Festival of the Mastelli and the Fish
The artisanal and fish festival in the square of Campagnola di Brugine
About Festival of the Mastelli
The Festival of the Mastelli in Campagnola
The Festival of the Mastelli and the Fish is the village square festival of the hamlet of Campagnola di Brugine, in the Municipality of Brugine, in the province of Padua. The name in the Venetian dialect refers to the mastee, the tubs of local artisanal tradition, and the pesse, the fish that is the star of the table. It is organized by the Pro Loco of Campagnola and Brugine.
Between craftsmanship and fish gastronomy
The festival is traditionally held in the last two weeks of August, with the gastronomic stand set up in Campagnola's square: the signature dish is cuttlefish risotto, accompanied by other fish specialties and dishes from Venetian cuisine. There are also games for children, concerts, and dancing evenings.
A festival that returns
The 2025 edition of the festival was not held, but after the summer the organizers announced their intention to restart, building a 2026 full of events and new offerings. A sign of vitality for an event that remains dear to the community of Campagnola di Brugine.
Festival of the Mastelli — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Festival of the Mastelli and the Fish marks the return of the festival after the 2025 break. The Pro Loco of Campagnola and Brugine has announced its intention to build a 2026 rich in events and new offerings. The festival is traditionally scheduled for the last two weeks of August, with the fish gastronomic stand in the square of Campagnola di Brugine.
Programme Festival of the Mastelli 2026
The detailed program for the 2026 edition, with precise dates and the evening schedule, will be announced by the Pro Loco of Campagnola and Brugine. As per tradition, the festival includes: a gastronomic stand in the square with cuttlefish risotto as the signature dish and other fish specialties, games for children, concerts, and dancing evenings.
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Practical information — Festival of the Mastelli
Where
Campagnola di Brugine square (PD), southeast of Padua.
How to get there
By car from Padua along the SR516 Piovese towards Piove di Sacco.
When
Traditionally in the last two weeks of August.
What to expect
Fish gastronomic stand with cuttlefish risotto, games for children, concerts, and dancing evenings.
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Where does it take place — Festival of the Mastelli
Piazza di Campagnola di Brugine