Easter and Easter Monday in Friuli: main events and where to go
During the Easter weekend Friuli Venezia Giulia hosts numerous events: food festivals, traditional ceremonies, village fairs and family activities. Most events take place between 3 and 12 April 2026. Below is a practical overview of the highlights to help plan your visit.
Easter Festival in Pignano di Ragogna (4–6 April)
- Dates: Saturday 4 – Monday 6 April 2026
- Where: park next to the church in Pignano
- What’s on: local food and wine, live music, religious ceremonies; Sunday mass and aperitivo, Radiofreccia Live concert in the evening; Monday features vintage vehicle meet-ups, kids’ shows and local games.
Easter Monday on the Bastions at Palmanova (6 April)
- Date & time: Monday 6 April 2026, from 10:00 onwards
- Venue: Historic Bastions Park (UNESCO site)
- Activities: picnics on the lawn, city market, guided tours and outdoor sports.
FoodX – Food truck festival in Grado (3–6 April)
- Dates: 3–6 April 2026
- Location: Parco delle Rose, Grado
- Offer: more than 15 selected food trucks, live music and a seaside street-food atmosphere for locals and visitors.
Pasqua in Gravate, Rivoli di Osoppo (4–6 April)
- Dates: 4–6 April 2026
- Program: charity fishing, vintage tractor rally, country day with concerts and dance, pony baptism and themed DJ sets.
Torlano di Nimis – extended Easter celebrations (4–12 April)
- Period: 4–12 April 2026 (two consecutive weekends)
- Highlights: dance evenings, DJ sets, Ramandolo tastings, paragliding show, food stalls and the 6th Easter Monday March on Monday 6 April.
Forni Avoltri – Tîr des Cidulos (5 April)
- Date & times: Sunday 5 April 2026, torchlight procession at 20:30, launch of the burning discs at 21:00
- Notes: a deeply rooted Carnic tradition with hot fritters, tea and a musical celebration afterwards.
Traditional Easter picnic in Venzone (5 April)
- Date: Sunday 5 April 2026
- Where: Santa Caterina plateau, near the historic centre
- Facilities: games for all ages, food stalls and folk music; event may be cancelled in case of bad weather.
Easter Monday celebration in Pradamano (6 April)
- Date: Monday 6 April 2026
- Times: live music and karaoke from 11:00, barbecue from 11:30, Straballo Band on stage from 15:30
- Practical info: festivity area near Santa Cecilia church; event confirmed even in case of adverse weather.
Practical tips
- Check schedules: many activities have specific time slots—consult organiser updates before leaving.
- Plan transport: historic towns attract crowds; allow extra time for parking and consider public transport where available.
- Dress for spring weather: pack layers and a waterproof option for outdoor picnics and walks.
- Reservations: some food events or concerts may require booking or paid entry—verify in advance.
Easter in Friuli offers a mix of living traditions and convivial moments: choose the events that match your interests—food, music, folklore or outdoor leisure—and enjoy a well-planned holiday in the region.
Where it is
Location: Pignano, 33030 San Giacomo UD, Italia
Coordinates: 46.172645, 12.981659
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