Barbarano Romano Snail Festival
Edition 2025 Finished Free Music Gastronomy Local produce

Barbarano Romano Snail Festival

05 Sep 2025 — 07 Sep 2025
Barbarano Romano — Viterbo (056)

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Edition 2025 — Snail Festival

The 52nd edition of the Barbarano Romano Snail Festival took place from September 5th to 7th, 2025, centered in Piazza Armando Diaz, as part of the September festivities for the Nativity of Mary. The Pro Loco kitchens served snails cooked according to the traditional recipe along with Tuscia specialties, accompanied by live music, shows, and entertainment for all ages.

The 52nd Snail Festival

From September 5 to 7, 2025, Barbarano Romano celebrated the 52nd edition of the Snail Festival, the highlight of the September festivities in honor of the Nativity of Mary. The food stalls, set up in Piazza Armando Diaz and the streets of the historic center, offered snails prepared in the traditional way alongside local delicacies.

The evenings were enlivened by free live concerts, DJ sets, and shows, with briscola tournaments, performances, and theatrical moments, while the afternoons offered activities for children. The event was part of the broader calendar of the September festivities, with the Barbarano community starring in a tradition spanning over half a century.

Programme

Edition held from September 5 to 7, 2025, centered in Piazza Armando Diaz. Pro Loco food stalls with snails prepared according to the ancient recipe and typical Tuscia products; free live evening concerts, DJ sets, and shows in the village squares; briscola tournaments and performances; entertainment and activities for children in the afternoons. The festival took place as part of the September festivities for the Nativity of Mary.

Highlights

Snails prepared with the ancient recipe; free evening concerts in Piazza Armando Diaz; shows and children's entertainment; September festivities for the Nativity of Mary.

Prices

Free admission. Dishes and specialties purchased at the food stalls at festival prices.

Where does it take place — Snail Festival

Centro storico di Barbarano Romano

Piazza Armando Diaz, 01010 Barbarano Romano

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Snail Festival in brief

Music Gastronomy Local produce Heritage Medieval Historical reenactment Folk traditions Folklore Children Outdoor Free Viterbo

History of Snail Festival

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