The 48th Fèŝta de ra Bàndes: one of the most anticipated and representative events of the area.
The season will kick off on July 5 with the concert for the Sagra d’Ampezzo, followed by a concert on July 19, the parade and concert for the 200th anniversary of the Musikkapelle Sillian on July 26, a concert on August 2, the traditional parade on August 9, the Ferragosto Concert on August 16, and the opening concert of the Settimana della Fèŝta de ra Bàndes on August 23.
From August 24 to 29, each evening, the center of Cortina will host concerts from participating groups from Italy and abroad. More than 25 musical bands and international folk groups will animate the area with performances, parades, carousels, and moments dedicated to promoting popular culture, traditions, and the history of the represented communities.
The most anticipated event will be on Sunday, August 30 with the Grand Folklore Parade along Corso Italia, a unique event featuring bands, local associations, historical groups, traditional costumes, and floats representing the Ampezzano culture. In conclusion, the evocative Final Concert will bring together all participants in a grand collective spectacle of music, colors, and traditions.
The season will conclude on September 6 with a final concert at Baìta Son Zuogo.
Fèŝta de ra Bàndes 2026 represents an extraordinary opportunity to experience the authenticity of Cortina d’Ampezzo through the universal language of music and folklore.
