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TuesdayNight in Merano

Shows, open-air performances and live music galore

The summer programme of the Merano Tourist Office wouldn’t be complete without its hugely popular Tuesday Evenings series.

It’s the iconic event of the Merano summer: as the sun goes down, every Tuesday the town comes alive with music, live concerts, and great entertainment. The event series has won the hearts of locals, who, together with visitors from the surrounding area, flock to the town centre to enjoy these magical summer nights. It’s also the perfect opportunity for guests to experience Merano and get to know its people.

A ballroom under the stars, children’s laughter at dusk, and handcrafted treasures waiting to be discovered – that’s what Tuesday Evenings in Merano are all about.

Six stages across the town centre create a vibrant and diverse musical atmosphere. From 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm, a variety of bands perform, transforming the historic centre into one large open-air stage with something for every musical taste. And there’s an exciting new addition this year: the Kurhaus Wine Night, featuring tastings of regional wines, local culinary specialities, and live music on the promenade near the Kurhaus.

At 9:00 pm, when the music starts at piazza della Rena square, the square turns into the city’s largest dance floor. Until 11:00 pm, everyone is invited to dance – whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer. Professional dance schools will be on hand with tips and simple choreographies to get everyone moving. No excuses – just join in and dance!

This year also sees the return of the Kids Corner, now in its new location at piazza Terme square. From 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm, children can enjoy magic shows, clown performances, creative workshops, a colourful face-painting area, and a children’s disco where even the youngest visitors can dance the night away.

From 6:30 pm, the Craft Market on the upper section of corso della Libertà street, in front of the Tourist Office information centre, invites visitors to browse lovingly handcrafted items and regional products. On 14 and 21 July, and 4 and 11 August only, the market also extends along the Kurpromenade and starts earlier, at 10:00 am.

Tuesday Evenings are a celebration for all the senses – and an essential part of summer in Merano.

Dates 2026
From July, 14 to August, 25

Arts and crafts bring upper corso della Libertà street to life on all dates of the event series, from 6.30 pm to 11.00 pm. The stalls showcase authentic craftsmanship, created with passion and skill by artisans and craftspeople from various parts of the region.

On four dates – 14 and 21 July, and 4 and 11 August – a market organised by the Associazione Culturale Artigiani Artisti will stretch along the Kurpromenade (near the Lenoirsteg), where it can be visited from 10.00 am to 11.00 pm.

At piazza Terme square, a space is dedicated especially to children, offering entertainment, games and creative activities from 8.00 pm to 10.00 pm. All activities are free of charge, allowing families to spend quality time together during the event.

Clowns and magic shows, creative workshops that encourage imagination and playful exploration with colours, materials and hands-on crafts, invite children to enjoy themselves fully. A face-painting corner and baby dance sessions are also included.

On Tuesday evenings, the piazza della Rena square is transformed into a grand ballroom under the stars, where music, rhythm and entertainment draw people of all ages onto the dance floor. Spectacular dance performances and interactive moments with the audience ensure the square fills with dancers throughout the evening.

From 9.00 pm to 11.00 pm, anyone interested can try out new steps, guided by the dance schools that open each evening: Salsastar, Lunika, Black & White and Country Heels.

For the first time this year, the terrace of the Kurhaus (Kurpromenade) will host the Kurhaus Wine Night, placing the tasting of regional wines at its heart. Three carefully selected wineries will present their wines and share the philosophy behind their craft. The evening is complemented by a culinary journey into exclusive grilling cuisine, with dishes prepared on a 1969 Josper grill that enhances aromas, textures and flavour to exceptional effect.

This oenogastronomic experience will be accompanied by live music.