Pentecost Festival
The oldest festival in Castel Bolognese, since 1631: five days of tradition, Romagna flavors, and great concerts
About Pentecost Festival
A festival spanning the centuries
The Pentecost Festival in Castel Bolognese, a small town in the province of Ravenna in Emilia-Romagna, is much more than a simple village festival: it's an event rooted in 1631, when the Castel Bolognese community made a vow to the Madonna dell'Immacolata Concezione to be spared from the terrible plague epidemic. From that vow, one of Romagna's longest-running popular traditions was born, celebrated uninterruptedly for almost four centuries, uniting devotion, village identity, and a grand collective celebration.
Five days in the heart of the village
For five days, the historic center and Piazza Bernardi become the stage for a packed program designed for all ages. The most anticipated moment is the evocative parade of floats from the seven parishes, accompanied by the re-enactment of ancient crafts, traditional bands, and the Fruste di Romagna (Romagna whips), filling the village streets with color, music, and peasant memories. Alongside the folkloric elements, there are artisan markets, art exhibitions, displays of vintage agricultural machinery, activities for children and young people, sports events, and the unmissable funfair.
The flavors of Romagna tradition
The culinary heart of the Festival is the gastronomic stand, where you can savor the best of Romagna's traditional dishes: the absolute stars are the handmade cappelletti, prepared with quality local ingredients, alongside fresh pasta, grilled meats, and local wines. It's an opportunity to experience the authentic conviviality of Romagna, with shared tables, conversation, and good food.
Great concerts and the grand finale
In recent years, the Festival has elevated its musical offerings, bringing nationally renowned artists to Castel Bolognese. The event traditionally concludes with the drawing of the grand tombola (bingo), with a prize pool of 5,000 euros in shopping vouchers, followed by the final concert. The event is organized by the Pro Loco of Castel Bolognese, with the patronage of the Municipality and the Emilia-Romagna Region, and is entirely free to enter.
Pentecost Festival — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Pentecost Festival celebrated a double milestone: the 395th edition of the festival and the 60th anniversary of the Pro Loco of Castel Bolognese, in the province of Ravenna. For five days, from May 21 to 25, the historic center and Piazza Bernardi hosted gastronomic stands with traditional Romagna dishes, the parade of floats from the seven parishes, markets, exhibitions, a funfair, and a rich program of events for families and young people. The musical program reached its peak with the concert by the Mirko Casadei POPular Folk Orchestra and the grand finale by Alan Sorrenti, preceded by the drawing of the traditional tombola with a 5,000 euro prize pool.
Programme Pentecost Festival 2026
Thursday, May 21
- Opening of gastronomic stands with traditional Romagna dishes
- Dance and rhythmic gymnastics gala
- Evening with DJ set
Friday, May 22
- Parade of parish floats with re-enactment of ancient crafts, accompanied by traditional bands
- "Crazy '90s" dance night, a journey into the 90s
Saturday, May 23
- Exhibition of vintage agricultural machinery
- Artisan markets and art exhibitions
- Family activities and photographic treasure hunt
- Frank David musical show dedicated to the 80s and 90s
Sunday, May 24
- Religious moments and Holy Mass
- 23rd Pentecost GP, cycling race
- Creative workshops and activities for children, guided tours
- Concert by the Mirko Casadei POPular Folk Orchestra
Monday, May 25
- Drawing of the traditional tombola from the Town Hall balcony, with a prize pool of 5,000 euros in shopping vouchers
- Grand finale with the concert by Alan Sorrenti (10:00 PM)
Highlights Pentecost Festival 2026
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Practical information — Pentecost Festival
How to get here
Castel Bolognese is located along the Via Emilia, between Imola and Faenza, in the province of Ravenna. By car, it is easily reachable from the A14 Imola or Faenza highway exits. By train, Castel Bolognese station is on the Bologna–Rimini line, a few minutes' walk from the historic center.
Where it takes place
Events take place in Piazza Bernardi and the historic center of the town. Parking is available in the surrounding areas, including the area near the "Le Cupole" disco.
Admission and contacts
Admission to all events is free. For information: Pro Loco Castel Bolognese, Piazza Bernardi 11, tel. +39 340 5802566, email [email protected], website prolococastelbolognese.it.
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Where does it take place — Pentecost Festival
Piazza Bernardi e centro storico
Piazza Bernardi, 11, 48014 Castel Bolognese