Antica Sagra di San Michele – Festa dei Funghi Pioppini
Edition 2026 Music Dance Gastronomy

Antica Sagra di San Michele – Festa dei Funghi Pioppini

The festival of pioppini mushrooms in Costozza di Longare

Longare — Vicenza (024)
Dates 01 Oct — 04 Oct 2026
Location Longare (024)
Prices Free
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About Sagra di San Michele

The Antica Sagra di San Michele is the festival of pioppini mushrooms that every year, between late September and early October, enlivens the hamlet of Costozza di Longare, in the Berici Hills in the province of Vicenza. The star is the pioppino mushroom, featured in every preparation at the food stand, but the sagra also offers music, dance performances, exhibitions, sporting events, and the traditional charity raffle, in an event rooted in the tradition of the village of Costozza.

Pioppini mushrooms take centre stage

The Antica Sagra di San Michele, also known as the Festa dei Funghi Pioppini, takes place in the charming hamlet of Costozza, in the municipality of Longare, in the Berici Hills in the province of Vicenza. The sagra, traditionally linked to the feast of San Michele, has the pioppino mushroom as its absolute star, served in many preparations at the food stand along with the specialities of Venetian cuisine.

Flavours 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 'covoli' (natural shelters), which provide a picturesque backdrop to the festival.

A festival for the whole community

The Antica Sagra di San Michele is not just about food: the programme 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 renews every autumn the bond between the village of Costozza and its traditions, promoting the products of the Berici area.

Sagra di San Michele — edition 2026

The Antica Sagra di San Michele returns to Costozza di Longare between late September and early October 2026, with the festival of pioppini mushrooms in Via Chiesa Nuova. Food stand with pioppini and fritoe de Costoza, music, dancing, exhibitions, sports, and charity raffle. The precise dates will be announced by the organisers.

The 2026 edition of the Antica Sagra di San Michele – Festa dei Funghi Pioppini is expected in Costozza di Longare during the usual period between late September and early October, in Via Chiesa Nuova. The star 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 programme includes musical entertainment, dance performances, exhibitions, sporting events, and the charity raffle. The precise dates and evening schedule for 2026 will be announced on the official Facebook page and by the organising committee.

Programme Sagra di San Michele 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 programme to be announced by the organisers closer to the event.

Highlights Sagra di San Michele 2026

Pioppini mushrooms take centre stage, fritoe de Costoza, music, dancing, and charity raffle in the village of Costozza.

Prices Sagra di San Michele 2026

<p>Free admission; food and drinks at the food stand.</p>

Practical information — Sagra di San Michele

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 in Via Chiesa Nuova.

Information

Organising committee, tel. +39 340 8334895; Facebook page "Antica Sagra di S. Michele - Costozza".

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Where does it take place — Sagra di San Michele

Costozza di Longare, Via Chiesa Nuova

Via Chiesa Nuova, Costozza, 36023 Longare

Contact Sagra di San Michele

Tel
+39 340 8334895

Sagra di San Michele in brief

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