The festival of the sanctuary of Costa di Aviano in September
In Costa di Aviano, where the Santuario della Madonna del Monte (Sanctuary of the Madonna del Monte) stands, the community gathers every September for one of the most cherished religious and popular festivals in the area. The Festa della Madonna del Monte intertwines Marian devotion, deeply rooted in these valleys, with the convivial spirit of a village festival, a typical combination of Friulian tradition.
The event spans four days, featuring religious celebrations at the sanctuary and a rich program of activities. The food stands offer local specialties daily: mixed grill, cotechino, sausage and cabbage, polenta, and much more, accompanied by regional flavors and wines.
Alongside the food and wine, the program offers entertainment for all ages: a Vespa gathering, the traditional charity raffle, group dancing, and live music, with bands like I Musicanti di Giais and Lucio e i Robusti animating the evenings. A festival that unites generations and traditions.
The Santuario della Madonna del Monte, nestled in the greenery at the foot of Piancavallo, is a place of great charm, a destination for pilgrimages and a spiritual reference point for the communities of Aviano and Marsure. The September festival is the ideal occasion to discover it, amidst faith, nature, and authentic flavors.
For 2026, the Festa della Madonna del Monte will return to Costa di Aviano in September, as is tradition. Four days that combine religious celebrations at the Marian sanctuary and the village festival, with food stands, events, and music.
The exact dates have not yet been confirmed: in the 2025 edition, the festival took place from September 5th to 8th.
The detailed program for the 2026 edition will be announced in the coming weeks. Based on previous editions, the event includes:
Costa di Aviano is located in the municipality of Aviano (PN), at the foot of Piancavallo, near the Santuario della Madonna del Monte. Approximately a 25-minute drive from Pordenone.
Free entry; food and drinks are paid for at the stands.
Accommodation facilities are available in Aviano, Marsure, Piancavallo, and in the municipalities of the Pordenone foothills.
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