September 11, 2026 – September 13, 2026 · Roiate (RM)
The Sagra dell'Abbacchio in Roiate celebrates tradition, taste, and community with three days of authentic flavors, music, and culture. This event features food stands with local specialties, conferences on sheep farming, historical photo exhibitions, and guided tours of the ancient village. The program also includes musical performances by artists like Brigallè, Paolo Vallesi, and the Carmen Russo Show, along with nature walks and entertainment for everyone.
Indulge in the star of the festival, 'Abbacchio,' a traditional Roman-style lamb dish, alongside other delicious local specialties that showcase the rich culinary heritage of Roiate.
The festival kicks off on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11th, with a public meeting and conference on 'Farming and Territory' at 4:30 PM, followed by the II Silvio Lombardi Painting Competition at 6:00 PM. Food stands open at 7:30 PM, and the evening concludes with a folk music show by BRIGALLÈ at 9:00 PM. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12th, starts with a historical photo exhibition of past Sagra dell'Abbacchio events at 10:00 AM in Piazza Umberto I. At 11:00 AM, take a guided tour of the Ancient Village, exploring its charming alleys and churches. Food stands open at 12:00 PM, and a panoramic train ride is available at 4:00 PM. Enjoy a concert by ALLA RIVERSA at 7:00 PM, featuring folk music from central-southern Italy, with food stands reopening at 7:30 PM. The night ends with a DJ SET by Papy & Miha at 11:30 PM. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13th, begins with a nature walk, 'Alla scoperta del territorio Roiatese,' at 9:00 AM (a 3-hour easy route). The panoramic train runs again at 10:30 AM, and food stands open at 12:00 PM. Catch a performance by the STREET BAND SMILF at 4:00 PM. The evening features a live performance by PAOLO VALLESI at 9:00 PM, followed by the CARMEN RUSSO SHOW dedicated to RAFFAELLA CARRA, directed and choreographed by ENZO PAOLO TURCHI with their dance troupe. The festival concludes with a DJ SET by Papy & Miha at 11:30 PM.