Sagra · September 25, 2026 – October 11, 2026 · Maniagolibero, Maniago (PN)
Join the festivities in Maniagolibero for a rich program of events designed for all ages! Indulge in delicious food specialties like gnocchi, mixed grills, fried seafood, and frico, alongside themed evenings featuring paella and sardellata. The celebration also includes concerts, DJ sets, kids' activities, non-competitive walks, and tournaments.
Get ready to feast on a wide array of Italian delights! Savor classic pasta dishes like gnocchi with rich ragù or creamy gorgonzola and walnuts. Meat lovers will enjoy mixed grills with sausage, ribs, and chicken, or the traditional Porceddu (roast suckling pig). Don't miss the crispy frico with polenta, fried mixed seafood with crunchy vegetables and tartar sauce, or unique themed dinners like Paella and La Sardellata. For lighter bites, there are cheeseburgers, hamburgers, and wurstel with fries. Complement your meal with selected wines, refreshing drinks, and delightful desserts. There are also simple sides like beans with onions and french fries.
The Sagra di Maniagolibero offers an extended program of events: 📅 SATURDAY, September 19 🎵 7:00 PM: Celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Murales and Meridiana (Via Mazzini parking – Maniagolibero) 📅 FRIDAY, September 25 🍽️ 7:30 PM: Festivities begin with food stalls and kitchen opening 🏃 7:30 PM: Start of “La Lucciolata” in collaboration with Frecce Tricolori Maniago, followed by pasta for participants 🎤 9:00 PM: Concert with “HARD POP BAND” playing 70s/80s/90s pop rock covers 📅 SATURDAY, September 26 🍽️ 7:00 PM: Food stalls and kitchen open 🎵 Aperitivo with DJ Julio Montana 🎤 9:00 PM: Concert with “ABSOLUTE 5” absolutely live, followed by music with DJ Julio Montana 📅 SUNDAY, September 27 🏃 “3a Marcia delle Contrade” non-competitive walk (7 and 12 km) by Bladerunners (Info 370.3090643) from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM: Walk starts (on-site registration) 🐾 9:00 AM: “4-legged walk” – stroll with your dog accompanied by an instructor/educator. Free participation, mandatory registration 🧘 9:30 AM: “MANIALIVRI WELLNESS” functional walk in nature with body barre and pilates class 👨👩👧👦 10:00 AM: Activities and games for children and families (all day): ancient and modern wooden games, "Baptism of the Saddle" in collaboration with Gelindo dei Magredi, learn about donkeys and take walks with donkeys Stella and Natalina 🏍️ 11:00 AM: Gathering of Harley, Indian, and vintage motorcycles with a meal for participants (info 339.7236214) 🎉 11:30 AM: Ceremony for the 45th anniversary of the “CB Maniago 27” group 🍽️ 12:30 PM: Kitchen open with special “Porceddu” (roast suckling pig) (reservation required 370.3090643), regular festival menu also available 🎨 1:00 PM: Face painting for children 📖 2:00 PM: Animated readings 🐶 3:00 PM: The Magical World of Dogs – Pet Therapy workshop for children 🎬 5:00 PM: Screening of the animated movie “Lilo & Stitch” 🍽️ 7:00 PM: Food stalls and kitchen open 📅 FRIDAY, October 2 🍽️ “SERATA PANINI DELLE CONTRADE” (themed sandwich night) 🍽️ 7:30 PM: Food stalls and kitchen open 🃏 8:00 PM: Briscola and Morra tournament 🎤 10:00 PM: Evening with LUCIANO GAGGIA – ShowManDj 📅 SATURDAY, October 3 🍻 2nd LIVRI ROCKTOBERFEST with typical Bavarian-themed cuisine 🍽️ 7:00 PM: Food stalls and kitchen open 🎵 Aperitivo with Paolo Innocenti 🎤 9:00 PM: Concert with “EVERLONG” Foo Fighters Tribute, followed by music with Paolo Innocenti 📅 SUNDAY, October 4 ⛪ 10:30 AM: Holy Mass with procession 🃏 3:30 PM: “CONTRADE IN SFIDA” Briscola competition between the districts of Maniagolibero 🍽️ 7:00 PM: Food stalls and kitchen open with “Paella” specialty (reservation required 370.3090643), regular festival menu also available 🎤 8:30 PM: Concert with “STRAITS FRIENDS” Dire Straits Tribute 📅 FRIDAY, October 9 🍽️ 7:30 PM: Food stalls and kitchen open 🎵 9:30 PM: “NO LIMITS NIGHT” DJ set with dance show entertainment 📅 SATURDAY, October 10 🍽️ 7:00 PM: Food stalls and kitchen open with “La Sardellata” specialty (reservation required 370.3090643), regular festival menu also available ✨ During dinner, magical table experience 🎵 Aperitivo with DJ Set Emistore 🎤 9:00 PM: Concert with “EXES” 360° energy, followed by music