Merano Grand Prix Steeplechase

The 5000 metre (25 furlong) steeplechase on the Merano flat race course at Maia Bassa/Untermais is a highlight of the horse racing season and is combined with the Italian national lottery. The annual Merano Grand Prix steeplechase has been captivating racing enthusiasts since 1935. There may be more famous racing events with higher prizes, but the each year Meran Forst steeplechase generates enormous enthusiasm and is especially dearly held among owners, trainers and jockeys. Date 25.09.2011

Merano Wine Festival & Gourmet

The Merano International Wine Festival takes place in the sumptuous halls of the art nouveau style Kurhaus. The annual event has become one of the most prestigious of its kind world-wide, providing an opportunity for wine enthusiasts to taste and discuss a wide selection of Europe’s finest wines directly with their producers. It is accompanied by a gastronomic festival titled “Culinaria”, where epicures can savour choice and authentic food products from Italy’s diverse regions. Date 04.11.2011 - 07.11.2011

Merano music weeks

A quarter century ago, the Merano Music Festival was founded as a chamber music event. Today, the festival calendar comprises three concert series: the symphonic program in the Kursaal, chamber music in the Pavillon des Fleurs (“Matineé Classique”), and the crossover projects in the Stadttheater (“Colours of Music”). The anniversary program shows proof of its outstanding level, having provided the highest quality for 25 years. On August 24, The Cleveland Orchestra under Franz Welser Möst will open the festival. The Artist in Residence is pianist Fazil Say, who may be heard this autumn in Merano four times: on September 14, 16, and 18 with violinist Patricia Kopatchinskaja and on September 15 as a part of a “Turkish Night”. Date 24.08.2011 - 22.09.2011

Bolzano summer festival of dance

The "Bolzano Summer Festival of Dance" comprises courses and performances for discerning enthusiasts to fire both audiences and dance companies. A team of renowned experts will take part to teach the most diverse dance styles

South Tyrol Jazz Festival

One of the most important music festivals Europe-wide is taking place over ten days with the finest jazz music performed by internationally acclaimed musicians in various venues in four of South Tyrol´s major towns. The most varied concerts comprising a mixture of the traditional and the modern will take place in the refined atmosphere of South Tyrol`s castles and manor houses, though also in town streets and squares, vineyards favoured by the balmy early summer climate and in the fresh air on alpine pastures and mountain cabins.