Sagra · September 4, 2026 – September 13, 2026 · Ursinins Grande, Buja (UD)
Experience an authentic Italian village festival at the traditional patron saint celebration in Ursinins Grande. This is a true local party where you'll eat incredibly well, with spit-roasted pork ribs and polenta as the star specialties. You'll find plenty of other delicious dishes at the food stalls and the wine bar. The program features live music, dancing, guided night walks with stargazing, and fun activities for the whole family.
Indulge in classic Friulian flavors with specialties like 'costa allo spiedo' (spit-roasted pork ribs) and creamy polenta, alongside a variety of other traditional dishes available at the food kiosks. Don't miss the Enoteca for a selection of local wines and beverages.
The festival runs across two weekends in September. On Friday, September 4th, at 7:00 PM, explore the 'Rinascere dalle macerie' photo exhibition, followed by music with NIKIMATRIX DJ at 9:00 PM. Saturday, September 5th, offers a guided night walk and astronomical observation at 8:00 PM, then live music with Pomatrix Mediterranea Music Group at 9:00 PM. Sunday, September 6th, is family-focused with kids' entertainment (workshops, face painting, baby dance) at 11:00 AM, a family bike ride through Buja at 5:30 PM, and live music with Cuori in Pista at 9:00 PM. The second weekend kicks off Friday, September 11th, with live music from Loosing Money at 9:00 PM. Saturday, September 12th, features 'Il Mus Tal Borc - A spasso con l'asino' (a walk with donkeys) and inter-village games at 4:00 PM, followed by '90s/2000s music with Ali Astris DJ at 9:00 PM. On Sunday, September 13th, attend the solemn Mass and procession with the Buja Town Band at 11:00 AM, and enjoy '80s music with Ali Astris DJ at 9:00 PM. The Enoteca (wine bar) and a charity raffle are open daily throughout the festival.