Sagre dai Pirus (Pear Festival)

The Sagre dai Pirus in Pavia di Udine is an event celebrating the excellence of Friuli traditions, particularly the prized local pears, transforming the harvest into an occasion for celebration and community. Running from July 23 to August 2, this festival perfectly blends the region's agricultural heritage with contemporary entertainment, offering visitors a 360-degree experience of taste, music, and culture. The programme is rich and diverse: from gastronomic offerings that showcase the star fruit, to concerts by nationally and internationally renowned artists with free admission, from agritourism itineraries by bicycle and Vespa to painting exhibitions. Tasting evenings and sporting competitions round out an experience that engages audiences of all ages and interests. The event reaches its pinnacle with a suggestive and symbolic spectacle: the burning of the giant pear, a grand finale that transforms an agricultural element into an occasion of magic and wonder, leaving visitors with an unforgettable memory of this Friuli celebration.