Sagra · September 4, 2026 – September 7, 2026 · Lavariano (UD)
Experience the 171st edition of the ancient patron saint festival, Perdon di Sant Antoni, in Lavariano! This lively village celebration fills the main square with live music and traditional 'liscio' ballroom dancing every evening. Indulge in authentic local specialties like potato gnocchi, frico (a delicious cheese and potato dish), goulash, fried calamari, and local cured ham and 'soppressa' salami. You'll also find tasty fish appetizers and crostini topped with regional products. The festival features a spectacular fireworks display, a religious procession, fun games for children, and prize drawings.
Savor a wide array of local culinary delights, from hearty potato gnocchi and the famous Frico cheese dish to succulent fried calamari, grilled meats, and rich goulash. Don't miss the local cured prosciutto and soppressa, along with fresh fish appetizers and crostini featuring regional products. Complement your meal with a selection of drinks, including sparkling wines, and finish with traditional Italian desserts.
Join us for four days of festivities at Perdon di Sant Antoni! 📅 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4th: Kick off the fun with a fishing competition at 4:00 PM, followed by aperitivo and food stands opening at 6:00 PM. The official inauguration with the Filarmonica G. Verdi is at 8:00 PM, with dinner in the square at 7:30 PM. Enjoy a live AC/DC tribute with ACIDI at 9:30 PM, or head to the beer garden for Salsa and Bachata with MANU E CRI, Scuola BodyExprim, and DJ EDDI at 9:00 PM. 📅 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5th: Start your day with an aperitivo at the wine bar at 12:00 PM. Kids can join their own fishing competition (XII TROFEO) at 3:00 PM. Discover Lavariano with a walking tour from 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM, followed by dinner in the square and awards at 6:30 PM. Dance the night away with Orchestra Selena Valle at 9:00 PM, or catch the Guns N' Roses tribute band GUNNERS at the beer garden at 10:00 PM. 📅 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6th: Experience the solemn mass and Sant'Antonio procession with the Filarmonica at 10:30 AM. At 12:00 PM, enjoy an aperitivo under the Tower, listen to the SCAMPANOTADORS, and let the kids have fun at the children's party until 10:00 PM. Awards for the painting/art/poetry contest are at 5:00 PM. Dinner and 'liscio' dancing with I COLLEGIUM begin at 7:30 PM, while the beer garden hosts a Mojito night with DJ GORZA at 7:30 PM. Don't miss the TOMBOLISSIMA drawing with a €4000 prize at 11:00 PM, followed by a spectacular fireworks show at 11:30 PM. 📅 MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7th: Enjoy aperitivo and food stands from 6:00 PM. Dance with Renè e la sua Orchestra at 8:00 PM. The beer garden features DJ KARTER and a Beer Pong Tournament at 9:30 PM. The festival concludes with the Lottery drawing (1st PRIZE €2000) at 11:00 PM. 🏕️ DAILY ATTRACTIONS: A covered tent, inflatable games, a wine bar, beer garden, and food stands offering local specialties are available every day.