September 18, 2026 – October 4, 2026 · Pordenone (PN)
Experience the 63rd edition of the Sagra di San Francesco, running from September 18th to October 4th at the Oratorio dedicated to the saint. This vibrant festival offers a rich program of food and wine kiosks featuring local specialties like grilled Baccalà (codfish), spit-roasted Pollo allo spiedo (chicken), and sweet Frittelle di San Francesco (fritters), all paired with local wines and craft beer. The event also includes a memorial soccer tournament, live music performances, religious celebrations, and lively evening parties with DJ sets. Enjoy everything in comfort with heated indoor spaces and ample parking.
Indulge in a wide array of local and national wines, alongside refreshing craft beer. Savor traditional Frittelle di San Francesco for a sweet treat. Explore hearty first courses like fresh Gnocchi with duck ragù, butter, and sage. Discover unique regional specialties such as Frico di Cavasso, Mus, black corn Polenta, smoked Ricotta, and Stratagliata. For main courses, delight in grilled Baccalà, various grilled meats, mixed grill platters, the special San Francesco Plate, spit-roasted chicken, and Trippe. For a quick bite, grab an authentic Hamburger or a delicious Pulled Pork sandwich.
The Sagra di San Francesco kicks off on FRI, Sep 18 at 7:30 PM with the opening of food kiosks (featuring Mus, Stratagliata). SAT, Sep 19 at 7:00 PM sees more kiosks open (Pollo allo spiedo, Baccalà, and grilled meats) followed by a 'Serata giovani' with a DJ Set. On SUN, Sep 20, kiosks open at 12:30 PM, with an afternoon youth event at 2:30 PM, and kiosks reopening at 7:00 PM. THU, Sep 24 at 8:30 PM, enjoy a musical narration about San Francesco by the Coro Parrocchiale in the Church. The festival continues with kiosk openings on FRI, Sep 25 at 7:30 PM (Mus, Stratagliata) and SAT, Sep 26 at 7:00 PM (Baccalà, grilled meats, and various dishes). SUN, Sep 27 features the Giancarlo Cossarini Memorial Soccer Tournament starting at 9:30 AM, with kiosks opening at 12:30 PM, tournament continuation at 3:00 PM, and awards at 4:30 PM. Kiosks reopen at 7:00 PM, followed by the 'Cesco!!! 800 anni di San Francesco' show by PAPU at 8:30 PM in the Church (free entry). The final weekend begins FRI, Oct 2 at 7:30 PM with kiosk openings (Mus, Stratagliata, and various dishes) and a penitential celebration at 8:30 PM. SAT, Oct 3 at 7:00 PM, kiosks open (Baccalà, grilled meats, and various dishes), followed by an Ecumenical prayer vigil at 8:00 PM. On SUN, Oct 4 (Patron Saint's Day), attend the Solemn Mass and procession at 10:30 AM, with kiosks opening at 12:30 PM (Mus, Baccalà, grilled meats, and various dishes). A charity lottery takes place at 2:00 PM, and the festivities conclude with a Mass and procession at 6:00 PM from the Duomo to Piazza della Motta.