September 18, 2026 – September 22, 2026 · Isola Rizza (VR)
The Sagra della Madonna Addolorata in Isola Rizza celebrates the 50th anniversary of the local Pro Loco association with five days of festivities. This event offers a rich food and wine program featuring local specialties like 'risotto all'isolarizzana' and grilled meats, accompanied by live music from orchestras and DJ sets. You'll also enjoy dance and theater performances, plus a fun fair and a charity raffle. The entire event takes place under a large marquee, guaranteeing fun even if the weather isn't perfect.
Indulge in authentic local flavors with specialties such as 'risotto all'isolarizzana' – a unique regional risotto – and delicious grilled meats. Don't miss the traditional 'ossi, gambeti e codeghin con peara,' a hearty dish with slow-cooked meats and a rich sauce. For a quicker bite, there are also classic hamburgers with fries and 'panini onti' (savory sandwiches).
The festival kicks off on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18th, with food stands opening at 7:00 PM, followed by a dance exhibition from A.S.D. SINESTESIA BOVOLONE at 8:00 PM and a DJ set with VITTORIO CAVALLINI at 9:30 PM. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19th, features a traditional lunch open to all at 12:30 PM, showcasing 'risotto all'isolarizzana' and 'ossi, gambeti e codeghin con peara.' Evening food stands open at 7:30 PM (with a special 'Bis di primi' for €7.00), a dance performance by DREAM DANCE STUDIO ROVERCHIARA at 8:00 PM, and live music with FORMAT SARÀ PERCHÈ TI AMO at 9:30 PM. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20th, starts with a Holy Mass at 10:30 AM in the Church of Santi Pietro e Paolo, followed by a welcome aperitif offered by Pro Loco at 11:30 AM. Lunch options include 'risotto all'isolarizzana' or grilled meats, or a special pre-booked menu. Don't miss the Pro Loco's anniversary cake cutting at 2:30 PM. Evening food stands open at 7:30 PM (with a special on hamburgers and fries for €6.00), a dance exhibition by DANCE STUDIO A.S.D. BOVOLONE at 8:00 PM, and an evening with ORCHESTRA STEFANIA MARCHESI at 9:30 PM. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21st, offers food stands opening at 7:30 PM (with a special on 'panini onti' for €6.00) and an evening with ORCHESTRA I MAGNIFICI at 9:00 PM. The festival concludes on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22nd, with food stands opening at 7:30 PM (featuring a special on risotto for €4.50), a theater performance by NEVERLAND SCUOLA TEATRO BOVOLONE from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM, and an evening with ORCHESTRA RODIGINI at 9:00 PM (with a special on grilled meats for €9.00).