SATURDAY JUNE 6, 2026
All events are free. It is not necessary to book your place.
Each activity is multisensory. The senses engaged are indicated with the following symbols.
11:00
Guided tour to the Wildlife Reserve of Castellaro
The Voluntary Ecological Guards of the Park of the river Mincio will guide on a walk to discover the natural reserve of Castellaro Lagusello.
starting from 11:00
Exhibitions
The streets of Castellaro Lagusello will come alive with exhibitions and performances that combine art, astronomy and poetry.
from 16:00 to 20:30
Interactive and multisensory Laboratories
Laboratories for children (and grown up too!) for an amusing journey into the Universe.
from 16:00 to 20:30
Observations of the Sun
Observations with telescopes and tactile models, to have the Sun close at hand.
from 17:00 to 19:00
Guided tour to the Wildlife Reserve of Castellaro
The Voluntary Ecological Guards of the Park of the river Mincio will guide on a walk to discover the natural reserve of Castellaro Lagusello.
17:00
Happy hour in the dark
In search for life casting about in the dark
From the depths of the ocean to space: where can life exist? A dialogue between science and imagination, in order to explore extreme environments and question what we believe is possible.
18:00
Show
Let us shine light under the stars
Three scientists on the stage – between spectacular experiments and accidents transform physics into a funny and surprising story. An experience between drama and science, which invites ut to observe the world with new eyes.
19:00
Happy hour in the dark
In search for life casting about in the dark
From the depths of the ocean to space: where can life exist? A dialogue between science and imagination, in order to explore extreme environments and question what we believe is possible.
from 20:30 to 01:00
Board Games
The Universe in a box
Between planets and uncertain routes, the game becomes a journey into error. Astronomical themed board for all ages, where each choice can surprise and each error can become a discovery.
starting from 21:00
Projections
Exciting projections of astronomical images and sounds on the facade of the historic Villa Arrighi and on the Bell-Tower of Castellaro Lagusello.
21:30
Conference
Errors opening new horizons
Science is not infallible: it grows thanks to errors. From gravitational waves to extrasolar planets, every discovery also comes from trials, false alerts and ongoing research.
starting from 21:30
Observations with telescopes
Observations of the night sky with one’s own eyes and with a telescope, in the beautiful setting of the small lake of Castellaro Lagusello.
23:00
Show
Of light and fire
Fire, light and movement: “Lux Arcana” give life to a show of juggling, dance and acrobatics. A stunning visual journey, with light effects and magical atmospheres.
