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Clear turquoise swimming pool water with sunlight reflections dancing on tiled pool floor creating rippling patterns.
Clear turquoise swimming pool water with sunlight reflections dancing on tiled pool floor creating rippling patterns.
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BBQ Thursdays by the Lake

11 June 2026 - 17 September 2026

Get a taste of the Mediterranean summer by the water: every Thursday, join us at Restaurant Eden Roc for a vibrant evening featuring BBQ highlights (including vegetarian and vegan options), enjoyed al fresco with laid-back summer vibes.

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JazzAscona: New Orleans Brass and Jazz

25 June 2026 - 4 July 2026

From jazz to swing, blues, R&B, gospel and soul, JazzAscona immerses you in the music, culture and cuisine of New Orleans with over 200 concerts in ten days. You can experience some of them right here at the Hotel Eden Roc.

Palm trees silhouetted against a golden sunset sky, reflected in a calm infinity pool overlooking the ocean.

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Sunset Tunes: A Summer Evening on Lake Maggiore

17 July 2026 - 28 August 2026

Summer by the water? With Sunset Tunes, Friday evenings get their own soundtrack: live music on the pontile featuring Italian and international classics performed by a rotating line-up of artists – paired with selected seasonal bites and sparkling summer drinks à la carte. And if the weather doesn’t play along, the evening continues just as seamlessly in the bar.

Balcony terrace with two chairs and table set with rose wine glasses overlooking a lake with mountains in background.

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Swiss National Day at Lake Maggiore

1 August 2026

Swiss National Day takes on a relaxed twist at Switzerland’s one and only true beach resort: a summer’s day full of light-hearted fun, indulgence and lakeside magic right by the water’s edge. Live music in the marina and on the jetty creates the perfect holiday atmosphere, whilst our restaurants delight guests with summery cuisine and creative takes on classic Swiss flavours.

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Notte di San Lorenzo – Shooting Star Dinner

10 August 2026

A night that makes wishes come true: on San Lorenzo night, the Perseids streak across the sky above us – transforming it into a truly special stage. Enjoy a candlelit dinner on the lakeshore at the Hotel Eden Roc, with a direct view of the water and the starry sky.

Red camellia flower in full bloom surrounded by bright green leaves with sunlight filtering through the foliage.

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Camelie Locarno exhibition

17 March 2027 - 21 March 2027

Camelie Locarno is one of the most important European events of its kind and takes place annually in the magnificent Camellia Park Locarno. Visitors can admire almost 1000 camellia species in the park and around 200 more in the exhibition. The event is accompanied by various side events and activities.