A large open-air kitchen on June 2nd
On June 2nd, on the occasion of the Republic Day, Cercemaggiore celebrates Fatt chiù là, la, a large social table that transforms the entire village into an open-air kitchen. The event, one of the most anticipated of the year in the village in the province of Campobasso, focuses on conviviality and traditional flavours.
The festival features the simple dishes of Molise's peasant tradition, prepared and shared along the streets and squares of the centre. It's not just a gastronomic moment, but a community ritual that recalls the old way of gathering around the table, accompanied by live music and entertainment.
Cercemaggiore is the highest municipality in the province of Campobasso, at about 930 metres above sea level, nicknamed the "sentinel of the Samnites" for its strategic position. Between the Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Libera and its mountain gastronomic traditions — handmade pasta, local meats, and cured meats — the village preserves a cultural heritage of great value, of which Fatt chiù là, la is one of the most vibrant expressions.
Fatt chiù là, la is renewed in Cercemaggiore on June 2nd, 2026, on the occasion of Republic Day. The entire village becomes a large open-air kitchen, with the social table offering the simple dishes of Molise's peasant tradition, accompanied by live music and the convivial atmosphere that makes the event one of the most anticipated of the year.
The day of June 2nd features the setup of the large social table along the streets and squares of Cercemaggiore: open-air kitchen with simple dishes of peasant tradition, convivial moments, and live music. The detailed program and times will be released by the organizers closer to the event. Program under update.
The large open-air social table and the simple dishes of Molise's peasant tradition.
Cercemaggiore (CB) can be reached by car from Campobasso, in the southeastern mountain area of the province. The table is set up in the squares and streets of the centre.
Free entry; dishes can be purchased along the route of the table. It's advisable to arrive early given the large turnout for the event.
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Centro storico, 86012 Cercemaggiore