September 24, 2026 – October 5, 2026 · Guidizzolo (MN)
Experience the best of autumn in Guidizzolo with a month-long celebration dedicated to the De.Co. quail, a local specialty. Savor expertly prepared quail served with steaming polenta, explore a market showcasing regional delicacies, discover fascinating mycological exhibits, and enjoy a rich program of cultural events. This festival offers a perfect blend of gastronomy, music, art, traditional customs, and family fun.
Indulge in the star of the festival, the De.Co. roasted quail, a registered local product, perfectly paired with steaming polenta. Complement your meal with fine local wines and explore other unique De.Co. specialties from the region.
The Sagra di Ottobre offers a packed schedule of events. Kick off the festivities with a special tasting of De.Co. specialties and local wines (Salone Masec) on THURSDAY 24-FRIDAY 25 SEPTEMBER at 8:00 PM (reservations required). Enjoy 'Aperitivi in Musica con Sciù Sció' on SUNDAY 27 SEPTEMBER at 10:30 AM (Oratorio di San Lorenzo). Dive into literature with a GGLG meeting and Nilsson magazine presentation on WEDNESDAY 30 SEPTEMBER from 4:00 PM-5:30 PM (Biblioteca). OCTOBER 3rd is bustling with the 'Arte e Colori in Mostra' inauguration with Gruppo Artide at 10:30 AM (Galleria Civica), a scenic bike ride 'Insieme sulle ali della bici - Percorso dei Mulini' at 2:30 PM (Centro Sportivo), and a free 'Vasco Tribute Live Experience' with Diapasonband at 9:30 PM (Piazzale Marconi). SUNDAY 4 OCTOBER is a full day: a Mycological Exhibition at 9:00 AM (Palazzo Vergani), 'Guidizzolo in Color' live painting from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM (Via Vittorio Veneto), 'I Giochi di una Volta' traditional games for families from 10:00 AM-6:00 PM (Via Vittorio Veneto), a De.Co. specialty market with tastings at 10:00 AM (Via Vittorio Veneto), 'Vin Noir' wine and book presentations at 10:30 AM, a presentation on 'La Quaglia Comune' at 11:30 AM (Loggia Palazzo Vergani), an aerial art performance by Education School Dance at 3:30 PM (Via IV Novembre), a Tug-of-War exhibition at 4:30 PM (Via IV Novembre), an award ceremony for long-standing agricultural activities at 5:30 PM (Loggia Palazzo Vergani), and a free musical theater show 'Chéla ólta che San Francesco le pasat da Ghidisol' at 9:00 PM (Teatro Comunale). On MONDAY 5 OCTOBER, young artists can participate in 'Piccoli Madonnari' at 3:30 PM (Oratorio Parrocchiale). The AVIS Sagra della Quaglia offers take-away and reservations from 7:00 PM on OCTOBER 3-5 (Piazza Dal Prato). Additionally, enjoy De.Co. Roasted Quail for take-away on SEPTEMBER 26-27 and OCTOBER 3-4, 10-11 (Salsamenteria del Garda and Arte del Cibarsi) with mandatory booking.