Pampano Festival / Sant'Ubaldo Feast
Edition 2026 Variety Folk Gastronomy

Pampano Festival / Sant'Ubaldo Feast

The spring feast in the hamlet of Meledo di Sarego, featuring Venetian cuisine and dancing under the stars

Sarego — Vicenza (024)
Dates 15 May — 24 May 2026
Location Sarego (024)
Prices Free
Status Confirmed

About Pampano Festival

In the hamlet of Meledo di Sarego, on the Berici Hills, the Pampano Festival accompanies the Sant'Ubaldo Feast with two weekends of celebration in May. At the Sports Field in Via Damiano Chiesa, you'll find a food stand open every evening from 7:00 PM, a covered dance floor, craft markets, bouncy castles for children, and many musical evenings with folk orchestras, DJs, and accordions. A genuine village feast, with free admission, where Vicenza's peasant tradition meets Berici conviviality.

A Spring Festival in the Berici Hills

The Pampano Festival, linked to the Sant'Ubaldo Feast, is one of the most cherished spring events in Meledo di Sarego, a hamlet of the municipality of Sarego in the province of Vicenza, at the foot of the Berici Hills. The name refers to the pampano, the vine leaf that heralds the good season and symbolizes the deep connection of this territory with viticulture and the countryside.

Where and When

The event takes place at the Meledo Sports Field, in Via Damiano Chiesa 5, over two weekends in May. The large covered spaces allow for dancing and dining under cover, whatever the weather, while the outdoor area hosts markets and attractions for the little ones.

What to Expect

  • Food Stand open every evening from 7:00 PM, with traditional Venetian dishes
  • Covered Dance Floor with folk orchestras, DJs, and themed evenings
  • Craft Markets along the festival area
  • Bouncy Castles and entertainment for children

Admission is free, in the true spirit of a village feast. The Pampano Festival is organized by the parish committee of Meledo with the support of the Municipality of Sarego, and each year it attracts families, groups of friends, and dance enthusiasts from all over the Basso Vicentino area.

Pampano Festival — edition 2026

The 2026 edition of the Pampano Festival takes place over two weekends, from May 15th to 17th and May 22nd to 24th, at the Meledo di Sarego Sports Field. Food stand every evening from 7:00 PM, covered dance floor, craft market, bouncy castles for children, and a rich musical program with orchestras and DJs.

The Pampano Festival 2026 in Meledo di Sarego returns with its tried-and-tested formula: two weekends of music, food, and dancing at the Sports Field on Via Damiano Chiesa. The food stand opens every evening at 7:00 PM, featuring typical Venetian dishes, while the covered dance floor hosts a different musical event each night. There will also be a craft market and bouncy castles for the little ones. Free admission.

Programme Pampano Festival 2026

First Weekend

  • Friday, May 15th — Evening with I Rodigini
  • Saturday, May 16th — Michele & Michele and Ale DJ
  • Sunday, May 17th — Michela and her accordion

Second Weekend

  • Friday, May 22nd — Disco Inferno
  • Saturday, May 23rd — Yano and Morgan
  • Sunday, May 24th — Siro DJ, closing night

Food stand open every evening from 7:00 PM. Covered dance floor, craft markets, and bouncy castles for children.

Highlights Pampano Festival 2026

Two weekends of music with folk orchestras, DJs, and accordion; covered dance floor; Venetian food stand; craft market.

Prices Pampano Festival 2026

Free admission.

Practical information — Pampano Festival

How to Get Here

Meledo di Sarego is located in the Berici Hills, in the province of Vicenza. By car: take the Montebello Vicentino (A4) or Lonigo motorway exit, then follow signs for Sarego/Meledo. Parking is available near the sports field.

Admission

Free. Food stand open every evening from 7:00 PM.

Info

Updates on dates and program can be found on the social media pages of the Municipality of Sarego and the Parish of Meledo.

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Where does it take place — Pampano Festival

Campo Sportivo di Meledo

Via Damiano Chiesa 5, 36040 Sarego

Pampano Festival in brief

Variety Folk Gastronomy Local produce Folk traditions Folklore Outdoor Vicenza

History of Pampano Festival