Sagra · August 12, 2026 · Esterzili (SU)
The Sagra de is cocoeddas celebrates Esterzili's traditional pasta dumplings with artisan workshops, traditional dances, and the unique 'canto a tenore' singing from Sardinia's Barbagia region. Enjoy tastings of local specialties, live music, a traditional wedding procession in authentic costumes, and cultural performances throughout the day.
Indulge in a variety of authentic Sardinian delicacies, including traditional Sardinian cheese, the renowned Torrone Maxia from Aritzo, and local specialties like is cadireddas, is cocoeddas, is scarranfiaus, and sa fregula.
Join us on AUGUST 12, 2026, for the Sagra de is cocoeddas in Esterzili! Starting at 11:00 AM, explore open stands and exhibitions, and participate in workshops to learn how to make is cocoeddas, sa fregula, is scarranfiaus, rush baskets, is cadireddas, traditional cheese, and Torrone Maxia. Enjoy itinerant music by Luca Lai, Michele Fadda, Orietta Puggioni, Fabio Calzia, and Jonathan Della Marianna, and take a guided tour of the village murals with 'Raccontando i murales.' At 12:00 PM, delve into Esterzili's history from the 18th and 19th centuries with Umberto Oppus and Francesca Melis Boi in the council chamber. From 1:00 PM, savor 'Su murzu' – a tasting of is cocoeddas at Gecas – and discover various food stalls throughout the village offering traditional Esterzilese products. The afternoon continues at 4:00 PM with more itinerant music and workshops, plus another 'Raccontando i murales' guided tour. At 5:00 PM, witness 'A ingolliri su strexu,' a dressing ceremony featuring ancient Esterzilese gala attire, followed by a wedding procession with women from Esterzili in traditional Sardinian costumes. At 6:00 PM, enjoy a performance by the Associazione Tumbarinos di Gavoi through the village streets. Another tasting of is cocoeddas at Gecas awaits at 7:00 PM. The evening heats up at 8:00 PM with more music from Luca Lai, Michele Fadda, Orietta Puggioni, Fabio Calzia, and Jonathan Della Marianna. At 9:00 PM, experience a concert by Moses Concas, followed by 'Un'isola in festa' with Giuliano Marongiu, traditional dances in the piazza with A Bratzos Tentos, and a DJ set by Valentino Poddie.