August 6, 2026 – August 9, 2026 · Castiglioni, Arcevia (AN)
Get ready for the 29th edition of Festa d'Estate in Castiglioni! This four-day festival is packed with music, live shows, local traditions, and pure fun. Enjoy tribute nights to Italian rock legend Vasco Rossi, high-energy live rock with DRØM, traditional Italian ballroom dancing (ballo liscio), and a hilarious local dialect comedy play. Our food stands will delight you with regional specialties like truffle tagliatelle, gnocchi with duck ragu, grilled lamb, and local Verdicchio DOC wine. Plus, there's free entertainment for kids!
Indulge in a delicious gastronomic journey featuring authentic local dishes. Savor handmade tagliatelle with fragrant truffles or rich duck ragu, and tender gnocchi with duck ragu. Meat lovers will enjoy succulent grilled lamb, a mixed grill, or breaded rabbit with baked gratin vegetables. Pair your meal with a glass of crisp Verdicchio DOC from the Castelli di Jesi region, and don't forget to save room for traditional Italian desserts.
Here's what's happening at Festa d'Estate: 📅 Thursday, August 6th at 9:30 PM: Enjoy a brilliant dialect comedy play, "La vendetta del fantasma di nonno Pericle." 📅 Friday, August 7th at 9:30 PM: Rock out with Le Bollicine, a fantastic Vasco Rossi Tribute band, followed by a DJ SET with Lucio. 📅 Saturday, August 8th at 9:30 PM: Le Bollicine returns for another electrifying Vasco Rossi Tribute, followed by a DJ SET. 📅 Sunday, August 9th at 5:30 PM: Free animation and entertainment for children at the tennis court – perfect for families! 📅 Sunday, August 9th at 9:30 PM: Experience live Italian rock with DRØM Italian Rock Band, followed by ROSKY DJ. 📅 Sunday, August 9th at 9:30 PM: Dance the night away at Festa Sant'Agata with traditional Italian ballroom dancing (Ballo Liscio) featuring Mirko & Simona Group.