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Festa del Saviotto
location_onPodenzano, Parma e Food Valley
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Date
August 1 – August 3, 2026
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Free
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Audience
Everyone
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The Festa del Saviotto returns to San Polo di Podenzano to celebrate one of the Val Nure's gastronomic treasures. Now in its 9th edition, this summer festival dedicated to the celebrated Piacenza cured meat promises three evenings of fine food, conviviality, and entertainment. Saviotto, a refined variant of prosciutto top or shoulder aged according to traditional Piacenza cured ham techniques, will be the star of an event that blends culinary heritage with entertainment. From August 1st to 3rd, starting at 7:00 PM, the area adjacent to San Polo sports field transforms into a festive arena where dining, drinking, and dancing become one unforgettable experience. Local specialties will accompany visitors throughout the dinners, while a spectacular mega dance floor guarantees fun into the late hours, creating the perfect atmosphere for summer evenings in the Piacenza region. Perfect for those wanting to discover or rediscover the authentic flavors of Emilia-Romagna, the Festa del Saviotto is an unmissable opportunity to savor an exceptional product in a festive and welcoming setting, where local gastronomy reigns supreme.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saviotto?expand_more
Saviotto is a typical product of the Val Nure, a refined variant of prosciutto top or shoulder aged following the traditional Piacenza cured ham production methods. It is a gastronomic specialty rich in history and tradition.
Where is the festival held?expand_more
The Festa del Saviotto takes place in the area adjacent to San Polo sports field, in the hamlet of San Polo in the municipality of Podenzano, in the province of Piacenza.
What time do the evenings start and what entertainment is available?expand_more
Evenings begin at 7:00 PM and feature tables and benches for dinners featuring Saviotto and local specialties, plus a mega dance floor for dancing and entertainment until late night.
Is this the first edition of the festival?expand_more
No, the Festa del Saviotto 2026 is the 9th edition of the event, which has been held every summer at the same location for many years now.
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