August 1, 2026
Starting from 12,00 €The most colorful event of the summer returns to light up Isolaccia with shows, music, flavor, traditions, and plenty of surprises for all ages
Following the special tenth-anniversary edition, Notte Viola is ready to return to bring Valdidentro to life with a brand-new evening to enjoy.
Saturday, August 1, 2026, starting at 5:00 PM, the streets of Isolaccia will once again turn into a large open-air event, with music, performances, games, entertainment, traditions, food, shopping, official merchandise, and many activities designed to involve residents, families, and visitors.
Born as a simple idea and over time becoming one of the most eagerly awaited events of the summer in Alta Valtellina, Notte Viola is now a symbol of celebration, connection, and fun for all ages.
The final 2026 program is now available: a map of entertainment spread throughout the village, with activities for children, families, young people, and adults, shows in the main areas, and plenty of opportunities to discover Isolaccia in a special, violet-colored setting.
🎭 Shows, street artists, and roaming wonders
Along the village streets, there will be no shortage of moments of amazement, humor, and wonder, with performances designed for both children and adults.
Among the artists starring in the evening will be Katastrofa with “Katastrofa Rock & Friends”, an explosive show combining rock, puppets, giant figures, and comedy, scheduled for two performances.
There will also be magic with Daigoro and “Voilà, magia senza trucco”, a performance in which improvisation, surprise, and audience participation become the heart of the show.
Fun will continue with Mr Turba and his “Turbo Show”, a performance of juggling, clowning, and wild comedy, designed to engage the audience with rhythm and energy.
Among the most poetic and visual offerings will be María Sol Lence with “TUTÚ”, a show blending clowning, dance, circus, and wonder, able to speak even to the youngest audiences through images, movement, and lightness.
Adding even more life to the atmosphere will also be the roaming performers: Galirò with POOM-CHA, street music and interactive comedy, and Bubble On Circus with Il Carretto delle Meraviglie, featuring soap bubbles, amazement, and poetry.
🎪 Piazza IV Novembre: music, acrobatics, and a grand finale
The square will be one of the beating hearts of the evening.
It will begin with a countdown, opening flash mob, DJ set, and entertainment by SiscoFesta, to officially kick off Notte Viola.
Next will come live music with Surfin’ Claire and The Whisky Rockers, performing a set of 1950s rock’n’roll and great danceable classics.
The evening will continue with a performance by the Banda Musicale Santa Cecilia di Valdidentro and “Una coppia scoppiata” by Duo Più o Meno, a show of acrobatics, virtuosity, and comedy.
Among the most anticipated moments will be the ARTHAREX Show, a major finale featuring fire, LED lights, and aerial dance, designed to turn the night in Isolaccia into a scenic and spectacular moment.
🎶 Live music along the village streets
Music will accompany Notte Viola at several points along the route, creating a widespread and engaging atmosphere.
Throughout the evening, different performances will alternate, including live music with Piero Filoni, the violin of Lorenzo Pedroli, the cello of AndreaCellolo, and the live set of In Hype Mode.
On the Via Capole stage, there will be a major tribute concert to the queens of pop from the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s with DivaNoveZero, followed by entertainment and an open-air disco with DJ SiscoFesta.
An evening to listen to, dance to, and experience in motion, letting music lead you from one area of the village to another.
👧 Card dei Piccoli: games, Wild West Village, and surprises
Notte Viola once again shows its commitment to families with many activities dedicated to children.
Among the big new features of 2026 will be the Wild West Village, a Wild West corner to enjoy at the municipal gym in Isolaccia, with themed games, attractions, and activities for little cowboys and cowgirls.
Access to the Wild West Village and some activities will be reserved for holders of the Card dei Piccoli, available for € 12,00.
The Card dei Piccoli includes:
- access to the Wild West Village;
- access to the inflatable games;
- purple cup;
- purple flag;
- surprise gadget;
- the chance to win one free ride on the Family Bob.
For children and families, there will also be Luna Park games, wooden games, play activities, indoor climbing with CAI Valdidentro, laser rifles with Amici del Fondo, workshops, and plenty of surprises along the route.
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🍽️ The 'Tasc’t de un’òlta': tastes from tradition
Among the most special offerings of Notte Viola 2026 will also be I Tasc’t de un’òlta, old-time tastings: small preparations from the area’s popular culinary tradition, prepared by volunteer associations.
