Elice Country Picnic

The Elice Country Picnic

The Elice Country Picnic is a popular spring festival held in Elice, a small medieval village nestled on the northern slopes of the Val Fino, in the province of Pescara, in the heart of Abruzzo. Organized by the Pro Loco of Elice APS, the event invites residents and visitors to spend a day in the open air at Colle d'Odio, one of the town's hamlets surrounded by meadows and gentle rolling hills.

A day of conviviality

The heart of the picnic is the spirit of sharing: the day begins with a group meeting, followed by a communal gathering around a picnic basket prepared with locally sourced products. The format is that of a simple, authentic village festival where good food, nature, and company are the true protagonists. There is no shortage of games and entertainment designed for families and all ages.

Music and popular tradition

The day is brought to life by the performance of the group I Giovani Briganti, who share the songs and dances of the Abruzzese folk tradition. The music and dancing, along with activities such as the painting area and quiz games, make the picnic a moment to rediscover the cultural roots of the Elice community and a shared celebration.

Elice and its territory

Elice is a medieval village that preserves a historic center clustered around its castle and narrow alleys. The municipality, which hosts other events related to local traditions throughout the year, uses the Elice Country Picnic to showcase the hilly landscape of the Val Fino and the Abruzzese food and wine heritage. The event, which reached its fourth edition in recent years, has established itself as one of the most anticipated spring appointments promoted by the Pro Loco to raise awareness of the territory and strengthen the sense of community.