Things to Do on Lake Como in September

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  • September 1, 2024

A night to remember! During this event, you discover historical and mysterious facts, admire nature and breathtaking scenery and have fun! Baradello Castle overlooks the city of Como and Lake Como. Its walls have witnessed important historical events and mysterious affairs. 

When: September 7, 14, 21, 28, 2024

Where: meeting point piazza Camerlata, Como 

Details & Reservation: info@slowlakecomo.com

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Lake Como Design Festival

The Lake Como Design Festival is an annual themed event that offers exhibition, reflection and research through a series of events in the historic centre of the city of Como and around the Lake that bears its name. These exhibitions, lectures, and events occur in historical, unknown and almost forgotten places. The Festival’s mission is to create an original dialogue between history, design, architecture and art.

When: September 15 – 24, 2024

Where: Como (several locations) 

Details: info@lakecomodesignfestival.com

Lake Como Design festival 2024

End of Summer Party in Tremezzina

Il Grifo is proud to present the End-of-Summer Party, an enchanting event that celebrates the close of the summer season. This delightful gathering features a gastronomic journey with local producers and an evening of dancing. Set against the stunning backdrop of Tremezzina on the shores of Lake Como, the party offers a picturesque and festive atmosphere to mark the end of summer.

When: September 15, 2024

Time: 17:00

Where: Il Grifo, Via Mattia Del Riccio, 19, Lenno

Tremezzina

Markets in Como in September

Markets in Como are popular with locals, offering food, clothing, handmade products and antiques. The Open Air Market in Como runs along the medieval City walls. Walk through the colourful stalls and enjoy the shopping of fascinating objects produced by local artisans.  

Piazza San Fedele, Como
Antiques market
September 7, 2024

Via Muralto/Ballarini, Como
Hobby market
September 6-7-8, 2024

Via Mentana, 5, Como
Covered Farmers’ Market and Typical Como Products
Tuesday 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Thursday 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. (optional)
Saturday 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
(excluding holidays)

Como town market

Electric Yachting

The Electric Yachting event returns to Villa d’Este in Cernobbio on Sunday, 29th September.

Now in its fourth edition on Lake Como, this event celebrates electric mobility by showcasing the latest innovations in sustainable boating. Organised by the Alessandro Volta Foundation in partnership with Cantiere Ernesto Riva, it honours the historic link between Alessandro Volta and the city of Como.

The event aims to highlight cutting-edge technologies that are shaping the future of recreational boating, with a focus on developing more eco-friendly and sustainable solutions.

When: September 29, 2024

Where: Villa d’Este, Cernobbio 

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Explore our Lake Como Events section to discover more exciting happenings and hidden gems around Lake Como this September!


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