Cowboys a Cavallo Country Festival

A country festival in the heart of the Chieti countryside

The Cowboys a Cavallo Country Festival is a recurring event that brings the countryside of Villamagna, a small town in the province of Chieti, Abruzzo, to life. The Cowboys a Cavallo equestrian center, located along the Strada Statale di Val di Foro e Bocca di Valle, opens its doors to the public several times a year for a western-style celebration filled with music, dancing, and good company. While not a major media event, it is a well-established local tradition that marks the seasons with spring, summer, and autumn editions.

Dancing, mechanical bulls, and horses

The heart of the festival is country dancing: from group line dancing to western choreography, the entertainment engages everyone, even beginners, with free lessons and music throughout the day. Beside the dance floor, there are spectacular attractions, starting with the mechanical bull, an unmissable challenge for both adults and children. For horse lovers, horseback rides are organized in the surrounding countryside, an authentic way to discover the hilly landscape that rises from the Villamagna territory toward the Majella massif.

Grilled arrosticini and picnic area

As the best Abruzzese tradition dictates, conviviality starts at the table. The festival provides a large picnic area with grills where everyone can cook their own arrosticini, meat, or whatever they desire, while sitting at tables and benches surrounded by greenery. It is the perfect occasion for a day out with family or friends, focused on simplicity and the genuine flavors of the region.

An event for the whole family

With its informal and welcoming atmosphere, the Cowboys a Cavallo Country Festival has carved out a permanent spot in the calendar of outdoor events in the Chieti area. The affordable entry fee, activities suitable for children, and the picnic-style format make it an ideal destination for those looking for a day of leisure off the beaten tourist path, immersed in the Abruzzo countryside and the carefree spirit of the country world.