August 21, 2026 – August 23, 2026 · Roccafinadamo (CH)
Experience the heart of Italian rural traditions at the Maccheroni della Trebbiatura festival in Roccafinadamo! This three-day event celebrates local farming culture with a vibrant mix of music, vintage vehicle gatherings, traditional games, and live demonstrations of wheat threshing. Indulge in delicious local food and wine specialties, and dance the nights away under the stars.
Savor authentic local flavors, including the renowned Pecorino di Farindola cheese, a true regional delicacy. The festival offers a chance to taste traditional dishes and specialties that highlight the rich culinary heritage of the area.
Join us for three days of festivities: 📅 AUGUST 21, 2026 ⏰ 6:30 PM: Grand opening ceremony with local authorities, celebrating the 25th anniversary of the association. Explore exhibitions of ancient rural artifacts, traditional crafts, and local agri-food products. ⏰ 8:30 PM: Dance the night away with live music from "Fabio e Dalila." 📅 AUGUST 22, 2026 ⏰ 9:30 AM: Vintage Fiat 500 and Historic Rally Car gathering. ⏰ 9:30 AM: Maiella Adventure Club Off-Road vehicle gathering. ⏰ 2:00 PM: MacADVENTURE off-road experience. ⏰ 6:30 PM: Maxi BRISCOLA PAIRS card game tournament. ⏰ 6:30 PM: Witness the creation of the traditional "MUCCHIE DI LU RANE." ⏰ 8:30 PM: Enjoy another evening of dancing with "I RAGAZZI DELLA BALLOTERAPIA di Sandro & Matilde." 📅 AUGUST 23, 2026 ⏰ 9:30 AM: Parade of vintage tractors and threshing machines. ⏰ 11:30 AM: Holy Mass with a blessing of agricultural vehicles. ⏰ 3:30 PM: Live wheat threshing demonstration and traditional grain dressing. ⏰ 8:30 PM: Conclude the festival with a lively dance evening featuring the RADICANTI Folk Orchestra. Throughout the evenings, starting from 6:00 PM, there will be mini BRISCOLA card game competitions. Prizes include two 6kg hams for first place and two 1kg wheels of Pecorino di Farindola cheese from D'Agosing Daniele for second place.