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Sagra dello Struzzo (Ostrich Festival)

Sagra · July 24, 2026 – August 2, 2026 · Pozzuolo del Friuli (UD)

The 28th Sagra dello Struzzo in Pozzuolo del Friuli is a vibrant popular festival where you can savor unique culinary specialties featuring ostrich and traditional Friulian meats. Immerse yourself in an atmosphere of music, dancing, and fun, with fully stocked food and wine kiosks, a beer garden, and a wine bar showcasing the best Friulian wines. Enjoy lively musical evenings, tribute concerts, and a grand final tombola (bingo) with a prize pool of €1,500.

🍽️ Food & Menu

Indulge in a variety of local flavors, including delicious ostrich dishes and traditional Friulian grilled meats. Complement your meal with a selection of refreshing beers or exquisite Friulian wines, carefully chosen to enhance your culinary experience.

📅 Program

The festival kicks off on **FRIDAY, JULY 24th** at 7:00 PM with the opening festivities, followed by a musical evening at 9:00 PM with the Stefania e i Mammamia orchestra, and Dancemania at AreaG Live at 9:30 PM. **SATURDAY, JULY 25th** starts at 7:30 PM with AperiStruzzo featuring DJ Simone Bernardinis. Enjoy a dance evening with the Marco e il Clan orchestra at 9:00 PM, and AreaG Live presents Turbo Max-883 (Max Pezzali Tribute Band) at 9:30 PM. On **SUNDAY, JULY 26th**, AperiStruzzo is available at AreaG & Enoteca from 7:30 PM. Catch a performance by the Planet Rock Studio group at 8:00 PM, followed by a dance evening with the Luca Roncari orchestra at 9:00 PM, and Absolute 5 at AreaG Live at 9:30 PM. **WEDNESDAY, JULY 29th** sees the opening of kiosks and kitchens at 8:00 PM with a special youth menu, leading into the Sbrume Sot de Lune Foam Party at 9:30 PM. **FRIDAY, JULY 31st** begins with AperiStruzzo featuring DJ Ale Esse at 7:30 PM, followed by the Associations' Anniversary celebration at 8:30 PM, and a musical evening with Cindy and the Rock History at 9:30 PM. **SATURDAY, AUGUST 1st** offers AperiStruzzo with DJ Simone Bernardinis at 7:30 PM. Dance the night away with the Renza Glamour orchestra at 9:00 PM, and AreaG Live presents the Nicola Straballo Band at 9:30 PM. The festival concludes on **SUNDAY, AUGUST 2nd** with group dances with Cuori in Pista at 7:00 PM, and AperiStruzzo at AreaG & Enoteca at 7:30 PM. Enjoy a dance evening with the Roger La Voce del Sole orchestra at 9:00 PM, and DJ Sêt with DJ Tommy Dee Dosu at AreaG Live at 9:30 PM. The grand Tombola drawing with a €1,500 prize pool takes place at 11:00 PM.