Sagra · August 23, 2026 – August 24, 2026 · Motto Grizza, Oleggio (NO)
The Festa della Sacra Famiglia brings the Motto Grizza (Oleggio) hamlet to life with two days of devotion, music, and traditional gastronomy. Sunday features a Holy Mass followed by a charming auction of offerings, while Monday remembers the departed with a second celebration. Weekend evenings offer concerts by local bands and typical dishes like paniscia, fried frogs, and pasta alla Gricia, ensuring an authentic festive experience.
Indulge in a variety of local specialties, from fresh seafood salad and rich paccheri with fish ragù to a savory pulled pork sandwich. Don't miss regional favorites like paniscia, the unique fried frogs, classic pasta alla Gricia, and traditional trippa.
The festival kicks off on August 20th with a musical evening featuring the Stefano Teruggi Band, serving Paniscia. On August 21st, enjoy music from Alex Biondi and try the fried frogs. August 22nd brings Giuliano e i Baroni with pasta alla Gricia. The main celebrations begin on August 23rd with a 4:00 PM Holy Mass, followed by a musical evening with Malamente. On August 24th, there's a 8:30 PM Holy Mass in remembrance of the deceased, and music by Max Mania (883 Tribute). The festival concludes on August 25th with Tomotto Land, a youth night featuring pulled pork sandwiches.