Sagra · October 16, 2026 – October 31, 2026 · Tovena, Cison di Valmarino (TV)
Experience the nationally recognized Tovena in Festa, a high-quality festival celebrating Saints Simone and Giuda from October 16th to 31st in Tovena. This vibrant event features continuous food and wine stands offering the famous "trippa alla tovenese" (Tovena-style tripe), live music, nature excursions, guided tours of the local museum and parish church, a dedicated children's day, a vintage car parade, and a traditional agricultural market. It's a perfect blend of local culture, delicious food, and fun for all ages.
Indulge in a variety of authentic Italian dishes, including classic Lasagne, and unique local specialties like "Radici e Fasoi" (chicory and beans) and the renowned "Trippa alla tovenese," a must-try regional delicacy. For those who prefer other options, there's also crispy fried fish and succulent grilled rooster, ensuring there's something delicious for every palate.
The festival runs from October 16th to 31st. Highlights include: 📅 FRI OCT 16 at 6:45 PM - Food stands open, featuring "Radici e Fasoi" (reservations recommended). 📅 SAT OCT 17 at 11:00 AM - Holy Mass for Over 65s + Pro Loco lunch | at 9:00 PM - Live music with Rewine Ducks. 📅 SUN OCT 18 - MOTORS DAY: at 9:30 AM - Vintage car parade "Curve d'Altri Tempi" | at 9:30 AM - "Antiche vie" nature excursion (mandatory booking at www.deliziedautunno.tv) | at 11:45 AM - Food stands open, serving Lasagne | from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM - Visit the Museum of Sacred Art + Parish Church. 📅 THU OCT 22 at 8:00 PM - Cultural evening "Cantar e contar" (16th edition) - Book presentation: "Come un cantiere in allestimento" by Annamaria Gazzarin. 📅 FRI OCT 23 at 6:45 PM - Food stands open, featuring fried fish (reservations recommended). 📅 SAT OCT 24 at 9:00 PM - Live music with I Manigoldi. 📅 SUN OCT 25 - YOUTH + FAIR DAY: at 9:00 AM - Nordic Walking "A San Simon coi baston" | at 11:45 AM - Food stands open, serving Lasagne | from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM - GIOCABIMBI Children's Day (LUDOBUSSOLA) | from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM - Visit the Museum + Church | at 3:30 PM - Puppet show "La bella Fiordaliso e la strega Tirovina" | at 5:00 PM - "Colori d'Autunno" competition awards ceremony | Also, the centuries-old Fiera Franca SS. Simone e Giuda, a crafters' market, and an agricultural exhibition. 📅 WED OCT 28 - PATRON SAINT'S DAY: at 7:00 PM - Holy Mass for the Patrons | at 9:00 PM - Live music with Spaghetti Gang. 📅 FRI OCT 30 at 6:45 PM - Food stands open, featuring grilled rooster. 📅 SAT OCT 31 at 9:00 PM - Music with Matteo Sal DJ. Throughout the festival, enjoy continuous food and wine stands (open approximately 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM, kitchen open 12:00 PM or 7:00 PM) offering "trippa alla tovenese" and a wine bar. There's also a funfair in Piazza della Vittoria and "La Via degli Angeli nell'Arte" – an open-air art exhibition in Borgo (year-round).