Ferragosto in Piazza

Concordia sulla Secchia's Ferragosto

In Concordia sulla Secchia, a municipality in the Bassa Modenese region, Modena province (Emilia-Romagna), Ferragosto is celebrated together in the piazza. The evening of August 15th brings life to Piazza Gina Borellini, the town's central square, with outdoor tables, good food, and live music. It's one of the most cherished events of the municipal summer series, designed for those staying in town and those arriving from the surrounding plains between Modena and Mantua.

A Community Celebration in the Heart of the Bassa

The initiative is promoted by the Pro Loco of Concordia sulla Secchia in collaboration with the Municipal Culture Office, and is part of the "Concordia sotto le stelle" program, the summer series that fills the piazza with concerts, shows, and themed evenings. Ferragosto in the piazza is the highlight of mid-August: a convivial dinner at tables followed by live music that invites dancing until late at night.

Dinner and Music Under the Stars

The formula is simple and proven: from early evening, people gather at tables set up in the piazza for dinner, while the stage features live music with local bands. In recent editions, the evening has seen performances by groups capable of engaging the audience with a repertoire of danceable hits. Table reservations are generally required for dinner, while listening to the music and participating in the festival remain free and open to all.

Why It's Worth Being There

• An authentically local Ferragosto evening, far from the crowds of major tourist destinations.
• Outdoor dining in one of the most beautiful squares in the Bassa Modenese.
• Live music and a festive atmosphere suitable for all ages.
• Free admission, in the spirit of Emilian tradition and hospitality.

Concordia sulla Secchia, overlooking the Secchia River on the border with the province of Mantua, retains the welcoming identity of the towns in the Po Valley plain: Ferragosto in the piazza is one of its most genuine expressions.