In Santa Massenza, a widespread theater to discover the soul of Trentino artisanal grappa.
From December 5 to 8, 2025, Santa Massenza – a small jewel of the Valle dei Laghi and the “capital of artisanal grappa” – transforms into a widespread stage to host The Night of the Lit Still. An event that skillfully blends theater, culture, taste, and tradition. Created by the Koinè company, the show unfolds among the historic distilleries of the village, each ready to welcome an episode of the story: five stops, five tales, a single immersive experience, enveloped by the scent of pomace and the Christmas atmosphere.
Guided by the narrative voice of Patrizio Roversi – a beloved face of Italian TV – and accompanied by professional actors, you will closely discover the ancient wisdom of Trentino distillation, made possible thanks to a artisanal technique passed down from generation to generation. An experience that attracts enthusiasts and curious visitors from all over Italy each year.
Participate in a theatrical experience that tastes of grappa and tradition
Each show accommodates up to 200 people, divided into 5 groups of 40 participants. After checking in at the former Canonica, you will depart from the village square with the meeting of the audience, actors, and distillers. The show unfolds in five distilleries – Giovanni Poli, Casimiro, Francesco, Giulio & Mauro, Maxentia – with an episode of about 20 minutes in each, tasting included. At some stops, single-varietal grappa and traditional sweets (like chocolate, zelten, or fregoloti) come together for a small harmony of flavors. The grand finale, the “whirlwind,” brings everyone back to the square for a collective and convivial conclusion.
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Maximum participants: 200 for each show
2 hours
€ 18,00 | € 12,00 (17 - 6 years & Accessible Ticket) | € 0 (children under 6)
Piazza San Vigilio, Santa Massenza
Where: Santa Massenza, Valle dei Laghi (TN)
When: December 5, 6, 7, 8, 2025
Show times:
- December 5: 21:00
- December 6: 18:00 and 21:00
- December 7: 18:00 and 21:00
- December 8: 17:00
Ticket price:
- 18.00 € full adult
- 12.00 € young people aged 6 to 18 years
- Free under 6 years
Included in the fee:
- Participation in the itinerant show;
- Radio headsets;
- Glass:
- tastings of grappa
Reservation: online reservation possible up to 1 hour before the show or until seats are sold out
Collection of headsets and glass: at the former Canonica at least one hour before the show (see map on Google Maps)
Event schedule:
1 - Accreditation at the former Canonica;
2 - Meeting in Piazza S. Vigilio with Patrizio Roversi and the distillers (see on Google Maps)
3 - Itinerant show in 5 distilleries (20-minute episodes with tastings of grappa and typical sweets)
4 - Rotation of groups among the distilleries
5 - Conclusion in the square with final tasting (“turbinio”)
Duration: about 2 hours
Refreshment points in the village:
- Antica Distilleria Giovanni Poli (formerly Lorenzin)
- Distilleria Francesco (see on Google Maps)
Parking:
- 30 spaces within the village
- 200 spaces at the Hydroelectric Plant at the entrance of the village (see on Google Maps)
Traffic: internal roads closed during the event
Children: The shows are not suitable for children, but:
- Children aged 6 to 17 years can participate with mandatory reservation and reduced ticket (12.00 €);
- Children under 6 years can participate with mandatory reservation for free and free of charge (0 €);
Contacts: For information or to receive updates, write to: lanottedeglialambicchiaccesi@hotmail.it
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