Lions Club Varese Sette Laghi presents

Vivilago 2026

Sport · Culture · Music · Solidarity

📅 June 27 – 28, 2026 · Schiranna, Varese

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The event of the summer

Two days on Lake Varese

Vivilago 2026 returns to Schiranna with two intense, engaging days: water sports, family activities, live music, educational workshops and stands from the area's best associations.

An event that combines fun and social commitment, organized by the Lions Club Varese Sette Laghi with the contribution of outstanding local organizations.

Open to everyone. See you on the lakeshore!

🏅 Sport 🎭 Culture 🎵 Live music 👨‍👩‍👧 Families 🌿 Environment 🤝 Solidarity

The full programme

Vivilago 2026 programme

📄 Download the evening programme (PDF)

09:00

🐉

Dragon Boat – Vivilago Cus'n'Dragons Festival Races

The Dragon Boat races on Lake Varese begin. Spectacle, adrenaline and team spirit for athletes of every level.

From 10:00

🎪

Activities and exhibits

All theme areas and exhibits open for visitors of every age.

🐶 Lions Guide Dog School – Antonella "Puppy Walker" and her puppy in training 🧘 Yoga class for everyone 🌊 Inflatable slide for kids ♻️ Legambiente's "Riciclattolo" for kids 🚴 Handbike with PolHa Varese 🏊 PolHa Varese – "Sport si può" swimming project ⛵ Try sailing – Lega Navale Italiana, Varese Section 👕 Magliettepazze creations on display 🔬 Crazy Comics – "The Thinker Lab" STEM workshops by Ideaimo 🐉 Try the Dragon Boat 🌾 AIC – Italian Celiac Association 💨 Anemos Italia ODV – Preventing gender-based violence, bullying and cyberbullying 🏛 La Varese Nascosta

12:30 – 16:30

🎶Live Music – Scuola Mondo Musica
Performances by the bands of Scuola Mondo Musica: young local talents take the stage for an afternoon of live music that's sure to surprise and delight.

15:00

🐝

Beekeeping lessons

A journey into the world of bees with Francy: a beekeeping workshop for all ages, led by industry experts. A unique educational experience in touch with nature and biodiversity.

09:00

🐉

Dragon Boat – Vivilago Cus'n'Dragons Festival Races

Second day of Dragon Boat races on Lake Varese. Spectacle, adrenaline and team spirit for athletes of every level.

From 10:00

🌅

Activities and exhibits

All theme areas and exhibits open for visitors of every age.

🌊 Inflatable slide for kids 🌀 Crazy Comics – Beyblade Tournament 🚴 Handbike with PolHa Varese 🏊 PolHa Varese – "Sport si può" swimming project ⛵ Try sailing – Lega Navale Italiana, Varese Section 👕 Magliettepazze creations on display 🌾 AIC – Italian Celiac Association 💨 Anemos Italia ODV – Preventing gender-based violence, bullying and cyberbullying 🏛 La Varese Nascosta

10:30 – 12:00

🏊Lake Crossing – Samuele Corsalini
Samuele Corsalini from "Quel che non sai di Varese" swims across Lake Varese: departing from Bodio (10:30 am) and arriving at Schiranna (12:00 pm), assisted by Canottieri Varese.

12:00

✨Opening Ceremony
Official ribbon-cutting with national, regional and local authorities in attendance. They will be joined by Samuele Corsalini from "Quel che non sai di Varese", right after his outstanding lake crossing.

From 14:00

🐉

Try the Dragon Boat!

Hop aboard! In the afternoon, everyone is welcome to try the Dragon Boat on Lake Varese. A unique experience for all ages.

14:30 – 17:00

🎴

Pokémon School

With Crazy Comics: a workshop for kids to learn the basics of the Pokémon trading card game in a fun, guided way.

15:30

🚑Water Rescue Demonstration
Croce Rossa Italiana – Varese Section: a spectacular water rescue demonstration. A unique chance to watch CRI volunteers in action on the lake.

21:00

🎸

Vasco Rossi Tribute Concert

The evening closes in style with the Vasco Tribute Band: live music to relive the greatest hits of the rocker from Zocca on the shores of Lake Varese.

Vasco Tribute Band – Concert on Lake Varese, June 28, 2026

Who you'll find at Vivilago

Exhibitor booths and partners

Vivilago 2026 is also a chance to meet the local associations and partners who bring the event to life with their exhibitor booths.

🌾

AIC – Italian Celiac Association

Information, awareness and support around celiac disease and gluten-free eating.

💨

Anemos Italia ODV

A volunteer organization dedicated to supporting people with respiratory conditions.

⛵

Lega Navale, Varese Section

The association is also a cultural and moral body devoted to environmental protection and the social promotion of marine and inland waters. Its members actively promote maritime culture, fair play and respect for the environment.

🏛

La Varese Nascosta

Discovering the hidden spots, history and cultural heritage of the city of Varese.

🎮

Crazy Comics

Games, comics, Pokémon, Beyblade and STEM workshops: the go-to spot for pop-culture fans of all ages.

👕

Magliettepazze

Original, customized creations: clothing and design made in Varese.

♿

PolHa Varese

Sport and inclusion: PolHa Varese promotes handbiking and Paralympic sport for a community without barriers.

🦁

Lions Club Varese Sette Laghi

The organizer of Vivilago 2026: 50 years serving the Varese community. "We Serve"

🚑

Croce Rossa Italiana – Varese Section

CRI Varese volunteers in action with a spectacular water rescue demonstration on the lake.

🚣

Canottieri Varese

A historic Varese sports club assisting Samuele Corsalini's lake crossing, ensuring safety and support on the water.

Have questions about Vivilago 2026?

For information about the event, how to take part, or collaboration opportunities, get in touch directly with the Vivilago Committee of Lions Club Varese Sette Laghi.

Vivilago Committee – Contacts
Luca Damigiano 📞 338 9826000
Pietro Cirrincione 📞 335 267185
✉ info@lionsclubvarese7laghi.it