Lake Como Festival 2025: Opera at sunset at Villa Lario Resort
Music, elegance, and a breathtaking view: on July 16th, opera returns to the lakefront terrace for one unforgettable Lake Como Festival
In the heart of the Lake Como summer, one of the season’s most enchanting events returns to captivate music lovers and beauty seekers alike. On July 16, 2025, the panoramic terrace of Villa Lario Resort will once again host a special evening of the Bellagio and Lake Como Festival, now in its 14th edition. Villa Lario Resort is a five-star boutique hotel in Mandello del Lario.
Bizet’s Carmen on the Brightest Shore of the Lake
As the sun sets over the lake, the air will come alive with the most beloved arias from Georges Bizet’s “Carmen”, performed by the Festival Orchestra of Bellagio and Lake Como. The program offers a vibrant selection inspired by Spanish and Gypsy folk traditions, elevated by the magical atmosphere of the blue hour – that fleeting moment when sky and water turn deep indigo, and day surrenders to night.
“We’re happy to renew our collaboration with the Festival again this year,” say Esa Secca and Raffaella Di Gennaro, owners of the hotel. “For one night, Villa Lario becomes both stage and auditorium, with the lake itself as a natural backdrop. It’s truly a feast for all the senses”.
See the full program: bellagiofestival.com/edizione2025
Villa Lario Resort: Authentic Luxury on Lake Como
Just a few minutes from Bellagio, Villa Lario Resort is a lovingly restored early 20th-century villa turned boutique hotel, offering just nine unique suites, each nestled in nature and basking in the lake’s sunniest exposure. Whether you choose the elegant villa rooms with lake-view terraces, the waterside darsena suites, or the dramatic grotto suite, every space has its own signature character and tailored design.
A Culinary Experience by Chef Luca Mozzanica
What elevates the stay even further is the signature cuisine by Chef Luca Mozzanica, who leads the relaxed Grill & Lounge restaurant. He leads the refined Amandus, the resort’s culinary crown jewel, too. Here, local tradition and contemporary creativity come together in elegant dishes that celebrate the region with style and soul.
The resort also features a private helipad, lakeside dock, panoramic pool with solarium. And two lakefront beaches (one fully equipped), all set within a lush 10,000 square-meter park. A proudly women-led venture, Villa Lario Resort embodies a philosophy of authentic, high-end Italian hospitality.
Discover more: villalarioresortmandello.com
