Sagra · October 23, 2026 – November 1, 2026 · Piazza Mazzini, Jesolo (VE)
The Castagna Festival in Jesolo transforms Piazza Mazzini into a lively, themed village, offering two weekends of tradition, music, and fun. Visitors can explore a food and wine market, savor warm roasted chestnuts, enjoy live music and dance performances, and have a blast with kids' entertainment and carnival rides. The event also includes a special Halloween night celebration.
Indulge in the quintessential autumn treat: warm, roasted chestnuts, a delicious street food staple perfect for enjoying as you explore the festival.
Get ready for two weekends of fun at the Castagna Festival! The festival kicks off on Friday, October 23rd, at 12:00 PM with street food and carnival rides. The afternoon heats up at 5:00 PM with an Aperitivo Festival featuring Djs Jesolo Together, Luca Fizzo (Difetti Sonori), and DJ Pippo PF (Musica Seriamente Divertente). The evening culminates at 9:00 PM with a live concert by Paradiso Sold Out, a tribute band to Tommaso Paradiso and Thegiornalisti, with the party continuing at La Terrazzetta and Mucho Macho from 11:30 PM. Saturday, October 24th, also starts at 12:00 PM with food and rides. At 5:00 PM, enjoy a DJ set by Djs Jesolo Together (Amadeus & Ricky Ferrazzo), followed by a live performance from Jesolo's own boyband, Flymode. The evening's main event at 9:00 PM is a live show by Colpa Delle Favole, a tribute band to Ultimo. The night winds down in the piazza at 11:30 PM, with festivities moving to La Terrazzetta and Mucho Macho. Sunday, October 25th, opens at 12:00 PM with street food and family attractions. The Aperitivo Festival returns at 5:00 PM with Djs Jesolo Together (Amadeus & Ricky Ferrazzo) and another live performance by Flymode. Later, experience the Dance Show From Jesolo with Urban Factory Dance Lab, a project by Matteo Piovesan. The day concludes with Castagna Latina and the Hola Guapa 4K party, featuring reggaeton, zumba, and Latin rhythms with special guest Alejandro Latino Project, with after-parties at La Terrazzetta and Mucho Macho from 11:30 PM. The second weekend begins on Friday, October 30th, at 12:00 PM with the festival, food stalls, and carnival rides. From 5:00 PM, enjoy the "Castagna Nightmare Deejay" music marathon, featuring young Valentino Talent (12 years old), '90s selections by Ricky Ferrazzo, Alex Amadeus (Panico Music), and tech house sounds by Dado. From 9:00 PM, special performances include Giuliano Veronese "Il Maextro" (electronic and tech house), Leo Girardi (techno trance disco '90s), and Marco Bellini (techno and electronic). Nightlife continues at La Terrazzetta and Mucho Macho from 11:30 PM. Saturday, October 31st, is Halloween! Street food stands and rides open at 12:00 PM. At 5:00 PM, join a '90s party led by Djs Jesolo Together (Amadeus & Ricky Ferrazzo). The highlight of the evening at 9:00 PM is a live show by Gigi L'Altro, a tribute to Gigi D'Agostino, with stage animation by Urban Factory Dance Lab by Matteo Piovesan. Music and late-night gatherings continue at La Terrazzetta and Mucho Macho from 11:30 PM. The festival concludes on Sunday, November 1st, with stalls, street food, and carnival rides opening at 12:00 PM. At 5:00 PM, enjoy the Aperitivo Festival with Djs Jesolo Together (Amadeus & Ricky Ferrazzo), followed by a rock concert from Jesolo's own Heavenly Rock Band. Later, experience the Pink Power format by Radio Piterpan, a segment dedicated to women hosted by Alice Fassina and Sister Gloria. The festival wraps up with a Castagna Latina dance session with the Santiago dance school.