Sagra · November 8, 2026 – November 15, 2026 · Montemurlo (PO)
The 31st Festa dell'Olio in Montemurlo is a vibrant celebration of local food, wine, culture, and traditions. This event offers tastings of freshly pressed olive oil, historical reenactments, art exhibitions, dance and music performances, plus a rich market featuring typical local products. It's a perfect opportunity to discover the authentic flavors and history of the Montemurlo area.
Indulge in a variety of local delights, from freshly pressed 'Olio nuovo' (new olive oil) and 'Vino novello' (new wine) to traditional Tuscan dishes like 'Minestra di pane' (bread soup) and 'Tortelli'. Don't miss the hearty 'Salsicce e fagioli' (sausages and beans) or the unique street food specialties such as 'Fettunta' (garlic bread with new olive oil), 'Lampredotto', 'Porchetta', and 'Trippa' – authentic local flavors rarely found elsewhere. Sweet treats and 'Frugiate' (roasted chestnuts) are also on offer.
The festival spans several dates, offering a rich program of activities: 📅 Sunday, November 8th 8:30 AM: The Felice Agricoltura olive mill opens, selling local products. 9:00 AM: Visit the Pieve di S. Giovanni Battista Decollato. 11:30 AM: Inauguration of a painting exhibition at the Compagnia next to the Pieve, followed by an aperitivo. 1:00 PM: Lunch at the Pieve rectory. 3:00 PM: Dance performance by Natya Gioia in the piazza. 4:00 PM: Book presentation 'Montemurlo e la sua Croce: Valenze artistiche' at the Pieve. 📅 Wednesday, November 11th 9:00 PM: Holy Mass celebrated at the Pieve with all Associations for San Martino, patron of Associations. 📅 Friday, November 13th 7:00 PM: 'Frantoio di rocca': Presentation and tasting of new olive oils, followed by the 11th 'Olio di casa nostra' competition. 8:00 PM: Olive Oil Dinner in the cellars of Montemurlo Castle. 📅 Saturday, November 14th 8:30 AM: The Felice Agricoltura olive mill opens, selling local products. 9:00 AM: Visit the Pieve di S. Giovanni Battista Decollato. 9:30 AM: Walk 'Di Castello in Castello: sulle orme di Castruccio Castracani' (From Castle to Castle: in the footsteps of Castruccio Castracani). 10:00 AM: Olive oil conference. 3:30 PM: Concert in honor of Santa Cecilia by the Filarmonica G. Verdi. 9:15 PM: Theatrical performance by 'I Limoni' with the comedy 'Coppia cerca coppia' by Gianluigi Ciolli at Sala Banti. 📅 Sunday, November 15th 8:30 AM: The Felice Agricoltura olive mill opens, selling local products. 9:00 AM: Pieve di S. Giovanni Battista Decollato opens. 9:00 AM: Association stands and market open. 10:00 AM: 'Camminolio' (Olive Oil Walk): starting from Piazza della Libertà, with refreshments at the Rocca rectory. All participants receive a souvenir gadget. 11:00 AM: Traditional Festa dell'Olio stands in the piazza (Fettunta, Minestra di pane, Tortelli, Salsicce e fagioli, Vino novello, Frugiate, various sweets). Kiosks for Porchetta, Lampredotto, and Trippa. 1:00 PM: Lunch at the rectory. 3:00 PM: Show with Formaggini Guasti 'Si fa presto a dire OLIO!' (It's easy to say OIL!). 3:30 PM: Entertainment by the Maggiaioli di Bagnolo. 4:30 PM: Historical parade and performances by the 'Gruppo Storico di Montemurlo'. 🎵 The 'Gospel Black&White ensemble' choir performs great cinema soundtracks, with dances by the 'Amici del GBS' group to the unforgettable music of 'Aggiungi un posto a tavola'. 📅 Tuesday, December 8th 10:00 AM: 'Il mio Presepe nella Pieve' (My Nativity Scene in the Pieve). Lighting of the Association's large nativity scene, exhibition, and 'Il mio presepe nella Pieve' competition. 📅 Wednesday, January 6th, 2027 11:00 AM: Award ceremony for the Festa dell'Olio Painting and Nativity Scene Competitions. 1:00 PM: Lunch at the rectory.