Castel Sant'Elia Beer Festival

The summer festival in Castel Sant'Elia

The Castel Sant'Elia Beer Festival has become a staple of summer in the Tuscia Viterbese region. Every year in early August, this small village in the province of Viterbo, in the heart of Lazio, transforms into a large open-air party where fresh draft beer meets live music, great food, and a wonderful sense of community. The event is organized by The Hangover Company, which hosted its eleventh edition along Via Enrico De Nicola in 2025.

Live music and themed nights

The heart of the festival is the stage. Each night has its own unique vibe: from rock tribute bands to nostalgia nights celebrating the 80s, 90s, and 2000s, all the way to DJ sets that keep the night going. With dance covers, karaoke, and bands playing the greatest hits, the program is designed to get everyone dancing and singing, from young people to families. Traditionally, the event concludes with a spectacular fireworks display.

Beer, gastronomy, and conviviality

As the name suggests, the star of the show is the beer: served fresh on tap throughout the festival. It is paired with an extensive menu of street food and dishes specially prepared for the event, to be enjoyed at tables set up along the street. It captures the classic spirit of Italian village festivals, where good food and beer become an opportunity for locals and visitors from neighboring Tuscia towns to meet and socialize.

A village to discover

The festival is also a great excuse to explore Castel Sant'Elia, a village known for the striking Santuario di Maria Santissima ad Rupes and the dramatic gorges and valleys that surround it, just a few kilometers from Nepi and Civita Castellana. Those arriving for the beer and music will find a region rich in nature, history, and local traditions, typical of the Viterbo hinterland.

Free admission

The Beer Festival remains a free admission event, designed to be accessible to everyone. It is a simple and genuine way to experience summer evenings in Lazio, with a pint of beer, a sandwich, and music playing late into the night.