Festival of Fried Food of Meat
Edition 2026 Theater Gastronomy Local produce

Festival of Fried Food of Meat

In Bannia di Fiume Veneto, the fried food festival in olive oil

Fiume Veneto — Pordenone (093)
Dates 15 May — 17 May 2026
Location Fiume Veneto (093)
Prices Free
Status Confirmed

About Festival of Fried Food

In the hamlet of Bannia, in Fiume Veneto, the Pro Loco celebrates one of its most delicious traditions in May: the Festival of Fried Food of Meat. Meat and fish fried in olive oil, calamari, battered vegetables, and traditional flavors, served hot at the table under a large covered structure, in a genuine and welcoming village atmosphere.

The fried food festival in Bannia

In Bannia, a small hamlet of Fiume Veneto in the province of Pordenone, there is a May event that the palate won't forget: the Festival of Fried Food of Meat, organized with passion by Pro Loco Bannia. An now established event, now in its twenty-second edition, which attracts gourmets from all over the surrounding area.

Meat and fish fried in olive oil

The absolute star is fried food in olive oil: meat and fish, calamari, battered vegetables, and other delicacies, served hot at the table. The kitchen, managed by volunteers, works in plain sight to offer light and crispy fried dishes, accompanied by Sauris beer and local wines. All under a covered structure of about a thousand square meters, with table service and full tableware, designed to comfortably accommodate families and groups.

Theater, solidarity, and fun

The festival is not just about gastronomy. The opening evening hosts a theater performance by the company 'I Commedianti per Scherzo', while a space is dedicated to children with a play area. Part of the proceeds supports the Food Solidarity Center, confirming the community spirit that animates the event. The event enjoys the support of the Municipality of Fiume Veneto.

A corner of Friuli to taste

Bannia and Fiume Veneto are located a few kilometers from Pordenone, in a plain area rich in festivals and traditions. The Festival of Fried Food is the ideal opportunity to savor Friulian popular cuisine in a genuine and familiar atmosphere.

Festival of Fried Food — edition 2026

The 2026 edition of the Festival of Fried Food of Meat will be held in Bannia di Fiume Veneto from May 15 to 17: Friday opening theater evening, Saturday and Sunday evening service with fried meat and fish in olive oil under the covered structure. Organized by Pro Loco Bannia.

The Festival of Fried Food of Meat 2026 takes place in Bannia from May 15 to 17. The opening evening, Friday the 15th, is dedicated to the theater performance 'Fumo negli occhi' (kitchens closed); Saturday the 16th and Sunday the 17th, the event gets into full swing with the evening service of fried meat and fish in olive oil, accompanied by Sauris beer and local wines. Part of the proceeds supports the Food Solidarity Center.

Programme Festival of Fried Food 2026

2026 Program

  • Friday, May 15 — 8:45 PM theater performance 'Fumo negli occhi' (kitchens closed)
  • Saturday, May 16 — evening service: fried meat and fish in olive oil, calamari, vegetables
  • Sunday, May 17 — evening service with fried food menu

Covered structure with table service, children's play area, Sauris beer, and local wines. Proceeds to support the Food Solidarity Center.

Highlights Festival of Fried Food 2026

Fried meat and fish in olive oil, Sauris beer, opening theater performance.

Prices Festival of Fried Food 2026

Free admission; food and drinks at popular prices.

Practical information — Festival of Fried Food

How to get there

Bannia di Fiume Veneto can be reached from the SS 13 Pontebbana; highway exit Pordenone (A28).

Admission

Free admission. Refreshment service at the table under a covered structure; kitchens open in the evening (Saturday and Sunday).

Accommodation

Accommodation facilities in Pordenone and neighboring municipalities.

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Where does it take place — Festival of Fried Food

Area festeggiamenti di Bannia

Festival of Fried Food in brief

Theater Gastronomy Local produce Food truck Folk traditions Folklore Outdoor Free Pordenone

History of Festival of Fried Food