The dedicated tasting card will be available for € 12,00 and will allow visitors to enjoy simple, authentic recipes tied to the memory of local cuisine.
The tastings featured are:
- Polénta e strachin, polenta and stracchino cheese;
- Menestra de mac, traditional soup;
- i tastc’t del caser, the cheesemaker’s tastings;
- al vin brulé;
- la cadòlca, a drink with milk and wine;
- pan, bütér e zùcar, bread, butter, and sugar;
- pan e marmelèda de sambùch, bread and elderberry jam.
A small journey of flavor to rediscover simple tastes, family stories, and preparations that tell of Valdidentro as it once was.
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🧺 Via de un’Olta: crafts, memory, and traditions
In 2026, Via de un’Olta returns with a major new feature: this year it will be set up in Via Livigno.
Starting at 6:00 PM, the street will be dedicated to traditions, ancient crafts, and recipes from the past.
Visitors will be able to enjoy demonstrations and activities linked to the memory of the area: wood carving and sculptures, accordions, challenges and manual crafts, stories of Valdidentro in former times, a school from the past, wool processing, butter making, scythe sharpening, looms, songs at the tavern, old-time games, traditional cooking, pack frames, and handwoven baskets.
A true corner of living memory, designed to let visitors discover the history, gestures, and atmosphere of Valdidentro in earlier times.
🍔 Flavor: tastes and operator stands
As tradition dictates, Notte Viola will also be an opportunity to experience the village through offerings from local businesses.
Along the route there will be numerous food stands, with hot dishes, specialties, street food, desserts, drinks, and local products.
Among the offerings on the program will be chicken and fries, beers and spritz, cotton candy and popcorn, sciatt, pizzas, artisanal gelato, fish skewers, canederli, grilled dishes, sandwiches, fried fish, zucchini flowers, bombette, burgers, pulled pork, chicken burgers, gluten-free and vegetarian options, and many other specialties.
A way to taste Notte Viola stop by stop, alternating shows, music, games, and moments of conviviality.
🛍️ Shopping, discounts, and commercial activities
Local businesses will also be part of the celebration, with openings, promotions, and dedicated initiatives.
During the evening, it will be possible to discover special offers in participating shops, with discounts, deals, and initiatives designed to make the route through the streets of Isolaccia even livelier.
Notte Viola thus also becomes an opportunity to experience the village, step into shops, browse the windows, and support local businesses.
💜 Official Notte Viola merchandise
To truly color the evening, the official Notte Viola merchandise is back too.
At the information and gadget sales point run by Valdidentro Tourism, it will be possible to buy a range of event-themed items:
Official kits will also be available to enjoy the evening in full violet style:
Basic Kit – € 20,00
t-shirt, backpack, and water bottle
Classic Kit – € 32,00
t-shirt and basic adult sweatshirt
A chance to take home a memory of the evening and feel part of the most colorful event of the summer.
🐝 Experiences, workshops, and distributed activities
Notte Viola will also be enlivened by many small experiences spread לאורך the route.
Among the activities on the program: the souvenir photo corner with PhotoBox, hobbyist stalls, discovering the world of bees with honey tasting, the Viola e le api workshop, wooden games, laser rifles, climbing, football freestyle with Nicola Barnabà, country dancing with Old Boots, activities for children, and entertainment for the whole family.
A very rich program, designed to let everyone build their own Notte Viola, choosing what to see, where to stop, and which experiences to enjoy.
🚕 Useful info, parking, and traffic
During the evening, a free taxi service will operate from the Centro Sci Fondo parking area to the green area “Bon de Tap” in Isolaccia.
The parking areas set up for the event are:
- Centro Sportivo Isolaccia;
- parking areas near the ski lifts;
- Polifunzionale Rasin;
- Centro Sci Fondo in Via Atleti Azzurri d’Italia.
To allow the event to take place, from 6:00 PM to 1:00 AM vehicular traffic will be closed on Via Livigno and Piazza IV Novembre, with external traffic diverted accordingly.
✨ An evening to enjoy together
Music, shows, street artists, games, traditions, flavor, shopping, merchandise, and entertainment: Notte Viola 2026 is ready to offer another festive evening in the heart of Isolaccia.
Mark the date, check the map, and get ready to experience another special night, colored violet
