Sagra · October 23, 2026 – October 25, 2026 · Rifreddo, Cuneo, Piemonte
📅 October 23-25, 2026 📍 Rifreddo (CN), Piedmont 🧙 17th Edition 🎭 Enjoy captivating shows and an immersive theatrical journey through the town. 🔥 Experience thrilling fire shows and lively entertainment. 🛍️ Explore a themed market offering unique crafts and local products. 🍽️ Savor delicious street food, traditional polenta, and authentic regional cuisine. 👨👩👧 Fun activities for children and families are available. 🎟️ Piazza shows are free; the Saturday theatrical journey requires a ticket and reservation. 📞 Info: 0175 260022 / 393 4871813
Indulge in a variety of street food and traditional dishes throughout the festival, including the special "Polenta Stregata" (Witch's Polenta). You'll find classic Italian flavors and local specialties to delight your taste buds.
📅 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23 🛍️ From 7:30 PM – Explore the Magicum Emporium, a market of magic and the occult in Piazza della Vittoria. 🍽️ Afterwards – Enjoy "Cibum et potiones" at the Casa Stregata with street food and gastronomic specialties. 🔥 8:30 PM – Witness "Il Rogo delle Streghe," a spectacular Horror Fire Show featuring fire, torches, and captivating performances. 🎧 10:30 PM – Join the Strega Party "Witch, please!" with DJ Pitone at PalaStreghe. 📅 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 🎪 3:00 PM – Hocus Pocus: Enjoy juggling, magical workshops, and activities for children at the Monastero di Santa Maria della Stella. 📸 5:00 PM – Inaugural visit to the "Voci d'invisibile" exhibition. 🎉 6:30 PM – Official opening of the festival. 🛍️ 7:00 PM – Discover Felix Felicis, a market of amulets and lucky charms. 🍽️ Afterwards – Delight in "Gli incantesimi del gusto": street food, polenta, and traditional dishes at the Casa Stregata. 🎭 From 7:45 PM – Experience "Lucea talvolta la luna – Le Masche di Rifreddo tra leggenda e realtà," a theatrical journey through the town's streets. 🧙 Throughout the evening – "Il Sabba di Rifreddo" features a Horror Circus Show, a Pastry Shop of Horrors, stilt walkers, and face painting. 🦉 Throughout the evening – Enjoy demonstrations and educational activities dedicated to nocturnal birds of prey. 🎧 10:00 PM – Creepy Night with Audi DJ at the Casa Stregata. 📅 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25 🌰 From dawn to dusk – "Tra Streghe e Sapori – La Sagra delle Masche" (Between Witches and Flavors – The Masche Festival). 🛍️ Explore stalls, a flea market, local products, De.Co. stands, and association booths. 🎵 Enjoy music and entertainment throughout the town's streets. 🐎 Experience a horseback riding baptism and an equestrian show. 🦅 See exhibitions and shows with birds of prey. 🌰 In the afternoon – Savor roasted chestnuts and hot drinks from the Alpini. 🎨 Kids can enjoy face painting, carousels, inflatables, and various activities. 🍽️ 12:30 PM – Pro Loco Lunch at PalaStreghe. 🥾 2:30 PM – "Sulle tracce delle Masche di Rifreddo," an animated walk for children and families. 💃 3:00 PM – Enjoy Occitan dances with La Meiro. 🎵 5:00 PM – Final concert at the Monastero di Santa Maria della Stella. 🍴 Throughout the entire event – Street food and Polenta Stregata will be available. 🎟️ The theatrical journey on October 24th costs €6 for adults/youths aged 11 and up, €4 for children aged 6-10, and is free for children under 5; limited availability and mandatory reservation.