Ancient Festival of Saint Michael – Festival of Pioppini Mushrooms
The festival of pioppini mushrooms in Costozza di Longare
About Festival of Saint Michael
Pioppini mushrooms take center stage
The Ancient Festival of Saint Michael, also known as the Festival of Pioppini Mushrooms, takes place in the charming hamlet of Costozza, in the municipality of Longare, in the Berici Hills, province of Vicenza. The festival, traditionally linked to the feast of Saint Michael, has the pioppino mushroom as its absolute star, served in many preparations at the food stand alongside specialties of Venetian cuisine.
Flavors and tradition in Costozza
In addition to pioppini mushrooms, each evening features the characteristic fritoe de Costoza, a selection of local wines, and other typical dishes. Costozza is a village known for its villas, caves, and grottos, which provide a picturesque backdrop for the festival.
A festival for the whole community
The Ancient Festival of Saint Michael is not just about food: the program includes musical entertainment, dance performances, exhibitions, sporting events, and the charity raffle, with initiatives designed to involve families and visitors of all ages. An event that every autumn renews the bond of the village of Costozza with its traditions, enhancing the products of the Berici territory.
Festival of Saint Michael — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Ancient Festival of Saint Michael – Festival of Pioppini Mushrooms is expected in Costozza di Longare during the usual period between late September and early October, on Via Chiesa Nuova. The protagonist is the pioppino mushroom, served in many preparations at the food stand along with the fritoe de Costoza and a selection of local wines. The program includes musical entertainment, dance performances, exhibitions, sporting events, and the charity raffle. The precise dates and the evening schedule for 2026 will be announced on the official Facebook page and by the organizing committee.
Programme Festival of Saint Michael 2026
Late September - Early October 2026
- Evening food stand with dishes based on pioppini mushrooms
- Fritoe de Costoza and selection of local wines
- Musical entertainment and dance performances
- Exhibitions and sporting events
- Charity raffle
Detailed dates and program to be announced by the organizers closer to the event.
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Practical information — Festival of Saint Michael
How to get there
Costozza di Longare is located in the Berici Hills, south of Vicenza. From the A4 motorway, exit at Vicenza Est, then take the SP247 Riviera Berica towards Longare-Costozza. The festival area is on Via Chiesa Nuova.
Information
Organizing committee, tel. +39 340 8334895; Facebook page "Antica Sagra di S. Michele - Costozza".
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Where does it take place — Festival of Saint Michael
Costozza di Longare, Via Chiesa Nuova
Via Chiesa Nuova, Costozza, 36023 Longare