Birra e Ciccia

Birra e Ciccia, the street food festival in Garbagna Novarese

When June arrives, Garbagna Novarese prepares to host one of its most anticipated events: Birra e Ciccia, the food festival organized by the Pro Loco ProGarbagna in collaboration with the local municipality. For one weekend, the town's Area Feste becomes the beating heart of village life, with long tables, the scent of grilled meat, and plenty of live music. It is the perfect event for those looking for a convivial, unpretentious occasion to meet up with friends and family in a small community on the Novara plains.

What to eat and drink

The menu is entirely focused on the most delicious street food traditions. The absolute stars are pulled pork, porchetta, and hot dogs served piping hot, accompanied by grilled dishes and specialties to enjoy while sitting outdoors. No meal would be complete without rivers of cold beer, the true signature of an event that combines its two fundamental ingredients in its very name: beer and "ciccia" (meat).

Live music

Every evening at Birra e Ciccia has its own soundtrack. The festival features concerts by bands and tribute acts ranging from rock and pop to great Italian hits, with performances designed to get the audience singing and dancing until late at night. Live music, always with free admission, is one of the reasons this event attracts not only locals but also many visitors from across the Province of Novara.

A village festival in the heart of the Novara area

Birra e Ciccia is a perfect example of the lively Piedmontese summer festival tradition, where the Pro Loco dedicates time and energy to energizing the local area. In Garbagna Novarese, a town of just a few thousand inhabitants a few kilometers from Novara, this event represents a genuine moment of gathering, capable of combining good food, music, and community spirit in an informal and welcoming atmosphere.