Sagra · August 28, 2026 – September 2, 2026 · Lissaro, Mestrino (PD)
The Antica Sagra di Lissaro in Mestrino is an unmissable late-August folk festival celebrating Paduan traditions with music and theater. From August 28th to September 2nd, each evening features different artists: from folk dances to country line dancing, Italian rock, and even cartoon theme songs. The famous Lissaro fritters set a family-friendly atmosphere, complemented by a food stand, a St. Francis exhibition in the church, family entertainment, and a youth area with live music every night.
Indulge in the celebrated Lissaro fritters, a local street food specialty, available fresh from the food stand every evening. The festival also offers a variety of traditional dishes and local flavors to explore.
The festival runs daily from August 28th to September 2nd, with the food stand and Lissaro fritters kiosk open every day from 7:00 PM. Daily activities include a St. Francis exhibition in the Church (9:30 PM), a youth area with entertainment, live music, and a 'baitina' (small hut), a used book market, a charity raffle, and a fun park. Evening entertainment (starting at 9:00 PM): 📅 Friday, August 28th: 🎵 EKOTONIK + Uno è la Danza - Folk Dances 📅 Saturday, August 29th: 🎭 Theatrical performance "L'Omo non Poe se la Dona non Voe" 📅 Sunday, August 30th: 🎵 LUNI TOONS - Cartoon theme songs and more 📅 Monday, August 31st: 🎵 LISA & MARTA - Group Dance Night 📅 Tuesday, September 1st: 🎵 BANKO NOTA - Italian Rock 📅 Wednesday, September 2nd: 🎵 Urban Country Night