Duck Festival - Under the Stars of Montecastrilli
Edition 2026 Music Gastronomy Local produce

Duck Festival - Under the Stars of Montecastrilli

Roast duck, pappardelle, and great orchestras in the center of Montecastrilli

Montecastrilli — Terni (055) Since 1994
Dates 14 Aug โ€” 23 Aug 2026
Location Montecastrilli (055)
Prices Free
Status Confirmed

About Duck Festival

In the heart of summer, Montecastrilli (Terni) lights up with the Duck Festival as part of the 'Under the Stars' event. The signature dish is roast duck, accompanied by pappardelle and many other Umbrian specialties served at your table, with a corner dedicated to desserts. Every evening features dancing with big orchestras, free admission, while the little ones have a large area with inflatables.

Montecastrilli's Summer Feast

The Duck Festival, the gastronomic heart of the 'Under the Stars of Montecastrilli' event, is one of the longest-running and most popular gatherings in the town, in the province of Terni. For ten days, the historic center comes alive with stalls, music, and tables under the August sky.

Duck, the Queen of the Table

The signature dish is roast duck, a traditional preparation that gives the festival its name, alongside duck pappardelle and many other Umbrian cuisine specialties. There is also the 'Gourmet Corner', dedicated to desserts. Service is at the table.

Music, Dancing, and Fun for Everyone

Each evening offers live music and dancing with the best orchestras in Umbria, with free admission. A large inflatable play area and activities for children are set up for families, making the festival an event suitable for all ages.

Duck Festival โ€” edition 2026

The 32nd edition of the Duck Festival - Under the Stars of Montecastrilli takes place from August 14 to 23, 2026: roast duck, pappardelle, and Umbrian specialties served at your table, the Gourmet Corner for desserts, dancing evenings with big orchestras, and an inflatable area for children. Free admission.

The 2026 edition of the Duck Festival - Under the Stars of Montecastrilli reaches its 32nd edition and will be held from August 14 to 23 in the historic center of the town.

The star is roast duck, accompanied by pappardelle and many other specialties, with a corner dedicated to desserts. Every evening features live music and dancing with big orchestras, free admission, and a large inflatable area for the little ones.

Programme Duck Festival 2026

August 14 - 23, 2026 โ€” Every Evening

  • Opening of the food stalls with roast duck, duck pappardelle, and Umbrian specialties, table service
  • Gourmet Corner dedicated to desserts
  • Dancing evening with live music from big orchestras, free admission
  • Inflatable area and activities for children

The complete schedule of orchestras will be announced by the organizers closer to the event.

Highlights Duck Festival 2026

Roast duck, dancing evenings with Umbria's big orchestras, and the inflatable area for families.

Prices Duck Festival 2026

Free admission to the festival and music events. Food and drinks are paid for at the table.

Practical information — Duck Festival

Where

Historic center of Montecastrilli (TR), Umbria.

How to get there

By car from SS3bis Flaminia or E45, Montecastrilli exit. Nearest train station: Terni.

Admission and services

Free admission. Dancing evenings with live orchestras. Inflatable area for children. Table service at the food stalls.

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Where does it take place โ€” Duck Festival

Centro storico di Montecastrilli

Duck Festival in brief

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History of Duck Festival