Di Gusto in Gusto is about more than food. Live music, festive lights, mascots, ice skating and echoes of local history animate the centre of Riva del Garda throughout the Christmas season. A mix of experiences for families, children and adults, to discover while strolling among the stalls and through the streets of town.
Things to experience at Di Gusto in Gusto
Beyond the flavours
Music and entertainment in the centre of Riva
Concerts, live performances and entertainment accompany the days at Di Gusto in Gusto. A varied programme to enjoy in the squares and streets of the centre, between a tasting and a stroll through town.
A day for the whole family
The centre of Riva del Garda welcomes families and children with activities, accessible spaces and services designed to make Christmas easy to enjoy. Between shows, mascots, lights and ice skating, everyone can shape the day at their own pace.
Renna Lana, Orso Pom and Elfa Smemorina
Along the streets and squares of the centre, you can meet the reindeer Renna Lana, the bear Orso Pom and the Elf Elfa Smemorina. The Christmas mascots bring colour and fun among the stalls, with appearances, greetings and moments to share with children and adults.
Lights and installations in the historic centre
As evening falls, the streets and buildings of Riva del Garda take on a different look. Light installations, projections and illuminated effects accompany the route through the historic centre, adding to the Christmas atmosphere.
Ice skating in the heart of Riva del Garda
A 30 x 16 metre ice rink invites adults and children to take to the ice. An activity to enjoy with family or friends, surrounded by the lights of the centre and the Christmas atmosphere of Riva del Garda.
Traditional craftsmanship at work
Wood, copper and other materials take shape before visitors’ eyes. Local craftspeople demonstrate tools, gestures and manual techniques that tell the story of skills passed down through generations and still practised today.
19th-century dances and costumes
Period costumes, music and traditional dances bring echoes of 19th-century Riva back to the squares. Performances by groups in historical dress recall the town’s Habsburg past in a lively and accessible way..
USEFUL INFORMATION FOR THE RIVA DEL GARDA CHRISTMAS MARKET
Find out about events, opening hours, dates and parking tips to help you plan your visit to Riva del Garda
