Festa del Bisonte con Polenta
The bison and polenta festival in Bassa Friulana
About Festa del Bisonte
A young but much-loved festival
In Ronchis, in the province of Udine, one of the most original festivals in Bassa Friulana takes place every autumn: the Festa del Bisonte con Polenta. Although it is a recent event, it has quickly become established in the local calendar thanks to its curious gastronomic offerings and a program full of entertainment.
The secret is the meeting of two worlds: on one hand, polenta, a symbolic dish of the Friulian peasant tradition; on the other, bison meat, an unusual and highly attractive protagonist that gives the festival its name.
Bison takes center stage at the table
At the food stalls, bison is served in many ways: from bison stew on soft polenta to potato gnocchi with bison ragù, accompanied by local wines and draft beer. A hearty and convivial offering, perfect for autumn evenings.
Music, parades, and Vespa gathering
In addition to good food, the festival offers a varied program: dancing evenings with orchestras and DJ sets, concerts, shows, children's games and workshops, a craft market, dog exhibitions, the "Ronchis è di Moda" fashion show, and the Vespa gathering for vintage motor enthusiasts. A mix that attracts an audience of all ages.
The work of Pro Loco
The event is organized by Pro Loco Ronchis, which manages the entire festival area of the town, with the support of the Municipality of Ronchis. A festival that showcases the vitality of a small Friulian community capable of reinventing tradition with creativity.
Festa del Bisonte — edition 2026
The 2026 edition
The Festa del Bisonte con Polenta is also expected in 2026 in Ronchis, during the usual period between late September and early October, spread over several weekends. The festival's signature dishes, from bison stew on polenta to gnocchi with bison ragù, are confirmed, along with a program of dancing evenings, DJ sets, concerts, a craft market, dog exhibitions, the "Ronchis è di Moda" fashion show, and a Vespa gathering.
The exact dates will be announced by Pro Loco Ronchis in the weeks preceding the event.
Programme Festa del Bisonte 2026
The detailed program for the 2026 edition will be announced in the coming weeks. Based on previous editions, the festival includes:
- food stalls with bison and polenta (stew on soft polenta, gnocchi with bison ragù);
- dancing evenings with orchestras, DJ sets, and concerts;
- children's games and workshops;
- craft market;
- dog exhibitions and "Ronchis è di Moda" fashion show;
- Vespa gathering for vintage motor enthusiasts.
Highlights Festa del Bisonte 2026
Prices Festa del Bisonte 2026
Practical information — Festa del Bisonte
How to get there
Ronchis is located in Bassa Friulana, in the province of Udine, and can be reached by car from the A4 motorway (Latisana exit). The festival takes place in the town's festival area, on Via Giovanni Guerin.
Tickets
Admission is free; food and drinks at the stalls are payable.
When
The festival is held between late September and early October, over several weekends (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday).
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Where does it take place — Festa del Bisonte
Area festeggiamenti di Ronchis
Via Giovanni Guerin 1, 33050 Ronchis