Weekend in Friuli (28–29 March 2026): festivals, village fairs, open

Weekend in Friuli (28–29 March 2026): highlights

The weekend of 28 and 29 March 2026 in Friuli Venezia Giulia features a variety of events: boating shows, cultural festivals, open-castle visits and local food fairs. Below is a concise guide to the main appointments and practical tips to plan your visit.

Main events

• Lignano Boat Show and ILCA regatta (Lignano Sabbiadoro)

  Final day of the Lignano Boat Show at Darsena Porto Vecchio, focused on small recreational boating. Sunday 29 March hosts the 12th ILCA Interzonal Regatta with numerous participants across ILCA classes.

• Festa del vino friulano (Bertiolo)

  Closing weekend of the 77th edition (14–29 March), featuring wine tastings, local food and events that showcase the wines and traditions of Medio Friuli.

• Castelli Aperti FVG

  On 28 and 29 March, nineteen castles and historic residences across the region open to the public, often with guided tours, reenactments, concerts and workshops.

• Monfalcone Geografie

  Saturday 28 March offers a dense program of talks, guided tours (including the Rifugio Gallery and Contemporary Art Gallery) and appearances by notable cultural figures.

• Sagra di San Giuseppe (Portis di Venzone)

  Sunday 29 March: stalls open at 11:00, kitchen opens at noon; afternoon music by the local band and majorette group. Traditional dishes such as frico and muset are served.

• Festa del Brovedâr (Dordolla, Moggio Udinese)

  Sunday 29 March focuses on Brovedâr, a Slow Food–recognized fermented turnip specialty, with talks on mountain agriculture, biodiversity and local knowledge.

• Spring festival at Cjase di Catine (Villalta di Fagagna)

  Saturday 28 March, 10:00–12:30: a community event centered on exchanging plants, seeds and gardening practices, open to families and children.

• Festa dell’Annunciazione (Taboga, Gemona del Friuli)

  Saturday 28: stalls from 18:30 and DJ set from 21:00. Sunday 29: family activities with Family Bike Day at 9:30, “Taboga in Pasta” at noon, children’s workshops and live music in the afternoon.

• Festa del Vino (San Cassiano di Livenza)

  In the Pordenone area, the weekend program includes Saturday 28 kitchen opening at 19:00 with specialties like roast pork shank, and a live concert at 21:30 featuring Stereo Live.

Practical tips

• Verify schedules and booking requirements for guided tours and workshops before you go.
• Dress for outdoor conditions—many activities take place across villages, parks and castle grounds.
• For food festivals, try to arrive at kitchen opening times to avoid queues and enjoy the full menu.
• When visiting Lignano’s nautical events, plan for access to the Darsena Porto Vecchio and parking availability.

This weekend in Friuli Venezia Giulia combines culture, sport, gastronomy and tradition: pick your route and enjoy the region’s spring events.