Hotel Le Terrazze on Lake Padenghe, the ideal base for relaxation and music.
Great voices under the stars: the inauguration of the Arena Opera Festival in Verona
When the lights dim and thousands of candles light on the thousand-year-old steps, the magic of opera comes to life in the world’s most famous amphitheater. Starting June 12, 2026, the curtain rises on the highly anticipated new season of the international opera festival. If you’re looking for tickets to the Verona Arena for the Opera Festival, you’ll be happy to know that Hotel Le Terrazze on Lake Padenghe is the perfect strategic base. Located on the Brescia shore of Lake Garda, our hotel is about a 45-minute drive from Verona (or a convenient express train ride from nearby Desenzano station), offering the unique opportunity to combine the exclusive relaxation of the lake with a world-class cultural evening.
A world-class stage for an unforgettable season
The Verona Arena Opera Festival is much more than a series of concerts: it’s a sensory experience that draws spectators from every corner of the globe. Starting June 12th and throughout the summer months, the most famous operas in the world—from Aida to Carmen, including Turandot and La Traviata—will come to life thanks to monumental sets, magnificent orchestras, and the greatest performers on the international opera scene. Buying tickets to the Verona Arena for the Opera Festival means treating yourself to a night of pure emotion under the stars, surrounded by perfect acoustics and an atmosphere steeped in history. After the show, the journey back to the lakeside will be the perfect moment to absorb the beauty of the music you just heard.
Here is the complete list of operas on stage:
La Traviata (Giuseppe Verdi)
New production in collaboration with the Moulin Rouge.
June: 12 (Premiere), 13, 20, 27
July: 5, 9, 16, 31
August: 6, 22, 29
September: 5, 12
Aida “di Cristallo” (Giuseppe Verdi)
The futuristic and revolutionary production directed by Stefano Poda.
June: 19, 25
July: 2, 10, 19, 24
Nabucco (Giuseppe Verdi)
Evocative and visionary staging by Stefano Poda.
June: 26
July: 4, 12, 18, 23
August: 1, 8, 20, 28
September: 9
La Bohème (Giacomo Puccini)
Directed by Alfonso Signorini.
July: 3, 11, 17, 25
Aida – Zeffirelli Edition (Giuseppe Verdi)
The return of Franco Zeffirelli’s monumental and historic classic production.
July: 30
August: 9, 15, 23, 30
September: 4, 10
Turandot (Giacomo Puccini)
Fairytale production by Franco Zeffirelli to celebrate the opera’s centenary.
August: 7, 14, 21, 27
September: 3, 11
Special Events and Concerts
Roberto Bolle and Friends (Dance/Ballet)
Tuesday, July 21
Carmina Burana (Carl Orff Symphony Concerto)
Thursday, August 13
Paganini Paradise (Superlive Immersive Concert – World Premiere)
Tuesday, August 18
Viva Vivaldi. The Four Seasons (Immersive Concert with 3D imaging)
Wednesday, August 19
Zorba the Greek (Ballet by Mikis Theodorakis – at the Teatro Romano in Verona)
Tuesday, August 25 and Wednesday, August 26
Your haven of comfort and taste in Padenghe sul Garda
After the thrill of the opera, Hotel Le Terrazze sul Lago welcomes you to the tranquility of its hillside location in Padenghe, just 300 meters from the lake. It’s the perfect retreat to rediscover peace and the ultimate 4-star wellness experience.
Our hotel offers elegant rooms and suites, many with fabulous views of Lake Garda, accommodating up to 6 guests. Designed as charming apartments, they feature a fully equipped kitchen, microwave, free Wi-Fi, TV, air conditioning, and elegantly appointed private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries and heated towel rails.
The morning after your night in Verona, you can recharge your batteries from 7:30 am to 10:00 am with our Hot Buffet Breakfast: a triumph of organic and locally sourced products, croissants, fruit, as well as a generous savory selection of toast, eggs, bacon, and cheeses. If you’d like to stay in the hotel and relax, our restaurant is open for lunch with fresh and creative lunches, while the bar (open from 10:00 am to 11:00 pm) is perfect for a drink by the pool. To ensure you have complete freedom when it comes to your return from the opera, our front desk is open 24 hours a day.
Don’t miss the opportunity to experience great international opera from the green heart of Lake Garda. Plan your perfect stay between music and relaxation.