Festa dea Siaresa
The De.Co. cherry festival of Castegnero, in the heart of the Berici Hills
About Festa dea Siaresa
The Cherry, Soul of Castegnero
In Castegnero, a small municipality nestled in the Berici Hills in the province of Vicenza, cherry cultivation is a centuries-old tradition. Here, the "siaresa" — the local name for the fruit — is much more than an agricultural product: since 2012, the mora siaresa cherry of Castegnero has been recognised as a De.Co. (Municipal Designation) product, alongside other prized varieties such as Giorgia, Moreau, and Padovana. Every year, between late May and early June, the community dedicates the Festa dea Siaresa to it.
A Table Fragrant with Cherries
The heart of the festival is the renowned food stand in Piazza Mercato, open every evening from 7:00 PM. The menu is a tribute to the region: tortelli with goat cheese and cherries, fettuccine with braised meat featuring Castegnero cherries, bigoli with ragù, mixed grills, sopressa vicentina, DOP cheeses with cherry jam, and, of course, artisanal cherry ice cream, all accompanied by DOCG wines from the Berici Hills. During the festival, you can buy zero-kilometre cherries directly from local producers.
Shows, Music, and Community
Alongside the food, the Festa dea Siaresa offers a rich programme of theatre shows, concerts, dance performances, and a music contest dedicated to young talents, as well as creative workshops and games for children. Organised by the Pro Loco Castegnero in collaboration with the municipal administration, the festival is an opportunity to discover an iconic product and the landscape of the Berici Hills, among the most picturesque in the Vicenza area.
Festa dea Siaresa — edition 2026
For 2026, the Festa dea Siaresa returns to Castegnero, in the Berici Hills, between late May and early June over two weekends, following the established tradition. The food stand in Piazza Mercato opens every evening from 7:00 PM with signature dishes: tortelli with goat cheese and cherries, fettuccine with braised meat, artisanal cherry ice cream, accompanied by local DOCG wines. Also scheduled are theatre shows, concerts, dance, the music contest for young talents, and activities for children. Detailed dates and programme will be announced by Pro Loco Castegnero on official channels.
Programme Festa dea Siaresa 2026
The detailed programme for the 2026 edition will be announced by Pro Loco Castegnero on official channels (website and social media) in the weeks preceding the festival. Usual structure of the event, over two weekends between late May and early June:
- Food stand open every evening from 7:00 PM with cherry specialties (tortelli with goat cheese and cherries, fettuccine with braised meat, artisanal cherry ice cream)
- Direct sale of zero-kilometre Castegnero cherries
- Theatre shows, concerts, and dance performances
- Music contest for young talents
- Creative workshops and games for children
Highlights Festa dea Siaresa 2026
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Practical information — Festa dea Siaresa
How to get there
Castegnero is located in the Berici Hills, south of Vicenza. By car, take the A4 motorway exit Vicenza Est or the SS247 Riviera Berica; the festival takes place in Piazza Mercato, in the centre of the village. The nearest train station is Vicenza, then take a bus or taxi.
Admission and dining
Free admission. Food stand open every evening from 7:00 PM. Cherries from Castegnero can be purchased directly on site. Updates on dates and programme at www.festadeasiaresa.com and on official social media channels.
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Where does it take place — Festa dea Siaresa
Piazza Mercato, Castegnero (Colli Berici)
Piazza Mercato, 36020 Castegnero