July 24, 2026 – July 31, 2026 · Monastero, Dronero (CN)
Experience a week of authentic Italian flavors and entertainment at Monastero di Dronero! This festival offers themed evenings featuring delicious specialties like porchetta, asado, polenta, and bollito, alongside a vibrant street food scene. The program is packed with live music, DJ sets, theatrical comedy, games for all ages, open-air cinema, and traditional Occitan dances. The festivities culminate with a special Holy Mass and the blessing of tractors, a unique local tradition.
Indulge in a variety of traditional Italian dishes, from the succulent Asado (Argentine-style barbecue) and hearty Bollito (slow-cooked mixed meats) to comforting Polenta with Stew. Don't miss the famous Porchetta di Tarcisio, a savory roasted pork, or the exquisite Ravioles Panna e Burro, a local pasta specialty. For a complete experience, try the 'Sapori di Monastero' menu, offering a full tasting journey with appetizers, pasta, main course, dessert, wine, and water. Quick bites and casual options are also available from the Burger Truck and other street food vendors, with a special menu for children up to 12 years old.
📅 July 24: 🍽️ 8:00 PM Street Food Evening 🍽️ 8:30 PM Porchetta di Tarcisio (reservations recommended) 🎵 10:00 PM DJ Pippo Palmieri + Farkas 📅 July 25: 🍽️ 8:30 PM Street Food Evening (Burger Truck) 🎵 10:00 PM ABCD Band + Sanzi 📅 July 26: ⛪ 10:30 AM Holy Mass in honor of Sant'Anna with procession and blessing of tractors 🍽️ 1:00 PM Sapori di Monastero (reservations recommended) 🐎 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Horseback riding with Davide Bernardi - Agriturismo "La Truna" 🎲 4:00 PM Games for adults and children 🎬 9:00 PM Cinema under the stars 📅 July 27: 🍽️ 8:30 PM XXII Sagra dell'Asado (reservations recommended) 🎤 Followed by Maurizio e la Band 📅 July 28: 🎭 9:00 PM Piedmontese Theatrical Comedy "El borgh dle grassie" by El Fornel theater company 📅 July 29: 🍽️ 8:30 PM Polenta with Spezzatino (reservations recommended) 💃 Followed by a dance evening with Paolo Bertoli 📅 July 30: 🍽️ 8:30 PM Ravioles Panna e Burro (reservations recommended) 💃 Followed by Occitan dances with Lou Celha 📅 July 31: 🍽️ 8:30 PM Bollito (reservations recommended) 🎳 8:30 PM Pinnacola tournament - Bocce tournament