Emigrant Festival

The Emigrant Festival in Selvacava di Ausonia

In the heart of summer, the small hamlet of Selvacava, in the municipality of Ausonia (Frosinone province, Lazio), gathers for one of its most heartfelt evenings: the Emigrant Festival. This event goes beyond a simple village gathering, as it touches a deep chord in this corner of the Ciociaria region: the memory of those who, in past decades, left the village to build a life elsewhere, whether in Italy or abroad.

A tribute to roots and migration

The festival was born as a moment of gratitude and reunion. In summer, many emigrants and their descendants return to their places of origin, and Selvacava welcomes them with an evening dedicated specifically to them. It is an opportunity to strengthen family ties, recall stories of departures and returns, and rediscover a sense of belonging to a community that, despite being scattered across the world, has never forgotten its origins. Piazza dell'Emigrante thus becomes the natural stage for this collective embrace.

Music, folklore, and traditional groups

The program revolves around folk music and folklore. Throughout the editions, various folk groups and traditional music performances take the stage, bringing the sounds, dances, and songs of the rural culture of lower Lazio back to the square. The atmosphere is that of a genuine village festival, with the community gathering on an August evening starting from sunset, amidst live performances and shared joy.

The typical flavors of Ciociaria

As in every self-respecting festival in this territory, the food stalls play a central role. Traditional Ciociarian specialties accompany the evening: simple and hearty dishes linked to local peasant cuisine, the same ones that animate other Selvacava events, such as the famous Laina and Chickpeas Festival. Here, food is not just a side dish but an integral part of the shared memory and hospitality of the village.

Selvacava, Ausonia, and lower Lazio

Ausonia is a small town in the province of Frosinone, nestled at the foot of the Aurunci Mountains, on the border between Lazio and Campania. The hamlet of Selvacava maintains a strong community spirit, enlivened all year round by local associations. The Emigrant Festival is part of a rich summer calendar of food festivals, religious feasts, and popular events, representing one of the most important identity-defining moments for residents and those returning home for the summer.

An evening of community

Participating in the Emigrant Festival means experiencing the authentic hospitality of a village in lower Lazio: music, tradition, good food, and the warm atmosphere of a community celebrating its roots. It is a free-entry event, suitable for families and visitors, that tells the story of the soul of Selvacava and the municipality of Ausonia.