Montenovo in Festa
The Cellar Festival in the medieval village of Ostra Vetere
About Montenovo in Festa
A journey of taste through the cellars of Montenovo
Montenovo in Festa is the most anticipated food and wine event of the winter in Ostra Vetere, a municipality in the Province of Ancona, in the heart of the Marche region and the Misa Valley. Known as the Cellar Festival in the Village, the festival takes place annually between late January and the first days of February in the charming medieval village of Montenovo, the historic hilltop core of the town, made of stone alleys, arches, and loggias.
The cellars take center stage
The heart of the festival lies in the ancient cellars of the historic center, managed by local associations, which for the occasion reopen their doors and transform into welcoming tasting points. Here, you can sample the authentic flavors of traditional Marche cuisine accompanied by local wines, while musical entertainment enlivens every corner of the village. Along the food and wine route, between one cellar and another, you'll find craft markets, itinerant folk groups, and exhibitions set up in the historic spaces of the town.
Music, shows, and fun
In addition to food and wine, Montenovo in Festa offers a rich entertainment program: live concerts in the evenings, DJ sets, dance performances, comedy shows, and entertainment for children. In recent years, the event has enriched its offerings with original proposals such as escape rooms set in the village spaces, designed to engage younger audiences and families.
A festival to enhance the village
Organized by the Municipality of Ostra Vetere together with local associations and the Pro Loco, Montenovo in Festa is much more than a local festival: it's an opportunity to rediscover the identity, traditions, and cultural and gastronomic heritage of a small Marche village, promoting tourism in smaller centers. Admission is free, and the atmosphere, between the lights of the cellars and the aroma of typical dishes, makes every edition an unmissable event for those who want to experience the authentic charm of the Marche hinterland.
Montenovo in Festa — edition 2026
The 26th edition of Montenovo in Festa confirmed the success of the Cellar Festival, enlivening the medieval village of Ostra Vetere from January 30 to February 1, 2026. The cellars managed by local associations offered tastings of wine and traditional Marche dishes, accompanied by music in the cellars, markets in the loggia, and exhibitions in the historic center, including a photographic exhibition at the Civic Museum. The municipal administration thanked the associations, sponsors, volunteers, and law enforcement for the success of the event, dedicated to promoting tourism in small villages.
Programme Montenovo in Festa 2026
Friday, January 30
- Opening of the cellars with wine and typical Marche cuisine tastings
- Markets in the loggia, exhibitions, and musical entertainment in the cellars
- 10:30 PM — Live concert by Fuoritempo
Saturday, January 31
- Food and wine route through the village cellars, markets, and exhibitions
- 10:30 PM — Concert Le Bollicine — Vasco Rossi Tribute
- Following — DJ set with DJ Prins
Sunday, February 1
- 2:00 PM — Children's entertainment "Once Upon a Time There Was a Game"
- 4:00 PM — Dance performance by Centro Fluire in Movimento
- 5:00 PM — Comedy show with Lando e Dino
- All day — open cellars, markets, exhibitions, and escape rooms
Highlights Montenovo in Festa 2026
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Practical information — Montenovo in Festa
Where
Medieval village of Montenovo, historic center of Ostra Vetere (AN), with the heart of the events in Piazza della Libertà.
When
Last weekend of January (between late January and early February), over three days.
How to get there
By car: take the Senigallia exit from the A14 motorway, then follow the SS16 and provincial roads towards the hinterland (about 20 km). The nearest train station is Senigallia. Parking is available near the historic center.
Admission and contacts
Free admission. Information: Municipality of Ostra Vetere, tel. +39 071 965053, email [email protected].
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Where does it take place — Montenovo in Festa
Borgo Montenovo - Centro storico
Borgo medievale di Montenovo, 60010 Ostra Vetere