Gamberi, the water festival
10 dates
from Friday, 4 September 2026
to Sunday, 13 September 2026
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Gamberi – the water festival kicks off the Month of Taste, because every local delicacy stems from its most precious resource: water. In Comano, where the waters have always symbolised well-being and biodiversity, Gamberi celebrates the link between the environment and local flavours, reminding us that the quality of our food also depends on water.
On Sunday 13 September, from 11 am to 5 pm, the thermal park hosts "La Cucina di Gamberi" and stalls from Trentino producers for a day dedicated to regional specialities and sustainability. At 11 am, chef Andrea De Lillo will lead the workshop "Water quality from nature to the table", featuring low-impact cooking and tasting. For children, the programme includes the "Gioco del Gusto" (Game of Taste), a sensory trail showcasing local aromas and flavours. Throughout the festival week, several restaurants and bars in the Giudicarie Esteriori region will offer themed dishes focusing on flavour and environmental respect.
The festival blends various art forms and engages both the local community and visitors. It features book presentations, theatre, music and dance performances, citizen science activities, guided hikes, scientific conferences, and in-depth talks on water-related topics. The main hub will be in Ponte Arche, with activities taking place across the entire valley.
The Water Festival in Comano is a positive and constructive collaborative platform made up of 105 local, national, and international partners who established the event in 2023. It aims to create recreational and educational content to raise awareness about water, a resource that is as precious as it is undervalued. This year's official organisers are Pro Loco PA, Associazione Fare un Paese, Ecomuseo Judicaria, and La Fonte. The programme includes themed hikes, technical workshops, performances, cinema, music, children's activities, and discussions with high-profile guests, creating an innovative experience in the historic heart of Ponte Arche, at Piazza Mercato.
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