Festa della Giuggiola
The ancient fruit of Arquà Petrarca celebrates among the medieval houses of Petrarch's village
About Festa della Giuggiola
Petrarch's village celebrates an ancient fruit
The Festa della Giuggiola is one of the most characteristic food and wine events of the Veneto autumn. It takes place in Arquà Petrarca, in the province of Padua, a medieval village nestled in the Euganean Hills and famous for being the last home of the poet Francesco Petrarca. Listed among the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy, the town owes part of its fame to this fruit: the giuggiola (jujube, Ziziphus jujuba), small, sweet, and with an unmistakable flavour.
The giuggiola in all its forms
During the festival, the giuggiola becomes the absolute protagonist: it is tasted fresh or transformed into liqueurs, jams, sweets, and typical dishes. The most famous product is 'brodo di giuggiole' (jujube broth), the ancient liqueur that gave rise to the saying 'to be over the moon' (literally 'to go into jujube broth'). Along the village streets, an artisan market unfolds with stalls, tastings, and local products, including the wines of the Euganean Hills.
A dive into the Middle Ages
The event has a strong historical re-enactment element: costumed figures, standard-bearers, drummers, and shows animate the narrow cobbled streets, while expert bakers prepare bread and focaccia in wood-fired ovens according to ancient recipes. Organized by the Pro Loco (local tourism board), the Festa della Giuggiola is now a well-established tradition that attracts thousands of visitors every year, offering an experience that combines taste, history, and landscape in one of the most evocative places in the Veneto.
Festa della Giuggiola — edition 2026
The 46th Festa della Giuggiola in Arquà Petrarca (PD) is scheduled for the first two Sundays of October 2026, with the indicated dates of October 4th and 11th. The village dresses up again to celebrate the giuggiola: along the streets of the historic centre, tasting and sales stalls will offer the famous 'brodo di giuggiole' (jujube broth), liqueurs, jams, sweets, and traditional dishes. The artisan market, historical re-enactments with costumed figures, standard-bearers and drummers, and the presence of wines from the Euganean Hills create a timeless atmosphere. The detailed program for the days will be published by the Pro Loco closer to the event.
Programme Festa della Giuggiola 2026
The Festa della Giuggiola 2026 takes place on the first two Sundays of October (indicated dates: 4th and 11th). Along the village streets, on both days:
- Giuggiola stalls — fresh fruit, 'brodo di giuggiole', liqueurs, jams, and sweets
- Artisan market and typical local products
- Wines of the Euganean Hills for tasting
- Historical re-enactment with period costumed figures, standard-bearers, and drummers
- Wood-fired ovens with traditional breads and focaccias
The detailed schedule with times and shows will be released by the Pro Loco of Arquà Petrarca.
Highlights Festa della Giuggiola 2026
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Practical information — Festa della Giuggiola
Where it takes place
Historic centre of Arquà Petrarca (PD), in the Euganean Hills.
When
The first two Sundays in October.
How to get there
Arquà Petrarca can be reached by car from the Monselice and Este area, in the Euganean Hills Regional Park. On festival days, it is advisable to use external parking and any shuttle services; the village is best explored on foot.
Information
Organized by the Pro Loco of Arquà Petrarca. Updates on the Facebook page "Festa delle Giuggiole".
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Where does it take place — Festa della Giuggiola
Borgo di Arquà Petrarca
Centro storico, 35032 Arquà Petrarca