Musica · July 10, 2026 – July 19, 2026 · Roana (VI)
Hoga Zait, the Cimbrian Festival, returns to Roana for 10 days dedicated to Cimbrian culture, language, and traditions. The 2026 edition celebrates 50 years of twinning between Roana and Velden, bringing together the Cimbrian communities of Luserna and Lessinia. Enjoy a widespread program featuring guided excursions, live music, engaging workshops, captivating shows, and festive gatherings for all ages.
Indulge in a delightful array of culinary traditions, from hearty Bavarian dishes and authentic Cimbrian specialties to beloved Italian classics, all prepared with locally sourced ingredients.
📅 FRIDAY, JULY 10 🎵 09:30 ÌSTA GABÉST AN BÒTTA - Once Upon a Time (guided excursion with Asiago Guide) 🎨 09:30 Wood Sculpture Symposium (SelvArt, free admission) 🎨 16:00 Inauguration of the Extemporaneous Sculpture Symposium and park walk (SelvArt, free admission) 👨👧👦 16:30 MANI NEL LEGNO - Hands in Wood Workshop for children aged 7-12 (SelvArt) 🎉 18:00 Official festival opening - Schèllatragar Bell Ringing and music by Pierangelo Tamiozzo 🍽️ 20:00 Dinner featuring Cimbrian dishes and music with Stòanèngel un de klénkallen (Ristorante K2) 📅 SATURDAY, JULY 11 🎵 09:30 DE ALTEN ÈRBOT - Ancient Crafts from the Forest to Carpentry (guided excursion with Asiago Guide) 🎨 09:30 Wood Sculpture Symposium (Mezzaselva, free admission) 🌳 15:00 Velden Wood - Planting of 50 trees (Boscon di Cesuna) 🏛️ 17:00 Official Ceremony for 50 years of Roana-Velden twinning - Unveiling of the "Due in uno" sculpture (Municipal Council Hall) 🍺 20:00 Volksfest - Traditional folk festival with beer from Velden and Bavarian dishes (Multi-purpose sports hall) 📅 SUNDAY, JULY 12 🎵 09:30 'Z ALTE ROBAAN - Ancient Roana and its Districts (excursion with Asiago Guide, Piazza Santa Giustina) 🙏 10:30 Holy Mass sung in Cimbrian with the Cimbrian Choir of Roana and Mezzaselva (Parish Church) 🏛️ 11:30 Dedication of Via Velden and opening of the Cimbrian Museum (Cimbrian Culture Institute) 👨👧👦 16:00 ARTISTI DELLA PREISTORIA - Prehistoric Artists Workshop for children aged 7-12 (Piazza Santa Giustina)