La Taverna del Curato
Edition 2026 Sacred music Gastronomy Local produce

La Taverna del Curato

Nettle Curls and the Feast of Saint Rita in Farnetta

Montecastrilli — Terni (055)
Dates 23 May โ€” 01 Jun 2026
Location Montecastrilli (055)
Prices Free
Status Confirmed

About La Taverna del Curato

In Farnetta, a hamlet of Montecastrilli in the province of Terni, La Taverna del Curato is one of the longest-running festivals in southern Umbria. Now in its 42nd edition, the event revolves around 'ciriole all'ortica', a handmade pasta that symbolizes the local peasant tradition, and is linked to the feast of Saint Rita. For ten days, the village comes alive every evening with the gastronomic tavern, dancing nights, and live music, in an atmosphere of authentic village celebration.

A Festival with Deep Roots

La Taverna del Curato is the historic festival of Farnetta, a hamlet of Montecastrilli in the province of Terni. Reaching its 42nd edition in 2026, it is one of the most established events in the area, organized by the local Pro Loco and linked to the Feast of Saint Rita, which marks its period between May and June.

Nettle Curls, Queen of the Table

The signature dish of the Taverna are the 'ciriole all'ortica', a handmade pasta typical of the area, made with nettles and seasoned according to traditional recipes. Alongside this specialty, the food stalls offer other Umbrian cuisine dishes, a selection that attracts gourmets from the province of Terni and surrounding areas every evening.

Music and Dancing Nights

The tavern opens every evening at 7:30 PM, and the celebration continues with music, entertainment, and dancing nights that liven up the village of Farnetta. A convivial gathering that combines gastronomy, religious tradition, and fun, keeping the community's identity alive in the heart of southern Umbria.

La Taverna del Curato โ€” edition 2026

The 42nd Taverna del Curato in Farnetta di Montecastrilli takes place from May 23 to June 1, 2026. The stars are the 'ciriole all'ortica', handmade pasta from tradition, with the gastronomic tavern open every evening from 7:30 PM, dancing nights, and music, during the period of the Feast of Saint Rita.

The 2026 edition, the forty-second, is held from May 23 to June 1 in the village of Farnetta. The gastronomic tavern, open every evening from 7:30 PM, offers 'ciriole all'ortica' and traditional Umbrian dishes, while the dancing nights and live music liven up the festival, traditionally linked to the feast of Saint Rita.

Programme La Taverna del Curato 2026

The festival runs from May 23 to June 1, 2026, with the gastronomic tavern open every evening from 7:30 PM. The signature dish is 'ciriole all'ortica', alongside other Umbrian specialties. The event is linked to the Feast of Saint Rita and features music and dancing nights every evening. The detailed program of musical evenings and the complete menu are published by the Pro Loco of Farnetta in the days preceding the event.

Highlights La Taverna del Curato 2026

Handmade nettle curls, the connection with the Feast of Saint Rita, and the dancing nights.

Prices La Taverna del Curato 2026

Free entry. Food and drinks at the gastronomic tavern at festival prices.

Practical information — La Taverna del Curato

How to get there

Farnetta is a hamlet of Montecastrilli (TR), reachable via the roads connecting Terni and Todi. Parking is available near the village.

Opening Hours

Gastronomic tavern open every evening from 7:30 PM, with dancing nights and live music.

Contacts

Organized by the Pro Loco of Farnetta. Updates on the official Facebook page.

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La Taverna del Curato in brief

Sacred music Gastronomy Local produce Folk traditions Folklore Family Outdoor Free Terni

History of La Taverna del Curato