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 exploring the region where Franciacorta wine is born. Wineries open their doors, offering tastings, guided tours, opportunities to meet producers and enologists, masterclasses, and immersive journeys into the world of wine. Beyond the wine, there's a rich array of gastronomic delights: lunches and dinners in the cellars, picnics among the vineyards, food & wine pairings, showcooking, and cooking workshops. The program also features bike tours, excursions, live music, art exhibitions, family-friendly activities, and cultural initiatives. The 2026 edition introduces "Focus Franciacorta," a special series of events designed to delve deeper into the Franciacorta method, viticulture, and the unique characteristics of the territory.
📅 **Friday, September 18th** 🍾 The Festival kicks off at participating wineries. 🍷 Enjoy Franciacorta tastings and guided tours of cellars and vineyards. 🍽️ Indulge in aperitifs, special Food & Wine offerings, lunches, dinners, and picturesque 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 tours of the wineries. 🎓 Attend masterclasses and special "Focus Franciacorta" sessions for in-depth learning. 🍽️ Savor lunches, dinners, picnics, and unique Food & Wine experiences. 🚲 Discover the landscape with bike tours and excursions. 🎵 Enjoy music, art, and entertainment throughout the day. 👨👩👧👦 Fun activities designed for families. 📅 **Sunday, September 20th** 🍾 Delight in tastings and tours of cellars and vineyards. 🎓 Deepen your knowledge with masterclasses and Franciacorta insights. 🍽️ Experience gastronomic delights, picnics, lunches, and tastings. 🚲 Engage in various outdoor activities. 🎵 Enjoy music and cultural initiatives. 👨👩_👧_👦 Family-friendly activities continue. 🍇 **Throughout the Weekend** Participating wineries offer their own unique programs, including tastings, guided tours, opportunities to meet producers and enologists, masterclasses, gastronomic experiences, music, art, sports activities, and initiatives for families.