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Sagra della Ciliegia a Bagnaria
location_onBagnaria, Pavia e Oltrepo
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Date
June 14, 2026
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Free
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Audience
Everyone
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The Sagra della Ciliegia of Bagnaria returns on Sunday, June 14, 2026, with a tradition steeped in history: this is already the 49th edition of an event celebrating one of the most beloved fruits of the Oltrepò Pavese region. Since 1978, this festival has been an unmissable appointment for lovers of local excellence and community gatherings. In Piazza Aldo Moro, the heart of the festival, you'll find a festive and welcoming atmosphere where the quality of local products takes center stage. The inauguration will take place at 11:00 AM, while the refreshment stand opens at 12:30 PM with gastronomic specialties that will delight every visitor's palate. The event continues until 7:00 PM, offering the entire day to discover the culinary wonders of the territory. This festival represents a unique opportunity to experience the excellence of the Oltrepò Pavese: at the stalls set up in the square you'll find typical local products, while inside the covered fruit and vegetable market, local farmers will display and sell their cherries directly, guaranteeing freshness and genuine quality. The varieties cultivated in this territory, such as Ferrovia and Giorgia, are appreciated throughout Italy. It's a chance to support local producers and take home fruit cultivated with passion. But the Sagra della Ciliegia is more than just food: the event is designed to entertain the whole family with live music, children's entertainment, and a traditional saddle blessing ceremony, transforming the day into a community celebration. Organized with dedication by the Pro Loco of Bagnaria and the Municipality, this festival embodies the authentic spirit of local traditions in the Oltrepò Pavese. PRACTICAL INFORMATION: The event is free. Parking spaces are available in Piazza Aldo Moro and adjacent streets. In case of bad weather, activities will move inside the covered fruit and vegetable market.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the Sagra della Ciliegia start and finish?expand_more
The festival opens at 11:00 AM, the refreshment stand opens at 12:30 PM, and the event continues until 7:00 PM. You can visit the stalls and the fruit and vegetable market throughout the day during these hours.
Where is the event held and where can I park?expand_more
The festival takes place in Bagnaria (Pavia) in Piazza Aldo Moro. Inside the covered fruit and vegetable market, local farmers sell their cherries, while stalls with typical local products are set up in the square. Parking is available in Piazza Aldo Moro and in adjacent streets.
What attractions are there besides food?expand_more
In addition to local gastronomic specialties and fresh cherries, the event offers live music, children's entertainment, and a traditional saddle blessing ceremony. It's ideal for a family day out with fun guaranteed for all ages.
Is this the first edition of the festival?expand_more
No, the 49th edition of the Sagra della Ciliegia will be celebrated in 2026. This long-established tradition has roots dating back to 1978 and has attracted visitors for years with the best products from the Oltrepò Pavese.
What cherry varieties can I find?expand_more
Local farmers primarily cultivate Ferrovia and Giorgia, two premium varieties appreciated throughout Italy for their exceptional flavor and genuine quality.
How do I contact the organizers?expand_more
For detailed information, you can contact the Pro Loco of Bagnaria or the Municipality of Bagnaria (Pavia). Contact details are available at the municipal offices.
What can I take home from the festival?expand_more
You can purchase fresh cherries directly from local producers at the covered fruit and vegetable market, as well as typical products of the Oltrepò Pavese available at the stalls: preserves, pastries, wines, and other local gastronomic specialties.
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