Quail Festival
The spit-roasted quail is the queen of the festival in Villaganzerla, in the Berici Hills
About Quail Festival
Spit-Roasted Quail, a Specialty Requiring Patience
In Villaganzerla, a hamlet of the Municipality of Castegnero in the Berici Hills, province of Vicenza, spring brings one of the most characteristic gastronomic festivals in the area: the Quail Festival, which in 2026 will celebrate its 21st edition, combined with the 114th San Giuseppe Festival. The absolute star is the spit-roasted quail, prepared with slow cooking and care that make it the signature dish: reservations the day before are recommended to enjoy it.
A Table Rich in Tradition
The roasted quail is served with rich polenta and, new for the 2026 edition, coppa. Alongside it, the food stall offers Venetian cuisine specialties: sliced colt, stewed donkey "alla Roberto", ribs, grilled salami, and a rich mixed grill with pancetta, chicken, and meat. The evenings combine good food with live music, in a genuine and welcoming village festival atmosphere.
Craftsmanship, Folklore, and Community
In addition to gastronomy, the festival offers cultural and folkloric entertainment, with artisan stalls, art exhibitions, and musical performances. Organized by the San Giuseppe Festival committee of Villaganzerla with the support of the Municipality of Castegnero, the event is an opportunity to discover an authentic corner of the Berici Hills and its food and wine tradition.
Quail Festival — edition 2026
The 21st Quail Festival 2026, combined with the 114th San Giuseppe Festival, will liven up Villaganzerla di Castegnero over two weekends: April 24, 25, 26 and May 1, 2, 3. The spit-roasted quail will be served with rich polenta and, a new addition this year, with coppa. The food stall will also offer sliced colt, stewed donkey "alla Roberto", ribs, grilled salami, and mixed grill. The evenings will be accompanied by live music; there will also be artisan stalls and folkloric performances. Free admission.
Programme Quail Festival 2026
Thursday, April 24, Friday, April 25, Saturday, April 26
- Evening — Opening of the food stall with spit-roasted quail served with rich polenta and coppa (2026 novelty)
- Venetian specialties: sliced colt, stewed donkey "alla Roberto", ribs, grilled salami, mixed grill
- Live music
Friday, May 1, Saturday, May 2, Sunday, May 3
- Evening — Food stall with spit-roasted quail and traditional specialties
- Artisan exhibition and folkloric performances
- Live music
Reservations for spit-roasted quail are recommended the day before (tel. +39 0444 639013).
Highlights Quail Festival 2026
Prices Quail Festival 2026
Practical information — Quail Festival
How to Get There
Villaganzerla is a hamlet of Castegnero, in the Berici Hills south of Vicenza. By car, take the A4 motorway exit Vicenza Est or the SS247 Riviera Berica. The nearest train station is Vicenza, then take a bus or taxi.
Admission and Reservations
Free admission. Food stall open every evening. Reservations for spit-roasted quail are recommended the day before. Information: tel. +39 0444 639013, [email protected].
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Where does it take place — Quail Festival
Villaganzerla, frazione di Castegnero
Villaganzerla, 36020 Castegnero