Festa dell'antica pieve ex trebbiatura
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Festa dell'antica pieve ex trebbiatura

location_onCologna Veneta, Verona e Lago di Garda

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Date

July 17 – July 21, 2026

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Location

Cologna VenetaCologna Veneta, VR, Italia

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Admission

Free

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Audience

Everyone

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The Festa dell'Antica Pieve of Cologna Veneta is an event that celebrates the agricultural roots of the Venetian territory, reviving each year the rural traditions of a community bound to the land and its fruits. In the shadow of the Romanesque medieval parish church, visitors from across the region gather to savor the typical dishes of peasant cuisine: the famous frog risotto, crispy fried frogs, and river fried fish—gastronomic specialties that tell the story of the richness of the waters and fields of the Verona area. An opportunity to rediscover how the agricultural past continues to live in the present, through recipes passed down and traditions preserved with pride.

The event is not merely a gastronomic festival, but an immersive experience that blends spirituality, conviviality, and collective memory. Alongside culinary delights, the festival offers folkloric performances that enliven summer evenings with traditional music and dances, agricultural exhibitions documenting the evolution of Venetian cultivation techniques, and evocative parades of vintage tractors that recall the fundamental role of mechanization in the countryside. Additionally, exhibitions of historic agricultural tools and demonstrations of ancient rural trades are scheduled. Religious moments connected to the parish church, with solemn celebrations, complete the spiritual framework, keeping alive the bond that has always characterized Italian rural communities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical dishes of the Festa dell'Antica Pieve?expand_more
The stars of the menu are frog risotto, crispy fried frogs, and river fried fish—gastronomic specialties of Venetian peasant tradition. All dishes are served hot and crispy, according to traditional recipes passed down through generations. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are also available.
What are the dates of the festival in 2026?expand_more
The Festa dell'Antica Pieve takes place from July 17-21, 2026 in Cologna Veneta, in the province of Verona. Admission is free and the festival is open from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM, with extended hours on the central days (Friday and Saturday).
What activities and entertainment are planned during the festival?expand_more
The event offers evening folkloric performances with traditional Venetian music and dances, interactive agricultural exhibitions on the evolution of cultivation techniques, vintage tractor parades (Sunday, July 19 at 5:00 PM), exhibitions of historic tools, demonstrations of ancient rural trades, and religious moments in the parish church. A complete experience that combines gastronomy, popular culture, and spirituality.
Where does the Festa dell'Antica Pieve take place and how do you get there?expand_more
The festival is held in the shadow of the ancient Romanesque parish church of Cologna Veneta, in Piazza della Pieve. Cologna Veneta is located in the province of Verona, easily reached by car (A4 Brescia-Padova motorway, Nogara exit) or by train. Parking is available nearby with a shuttle service.
Who is this festival aimed at?expand_more
The event attracts visitors from across the region interested in rural gastronomy, agricultural traditions, folkloric performances, and spirituality. It is ideal for families, lovers of authentic cuisine, regional historians, and anyone wishing to rediscover Venetian peasant culture.
What are the opening hours and main performances?expand_more
The festival is open from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Folkloric performances take place every evening at 9:00 PM, the vintage tractor parade is Sunday, July 19 at 5:00 PM. Agricultural exhibitions and educational workshops are accessible during all opening hours.
Are there food service and parking facilities?expand_more
Yes, multiple dining areas are available with food stalls serving typical dishes of Venetian tradition. Parking is available near Piazza della Pieve with free shuttle service during festival hours.
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