music and friendship.
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