On Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 6:00 PM until midnight, Piazza Cavour in Casteggio will transform into a massive open-air restaurant for the famous “Sagra delle Sagre” (Festival of Festivals). The event, which promises to attract food and tradition lovers from all over the province, is organized with passion by the local Committee of the Italian Red Cross, with the official patronage of the City of Casteggio.

It promises to be a special evening entirely dedicated to authentic local flavors and traditions. The event will feature the extraordinary and coordinated participation of numerous Pro Loco groups and local associations, ready to join forces to offer their typical dishes and the best gastronomic specialties of the area. It is a golden opportunity to taste the finest culinary heritage of Oltrepò in a single, vibrant square.

The Evening Program and Activities

The celebrations will officially begin at 6:00 PM with the opening of the dedicated aperitif area. For families, an area with inflatables will also be available, designed to ensure maximum entertainment for younger visitors.

Starting from 7:00 PM, the event will kick into full gear with the official opening of the food stands. Residents, tourists, and visitors will find a rich selection of traditional recipes and culinary delicacies prepared on the spot, designed to satisfy all tastes and celebrate authentic local conviviality.

Participating Pro Loco Groups and Associations

The strength of this event lies in the wonderful synergy between the different communities of Voghera and Oltrepò. Here is the list of the local representatives taking part in the Sagra delle Sagre:

• Pro Loco Clastidium

• Pro Loco Corvino San Quirico

• Pro Loco Bastida Pancarana

• Associazione Amici di Bottarone

• Associazione I Caldrén Calvignano

• Associazione Casatisma - 27040

• Associazione Amici di Manzo

• Croce Rossa Italiana - Comitato di Casteggio (Italian Red Cross - Casteggio Committee)

Great Live Music on Stage

Accompanying the culinary offerings will be an exciting live musical entertainment program, structured into two main performances to liven up the square until midnight:

• From 9:00 PM: Tears of Angels – An energetic and engaging tribute to the history of international rock music.

• From 10:00 PM: Dance History with Divina – A high-energy musical journey retracing the greatest pop and dance hits of the 70s, 80s, 90s, and 2000s, turning Piazza Cavour into a massive open-air dance floor under the stars.

Useful Information Summary

• Event: Sagra delle Sagre 2026

• Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026

• Location: Piazza Cavour, Casteggio (Pavia)

• Schedule: Aperitif area and inflatables open from 6:00 PM; food stands open from 7:00 PM; live concerts start at 9:00 PM. Event closes at midnight.

• Admission: Free

To stay constantly updated on news and logistical details of the event, you can check the official social media channels of the organizing Red Cross Committee on Instagram (at the account @crocerossacasteggio) and on Facebook (at the page Croce Rossa Italiana - Comitato di Casteggio).

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