October 9, 2026 – October 18, 2026 · Valrovina, Vicenza (VI)
The traditional Festa del Maron returns to Valrovina for an unmissable event from October 9th to 18th, 2026. Ten days dedicated to music, delicious food featuring chestnut-based specialties and Abruzzese arrosticini, and ancient traditions. The program includes rock concerts, cultural evenings, workshops for children, and the "Maron d'oro" competition.
Indulge in a delightful array of local flavors, with a special focus on chestnuts! Savor traditional chestnut desserts, including a giant version, alongside fresh local fruits and vegetables. Don't miss the authentic Abruzzese arrosticini, delicious grilled meat skewers perfect for street food lovers.
Get ready for a packed schedule at Festa del Maron! 📅 October 9th: 🍽️ 8:30 PM ARROSTICINI SPECIAL NIGHT with DJ Ri.En! 📅 October 10th: 🎵 8:30 PM "ROCK & ROLL ROCK-A-BILLY NIGHT" 10th EDITION featuring Basement Boppers (Bologna) and Ray Allen and his Band (Germany). 📅 October 11th: 🏃♀️ 9:00 AM Uphill Race to Monte Caina 🚶♀️ 11:00 AM Wellness Walk through Chestnut Groves and Villages with a yoga session led by Master Erica 🍽️ 12:00 PM Adult Popular Jury for the "DOLSE AL MARON" competition ⛪ 12:30 PM Holy Mass in Church 🍽️ 2:30 PM Cutting and Sale of the "MAXI DOLSE AL MARON 2026" 🎭 4:00 PM "Perfettamente imperfetti" (Perfectly Imperfect): dances and songs by primary and kindergarten students 🎩 6:00 PM "Tiracchematte": magic and comedy! 👨🍳 7:00 PM "DOLSE AL MARON KIDS" Cooking Workshop for children by Roberta Cataldi 🎵 7:00 PM Musical Aperitif with DJ LAGROSSA 📅 October 14th: 🗣️ 9:00 PM "Santiago: il cammino infinito" (Santiago: The Infinite Journey) with Tiziano Sabbadini and Francesca Benetti. 📅 October 15th: 🎭 8:30 PM The company "I Leggendari" presents "La leggenda della Luna e del Sole" (The Legend of the Moon and the Sun) with Bassano Ballet A.S.D. 📅 October 16th: 🍽️ 8:30 PM ARROSTICINI SPECIAL NIGHT with karaoke by DJ Assenzio! 📅 October 17th: 🎵 8:30 PM MAROONHAZE presents a live music night with: "Dj Beesk", "Dirty meat Cage", "Trust the mask" and "De Strangers & Galas". 📅 October 18th: 🖼️ 10:00 AM Exhibition openings: "Il cammino di Santiago nei quadri di Tiziano Sabbadini" (The Way of Santiago in Tiziano Sabbadini's paintings), "Frutta e verdura nostrana" (Local Fruits and Vegetables), "Maron d'oro" competition ⛪ 11:00 AM Holy Mass in Church 🛠️ 12:00 PM Ancient traditions: "lavori de 'na volta" (old-time crafts) 🍽️ 12:45 PM / 1:30 PM Registration for the Adult Popular Jury (for the "Dolse al Maron" competition) 🍽️ 1:30 PM Lunch 🍰 3:30 PM Submission of desserts for the "DOLSE AL MARON" competition 👧 4:00 PM Formation of the CHILDREN'S POPULAR JURY for the "Dolse al Maron" competition 🍰 4:30 PM Cutting and Sale of the "DOLSI AL MARON" 🎩 5:00 PM "MAGO G": for the joy of children and surprise of adults 🏺 6:00 PM Ceramic Workshop by "Il Pesce Rosso" 🏆 7:00 PM Awards Ceremony for "Maron d'oro" 2026 and other competitions 🍽️ Dinner 💃 6:00 PM / 10:00 PM "International dance" by Mauro Lini.