Sagra · August 13, 2026 – August 16, 2026 · Aurisina, Duino Aurisina (TS)
The Festeggiamenti di San Rocco in Aurisina is a vibrant four-day traditional Sagra (local festival) that beautifully blends culture, delicious food and wine, sports, and music. The town comes alive with engaging exhibitions, charming local markets, cultural discussions, exciting tournaments, and plenty of live music. You'll find food and wine kiosks showcasing local winemakers, producers, artisans, and farmers, offering a true taste of the region.
Indulge in authentic local flavors, including the unique minestra di bobici, a traditional soup that's a must-try specialty of the area, alongside other regional delights from local producers and artisans.
Get ready for four days of fun at Festeggiamenti di San Rocco! 📅 Thursday, August 13, 2026 📍 6:00 PM: Exhibition opening 'Trame di memoria e creatività: Ivan Marija Hrovatin in Jasna Simoneta, Simone Pietro Claudio, Barbara Boneta, Matej Gruden Keko' at Centro culturale Igo Gruden. 📍 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM: Beach volleyball tournament at Campo sportivo Sokol. 🎵 7:45 PM: Concert by the male vocal group Vihar, directed by Mirko Ferlan, at the Parish Church. 📍 8:30 PM: Grand opening ceremony and awards for deserving citizens in Piazza San Rocco. 🎵 10:00 PM: DJ Night at Campo sportivo Sokol. 📅 Friday, August 14, 2026 📍 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Beach volleyball tournament at Campo sportivo Sokol. 💃 5:00 PM: NIA dance workshop with Michela for children and adults in the Parish Garden. 📍 5:30 PM: Exhibition opening 'Inclusione' at Casa della pietra. 📍 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM: Guided tour of the exhibition 'Territorio, possesso e potere: Aurisina e il Carso sulle mappe storiche' (in Slovenian, with an Italian tour at 7 PM) at Centro culturale Igo Gruden. 🎵 8:00 PM: Klapa Solinar concert at Campo sportivo Sokol. 🎬 9:00 PM: Children's cinema night in the Parish Garden. 🎵 10:00 PM: Performance by the group Bandomat at Campo sportivo Sokol. 📅 Saturday, August 15, 2026 📍 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM: Flea market in Piazza San Rocco. 🍽️ 12:00 PM: Presentation of the monthly QUBI, followed by a toast with minestra di bobici at Bar Igor Plk. 🎵 6:00 PM: Performance by the group Gas Kras at Campo sportivo Sokol. 🎭 8:30 PM: Performance by the Cultural Circle 'Borjač' of Sesana and the show 'Kavadurji' in Piazza San Rocco. 📅 Sunday, August 16, 2026 📍 9:30 AM: Solemn Holy Mass at the Parish Church. 📍 Immediately following: Procession through the village streets. 📍 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Bell tower visit at the Parish Church. 📍 5:00 PM: Dry stone construction — round table discussion in the Parish Garden. 📍 6:30 PM: Flea market at Campo sportivo Sokol. 🎵 7:00 PM: Performance by the Breg - Dolina band at Campo sportivo Sokol. 🎵 8:30 PM: Performance by the group Rujni muzikanti at Campo sportivo Sokol.