Sagra · September 12, 2026 – September 13, 2026 · Vidor (TV)
Experience a spectacular historical re-enactment that brings to life the ancient medieval assaults on Vidor Castle. This thrilling relay race features local teams carrying 15kg wooden ladders and a 55kg battering ram up steep inclines of up to 25%. The event is complemented by guided tours of the Abbazia di Santa Bona, historical costume parades, food and wine stands offering Marche-style arrosticini and spit-roasted meats, live music, and award ceremonies. Organized by Pro Loco la Vidorese, public participation is free.
Indulge in authentic local specialties, including succulent spit-roasted meats (spiedo) and delicious Marche-style arrosticini, a popular Italian street food. You'll find a variety of traditional dishes that showcase the rich culinary heritage of the region.
📅 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 🎤 8:30 PM - Book presentations: "Il Castello medievale di Vidor" by Marco Guizzo and "Il colle del Castello dopo la Grande Guerra" by Dario Bordin (Centro Polifunzionale) 📅 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 🏰 10:00 AM-12:30 PM and 2:30 PM-4:30 PM - Guided tours of Abbazia di Santa Bona (every 30 minutes, in Italian, English, and French - free offering) 🍽️ 7:00 PM - Food and wine stands open, team dinner with local products and arrosticini marchigiani (Centro Polifunzionale) 📢 9:00 PM - LOADING PALIO: DJ set, beer, and cocktails until midnight 📅 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 ⛪ 10:30 AM - Holy Mass at Abbazia di Santa Bona + blessing of race equipment 🍽️ 12:00 PM - Food and wine stands open with SPIEDO (spit-roasted meat, by reservation) and typical local products (Centro Polifunzionale) 🏰 2:15 PM - Inauguration of the 28th Palio di Vidor at the Abbey 🎭 2:45 PM - Medieval historical costume parade from the Abbey to the Castle 🏃♂️ 3:30 PM - START OF THE RACE: 28th Palio di Vidor - Assalto al Castello 🍽️ 7:00 PM - Food and wine stands open (Centro Polifunzionale) 🎉 8:00 PM - Award ceremony and AFTER PALIO until midnight Participating teams include Vidor Centro, Colbertaldo, Bosco, Alnè di Sopra, Alnè di Sotto, Sernaglia, and Moriago. Public admission is free. Organized by Pro Loco la Vidorese. For information and reservations, call 350 1644266.