Villa d’Este announces its most anticipated summer event - Sting in concert in the Mosaic Garden on 9 August 2026
At Villa d’Este, Lake Como and its monumental gardens become a stage, where history resonates and music intertwines with beauty. It is in this timeless setting that, on 9 August 2026, world-renowed artist, Sting will offer the Grand Hotel’s guests an evening destined to become a treasured memory.
Every summer, the Grand Dame of Cernobbio renews its deep connection with the arts, presenting events capable of moving and surprising its audience. This year, the atmosphere promises to be even more extraordinary: an iconic artist of the international scene will meet one of the most enchanting places in Italy, in a perfect balance of elegance, nature, and magic.
“Villa d’Este celebrates music as part of its very identity. Each event becomes a ritual of beauty, a cherished moment in which this unique place reveals itself through ever-new emotions.” - Davide Bertilaccio, CEO, Villa d’Este S.p.A.
Sting: an icon in an iconic setting
A celebrated composer, singer, songwriter, musician and activist, Sting is recognized worldwide as one of the most iconic voices in contemporary music. As founder/frontman and bassist of The Police, he helped redefine the musical landscape, leading the band into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
His solo career, rich in successes and marked by extraordinary versatility, has earned him eleven Grammy Awards, two Brit Awards, a Golden Globe, an Emmy, and several Academy Award nominations. With over 100 million albums sold, he has also extended his artistic expression to theatre and cinema, pairing his musical production with unwavering civic engagement.
Celebrated for his ability to blend diverse musical genres with refinement, and for a vocal timbre that is instantly recognizable, Sting, managed by Martin Kierszenbaum/Cherrytree Music Company, is one of the most respected artists in the world. His presence at Villa d’Este will offer guests the rare opportunity of hearing him perform live in an atmosphere of absolute intimacy, where the proximity to the stage enhances every note with exceptional intensity and emotion.
An immersive experience at the heart of the Villa
The evening will begin at sunset on the Terrazza Colonne, where reflections on the water and historic architecture will accompany a welcoming aperitif.
Guests will then proceed to the enchanting Mosaic Garden, one of the most poetic corners of the estate, home to an elegant nymphaeum where art, nature, and history coexist in perfect harmony. As night falls, the garden reveals an even deeper charm: soft lighting, historic silhouettes, and the quiet presence of the lake create an intimate and evocative ambiance, enhanced by the greenhouse that will envelop the audience in a protected and atmospheric setting. A unique environment designed to immerse each guest in a musical experience of rare intensity.
Here, Sting’s music will acquire a new dimension, blending with the stillness of the lake and the timeless allure of the Villa. A limited number of guests will be granted access to this unique moment, conceived as an authentic encounter between the artist, the place, and its audience.
Dinner on the lake: the perfect finale to an unforgettable night
Following the concert, the evening will continue on at the Terrazza Lago, illuminated by candlelight and accompanied by the gentle sound of the water. Here, the Gala Dinner created by Executive Chef Andrea Guerini will celebrate Italian cuisine with dishes that interpret seasonality, territory, and tradition with contemporary elegance.
It will be the perfect conclusion to a night designed to remain in the heart.
The event reaffirms Villa d’Este as one of the most prestigious cultural stages on Lake Como, a place where great music meets a beauty that never ceases to inspire.
Packages including accommodation, the concert, and the Gala Dinner are available for guests wishing to take part in this exceptional evening.
Discover more here www.villadeste.com/events/sting-at-villa-deste
