Sagra dei Maccheroncini

The 63rd National Sagra dei Maccheroncini IGP in Campofilone is one of the most anticipated summer events in the Marche region, a celebration that has brought together thousands of Italian and international visitors since 1964 in this enchanting medieval village. This festival is a true tribute to Campofilone's maccheroncini—an exceptionally fine egg pasta recognised as a Protected Designation of Origin since 2013—a product that embodies centuries of local culinary tradition and recipes passed down through generations. From August 7–10, 2026, the town transforms into a stage of flavours, music, and culture. Gastronomic stalls open at 7 PM each evening, serving the celebrated maccheroncini dressed with traditional Marche ragù, accompanied by local specialities such as olive ascolane and fried cremini mushrooms. But the festival is far more than food: live music performances, artisan craft markets, and cultural exhibitions create a festive atmosphere that perfectly blends entertainment, gastronomy, and discovery of local traditions. One of the most fascinating moments is the mantecatura ritual—an ancient and precise gesture where the pasta, cooked in just over a minute, is spread on a wooden board and carefully tossed with ragù, allowing it to fully absorb the flavours. A detail that reveals how this festival is not merely a keeper of recipes, but a guardian of Italy's immaterial gastronomic heritage.