Povegliano Veronese Village Festival 2026

Musica · September 4, 2026 – September 7, 2026 · Povegliano Veronese (VR)

The Sagra Paesana 2026 in Povegliano Veronese offers four days of celebration with music, shows, cultural events, and food stalls. You can savor local specialties like risotto all'isolana, maccheroncini with duck ragù, and mixed grilled meats, all paired with regional beers and wines. The program includes DJ sets, concerts, dancing, markets, and exhibitions, culminating in a grand closing show.

🍽️ Food & Menu

Indulge in a wide array of local culinary delights, from hearty first courses like the famous risotto all'isolana and maccheroncini with rich duck ragù, to a variety of grilled meats including salamella, pancetta, and coppa. Seafood lovers can enjoy fritto misto, while vegetarians have options like grilled vegetables and vegan cutlets. Don't miss the traditional Veronese sandwich or the classic polenta dishes. For dessert, choose from tiramisù, meringata, or strawberry cake. A full bar offers local wines, craft beers, and a selection of spirits and cocktails.

📅 Program

Join us for four days of festivities! 📅 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 ▪️ 7:15 PM - 📍 Villa Balladoro: Opening Ceremony of the Sagra Paesana 2026, featuring institutional speeches, exhibition inaugurations, and a parade by the Santa Cecilia Band and Majorettes. ▪️ 8:30 PM - 🎵 'Buonasera Povegliano' with DJ Set 'Resonance' & 'DJ Manto'. ▪️ 9:30 PM - 🎵 Radio Studio + '360° Dance Night'. 📅 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 ▪️ 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM - 📍 Villa Balladoro: 'PIASE festival 2026 | data di Povegliano Veronese', the Veronese Plain Festival. An afternoon of treasure hunts, movement and painting workshops, and talks by Ecomuseo Aquae Planae and local associations. For info and registration, call 339/3218278 or email info.piase@gmail.com. ▪️ 8:30 PM - 💃 'Buonasera Povegliano' VIBES FIT STUDIO with Stefania and Enrico. Enjoy baby dance, Latin dances, and summer hits with 'Baby Dance & Noche Latina'. ▪️ 9:30 PM - 🎤 YANO Music Machine 'Tantra Tour 2026'. 📅 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 ▪️ From 8:00 AM - 📍 Main streets of the village: Antiques Market. ▪️ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM - 📍 Via Campagnole, 45: Open doors at the Permanent Exhibition of the Peasant Civilization of the Venetian Plain. ▪️ 10:00 AM - 📍 Town Hall: Meet the authors and take a guided tour of the 'Fleurs du Temps' project by Fernando Zanetti and Stella Marchesini. ▪️ 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM - 📍 Historic Library and Archaeological Museum of Villa Balladoro: Open doors with 'L’istruzione nel Fondo A. Balladoro' by Gruppo Giovani Povegliano and Associazione Balladoro. Free admission. ▪️ 11:30 AM - 📍 Villa Balladoro: Presentation of works and the volume by Claudio Caldana from the Cantico delle Creature di San Francesco d’Assisi, with journalist Beatrice Castioni. ▪️ 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM - 📍 Balladoro Park: 'Vivere Povegliano' with local associations, a big party with games and point-based activities with a final prize. ▪️ 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM - 📍 Balladoro Park: Music review 'Buone Vibrazioni: la musica dell'acqua'. ▪️ 8:30 PM - 💃 'Buonasera Povegliano' with group dance demonstrations by the instructors of the Anteas 'La Madonnina' association. ▪️ 9:30 PM - 🎤 Funky Gallo Tribute Band, a tribute to Zucchero. 📅 MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 ▪️ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Open doors at the Permanent Exhibition of the Peasant Civilization of the Venetian Plain. ▪️ 8:00 PM - 🎵 'Buonasera Povegliano'