Festival · September 18, 2026 – September 20, 2026 · Erbusco (BS) (RM)
From September 18th to 20th, 2026, the Franciacorta in Cantina Festival returns for a weekend dedicated to discovering the region where Franciacorta wine is born. Wineries open their doors, offering tastings, guided tours, opportunities to meet producers and enologists, masterclasses, and immersive wine education experiences. Beyond the wine, a rich array of gastronomic delights awaits, including lunches and dinners hosted in the wineries, picnics amidst the vineyards, food & wine pairings, live showcooking demonstrations, and hands-on cooking workshops. The program also features bike tours, scenic excursions, live music, art exhibitions, family-friendly activities, and various cultural initiatives. The 2026 edition introduces "Focus Franciacorta," a special series of events designed for an in-depth exploration of the Franciacorta method, viticulture practices, and the unique characteristics of the region.
📅 **Friday, September 18th** 🍾 The Festival officially opens at participating wineries. 🍷 Enjoy Franciacorta tastings and guided tours of cellars and vineyards. 🍽️ Indulge in aperitifs, special Food & Wine offerings, lunches, dinners, and vineyard picnics. 🎵 Live music and entertainment set the mood. 🚲 Explore the region with outdoor activities and local initiatives. 📅 **Saturday, September 19th** 🍷 Participate in guided tastings and comprehensive winery tours. 🎓 Attend masterclasses and special "Focus Franciacorta" sessions for deeper insights. 🍽️ Savor lunches, dinners, picnics, and unique Food & Wine experiences. 🚲 Discover the landscape with bike tours and excursions. 🎵 Enjoy music, art, and various entertainment. 👨👩👧👦 Fun activities designed for families. 📅 **Sunday, September 20th** 🍾 Delight in tastings and tours of wineries and vineyards. 🎓 Engage in masterclasses and in-depth discussions about Franciacorta. 🍽️ Experience gastronomic delights, picnics, lunches, and tastings. 🚲 Take part in exciting outdoor activities. 🎵 Enjoy music and cultural initiatives. 👨👩👧👦 Family-friendly activities continue throughout the day. 🍇 **Throughout the entire weekend** Participating wineries offer their own unique programs, featuring tastings, guided tours, opportunities to meet producers and enologists, masterclasses, special gastronomic experiences, live music, art displays, sports activities, and initiatives for families.