Sagra di Sant'Anna e Giocchino

In the heart of the Brescia plain, Calcinato prepares to celebrate the Sagra di Sant'Anna e Gioacchino, a patron saint festival deeply rooted in local religious and culinary traditions. For six days, from July 22-27, 2026, the town transforms into a stage where devotion intertwines with the authentic flavors of Brescia cuisine, creating an atmosphere of community and sharing that attracts visitors from across the region.

The true star of the festival is spiedo bresciano, a dish symbolizing local gastronomic tradition, prepared using time-tested methods: mixed meats expertly skewered and slowly cooked for hours with butter and selected aromatics. Alongside this masterpiece of popular cuisine, visitors can taste casoncelli, creamy risottos, typical cured meats, and traditional sweets, all accompanied by the warm hospitality that characterizes Lombard communities.

The Sagra is more than just food and wine: religious celebrations alternate with traditional games, artisan markets, and evening entertainment that enliven the summer nights. During the six festival days, solemn masses honor the patron saints, traditional processions involve the local community, live music concerts, folk group performances, and dedicated areas for family games take place. Local volunteers are the true guardians of this celebration, keeping traditions alive through skilled hands and community spirit that transforms every shared meal into a moment of genuine encounter.

Tasting areas are set up in the main square and adjacent streets of Calcinato's historic center, with outdoor tables and covered structures. Venues are open from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM on weekdays and from 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM on weekends. Reservations are recommended during peak days by contacting organizers directly. Dedicated parking is available in peripheral areas with free shuttle service to the center.