Social Events
Social Events
Get-Together:Welcome to Dioxin/BFR 2026*
Begin your Dioxin/BFR 2026 journey with a casual and welcoming evening at the Riva del Garda Congress Centre. This informal get-together is designed to help delegates ease into the week’s program in a relaxed atmosphere. Meet fellow delegates, reconnect with colleagues, and enjoy light refreshments as you settle into the stunning lakeside setting of Riva del Garda. Whether you are attending for the first time or are a returning participant, this opening event is a great opportunity to start building meaningful connections in a friendly and informal setting.
Date
Sunday, 13 September
18h00 – 20h00
Location
Rival del Garda Congress Centre
Parco Lido, 1, 38066 Riva del Garda TN,
Italy
*For Dioxin/BFR 2026 delegates only.
Social Events
Welcome Reception:An Evening by the Lake*
Join us for a scenic evening reception in the beautiful lakeside gardens of the Riva del Garda Congress Centre, held in collaboration with the BFR Symposium. Set against the backdrop of Lake Garda and the surrounding mountains, this event offers a relaxed environment for conversation, networking, and collaboration across disciplines. Enjoy light refreshments and drinks as you connect with colleagues in one of northern Italy’s most picturesque locations.
Date
Tuesday, 15 September
18h00 – 20h00
Location
Rival del Garda Congress Centre
Parco Lido, 1, 38066 Riva del Garda TN,
Italy
*For all 2026 participants.
Social Events
Gala Dinner:An Evening of Celebration and Connection
Conclude your Dioxin/BFR 2026 experience with our signature Gala Dinner at Spiaggia Olivi, an iconic lakeside venue in Riva del Garda. Surrounded by the stunning scenery of Lake Garda and its mountains, the venue offers a unique setting to relax, connect with colleagues from around the world, and celebrate the week’s achievements in a welcoming atmosphere. As the highlight of the social programme, the evening provides an excellent opportunity for networking while enjoying the exceptional surroundings of one of Lake Garda’s most renowned waterfront locations. As the event is weather-dependent, the organisers reserve the right to relocate the Gala Dinner to an alternative venue in the event of adverse weather conditions. Should this be necessary, participants will be informed accordingly.
Date
Thursday, 17 September
19h00 – 01h00
Location
Spiaggia Olivi (walking distance location – 150 m from the congress center)