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Festa di San Giovanni in Barcis

Sagra · June 20, 2026 – June 21, 2026 · Barcis (Pordenone) (PN)

The traditional Festa di San Giovanni in Barcis celebrates the summer solstice with a rich program of events. Discover ancient traditions tied to St. John's herbs, participate in engaging workshops, savor delicious local delicacies, and enjoy captivating shows and ancient rituals. The festival involves local restaurants and shops, offering an authentic and magical experience that truly captures the spirit of the region.

📅 Program

📅 Saturday, June 20 📍 9:00 AM at Agriturismo Pian dei Tass: Energetic awakening and a walk to find St. John's herbs with Ambra Perazzolo. 🍽️ 12:00 PM at Veranda coperta di Palazzo Centi: Show cooking with chef Enzo Segatto. 📍 3:00 PM at Veranda coperta di Palazzo Centi: Exhibition of medicinal and wild edible plants, followed by a workshop on essential oils and natural perfumes with Carlo Santarossa, Az. agr. Saliet. 📍 4:30 PM at Palazzo Centi: Stories, enchantments, and devotion of the Notte di San Giovanni with historical tales by Dr. Monia Montechiarini and sacred dances with Ivana Abriola and Giulia Mion. 🍽️ 5:00 PM at Veranda coperta di Palazzo Centi: Tastings of local delicacies featuring St. John's herbs, prepared by Barcis restaurateurs. 📍 5:00 PM at Palco lungolago: Inauguration of the Magnifica Montagna 2026 Project. 📍 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Palazzo Centi: Create your own St. John's herb wreath with Laura, from fioreria Cjanton Flurit. 📍 8:00 PM at Piazzale Antico Albergo Centi: Fire ritual, counting of grains, and collection of Waters with Dr. Monia Montechiarini and the accordion of M° Gianni Fassetta. 📍 8:30 PM at Chiesa Parrocchiale: The St. John's bouquet will be brought to the church and blessed, after vespers sung by the Aviano choir La Betulla, followed by a tour of the fountains with the Danzerini Maniaghesi group. 📅 Sunday, June 21 📍 All day: "Tra natura e sapori" Market. ✨ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM at Lungolago: Bubble show with Ilenia. 📍 2:00 PM at Veranda coperta di Palazzo Centi: Workshop on essential oils and natural perfumes with Carlo Santarossa, Az. agr. Saliet. ✨ 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM at Lungolago: Bubble show with Ilenia. 🎵 4:00 PM at Lungolago: Roaming music with the LGB Brass group. 📅 Wednesday, June 24 📍 8:00 PM at Chiesa Parrocchiale di Barcis: Holy Mass with the Patron Saint's Procession, accompanied by the Filarmonica di Maniago and the Quirita di San Quirino choir.