Festival · November 6, 2026 – November 8, 2026 · Miglianico (CH)
Experience the flavors of autumn at the Novello e Castagne Festival in Miglianico! This lively fall celebration features delicious new wine (vino novello) and roasted chestnuts, alongside live music, traditional local dishes, and artisan craft markets. You'll have the chance to savor authentic specialties like arrosticini (grilled lamb skewers), hearty polenta, 'Trappetara' pasta, and the unique 'pallotte cacio e ove' (cheese and egg fritters). The festivities will go on, rain or shine!
Indulge in a wide array of Abruzzese culinary delights. Enjoy savory first courses like 'Pizza e Fuje' (pizza with wild greens), various polenta dishes, and traditional pasta like 'Sagne e Fagioli' (pasta with beans) and 'Spaghetti alla Trappetara'. For main courses, savor grilled arrosticini, roasted cheese with bread, and the famous 'Pallotte Cacio e Ove'. Don't miss the hearty 'Stinco di Maiale con Patate' (pork shank with potatoes) or the unique 'Spezzatino Cacio e Ove'. Sweeten your experience with Nutella crepes or a plate of local desserts. Warm up with mulled wine (Vin Brulè) or enjoy a glass or pitcher of the fresh Vino Novello.
Join us for a weekend of fun! On Friday, November 6, 2026, the Grand Brazier will be lit at 6:00 PM, followed by live music from 'Sergio e gli amici'. Saturday, November 7, 2026, features a performance by 'Marco Diotallevi'. On Sunday, November 8, 2026, food stands open for LUNCH, with entertainment by 'Lucia & Nicolino' playing 80s dance music and group dances.