Sagra · August 15, 2026 – August 16, 2026 · Porzus (UD)
The 30th Festa della Meda in Porzûs celebrates the ancient tradition of building haystacks, once essential for winter and now characteristic elements of the rural landscape. This event offers a rich program with walks, music, dancing, children's workshops, and the creation of a large 'meda' (haystack), involving the public and local artisans in a festive and joyful atmosphere.
Join us for two days of fun and tradition! 📅 August 15, 2026 📍 Porzûs 🏃♀️ 8:30 AM: Meet in the square for the 'Anello della sorgente Ocena' – a scenic walk (departure 9:00 AM) ⛪ 10:30 AM: Holy Mass of the Assumption, at the Church of San Giovanni Battista and S. Lucia with Don Vittorino Ghenda 🎵 12:00 PM: Dancing and celebration on the meadows with La Fisarmonica delle Alpi 🧸 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Entertainment and kids' area by Arbracadbra (wooden games) 🎨 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Children's workshop "Brushstrokes of color on fabric" 🌾 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Children's workshop "Creating with hay" by Julia Artico 🌾 2:30 PM: Building of a large haystack with public and children's participation 📅 August 16, 2026 📍 Porzûs 🏃♀️ 8:30 AM: Meet in the square for a group walk along the historic trails of Porzûs (departure 9:00 AM) 🎵 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM: Dancing and celebration on the meadows with Franco Rosso 🎲 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM: Traditional games for all ages (including "saw cutting," "nail driving," "diclochie," "morra...") 📅 Both days (August 15 & 16) 🌳 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM: "Gli artisti del legno" – wood sculptors showcasing their work in the surrounding meadows 🛍️ 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM: Artisan hobbyists in the square with stands featuring their creations