Festival · October 24, 2026 – October 25, 2026 · Monselice (PD)
The 24th edition of Colori e Sapori d'Autunno returns to Monselice, bringing the historic center to life with vibrant markets, open shops, captivating shows, and delicious local gastronomy from the Pro Loco. You'll find stalls brimming with typical seasonal products, art exhibitions, and intriguing mystery performances. Sunday adds even more with traditional folk activities, scenic excursions, and lively itinerant music.
Indulge in authentic local flavors at the Pro Loco food stand, offering traditional sandwiches and other regional specialties that capture the essence of autumn in Monselice.
📅 Saturday, October 24th 📍 Historic Center Squares and Streets 🛒 Autumn Market in Piazza Vittoria: Discover stalls with typical and seasonal products starting at 9:00 AM. 🎨 Art Exhibition Inauguration: At 3:00 PM at Torretta di piazza Ossicella, officially opening a painting exhibition. 🖼️ Historical and Artistic Exhibition: Visit the Museo San Paolo for "Il Presepe Narrante di Alberto Roveroni e l'iconografia monseliciana tra opere, medaglie e stampe." 🎭 Mystery Shows: At 5:00 PM in the Historic Center, experience Veneto Spettacoli di Mistero presents "Serpi, draghi e folletti dei Colli Euganei." 📅 Sunday, October 25th 🍽️ PRO LOCO SANDWICH STAND: Enjoy local flavors all day. 🛒 GRAND MARKET: From 9:00 AM in the Historic Center (Piazza S. Marco, P.le Vittoria, P.zza Mazzini, Via Roma, Via C. Battisti), featuring local products and artisan crafts. 🛠️ "LA VIA DEI MESTIERI DI UNA VOLTA": Explore traditional crafts on Via Tortorini, presented by Pro Loco volunteers. 💃 FOLK TRADITIONS: All day in Piazza Mazzini, enjoy animation and performances by the "Gruppo Folkloristico degli amici di Frank." 🚶 COLLI VENETI D'AUTUNNO: IL FILO DELL'OLIO: At 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM, depart from Campo della Fiera for a walk discovering the agricultural landscape of Monte Ricco, its history, and olive oil culture, ending at Podere agrididattico Cà La Pignara. 🛶 BOAT EXCURSIONS: At 3:00 PM on Via Argine Destro, enjoy boat trips with the Remiera. 🎺 ITINERANT SHOW: At 3:30 PM along the Historic Center streets, watch the Musical Band and Majorettes parade. 🎶 Traditional Music and Dance: In the afternoon, enjoy Pizzica performances along the Historic Center streets. ✨ SPECIALS & EXTENDED OPENINGS ✨ 📍 PIEVE DI SANTA GIUSTINA: Open from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. 📍 MANI IN PASTA - STAND DEL PANE: In Piazza Mazzini, a bread-making demonstration stand by Pro Loco Monselice APS. 📍 MUSEO SAN PAOLO: Special promotional entry ticket for €1.00. 📍 CASTELLO DI MONSELICE: Special opening with guided tours (Morning: 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM; Afternoon: 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM). 📍 TORRE CIVICA: Open from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM.