Sagra de li Strozzapreti alla Norcina
The Ferragosto sagra in the Cerretana hamlet of Montefortino, in the Sibillini Mountains
Edition 2026 not confirmed to date
This edition has not been confirmed by the organiser to date. We recommend checking before going.
About Strozzapreti alla Norcina
The Sagra de li Strozzapreti alla Norcina
Every year, around Ferragosto (August 15th), the Cerretana hamlet in the Municipality of Montefortino, in the Province of Fermo, transforms into a kingdom of handmade pasta. The Sagra de li Strozzapreti alla Norcina is one of the most cherished gastronomic festivals in this corner of the Sibillini Mountains, drawing residents, holidaymakers, and curious visitors seeking the authentic flavours of the Marche tradition each summer.
Strozzapreti, the star of the table
The signature dish of the event is strozzapreti, a simple pasta rolled and shaped by hand according to ancient peasant tradition. They are served in their most famous version, alla norcina, with a creamy sauce made from cream, sausage, and black pepper, but also in various local variations that change nightly. Alongside the pasta, the food stalls offer:
- Grilled meats and charcuterie specialties
- Artisanal cured meats and local cheeses
- Homemade desserts prepared by local families
- Wines from the Fermo hills and the Sibillini region
Music, dancing, and tradition
The sagra is not just about good food: each evening is enlivened by folk groups, popular dances, games, and entertainment designed for children too. It's an opportunity to experience the atmosphere of a true village festival, where cuisine intertwines with socialising and the sense of community that characterises the villages of the Marche Apennines.
Cerretana and the Sibillini Mountains
Montefortino is one of the municipalities guarding the entrance to the heart of the Sibillini Mountains National Park, straddling the Marche and Umbria regions. The Cerretana hamlet, nestled in the green hills of Fermo, offers the ideal setting for a summer evening outdoors, surrounded by nature, gastronomy, and hospitality. The event is organised by the association Cerretana E' VITA, which has kept this Ferragosto tradition alive for over twenty years.
Strozzapreti alla Norcina — edition 2026
The 23rd edition of the Sagra de li Strozzapreti alla Norcina is scheduled, according to industry portals, from August 12 to 15, 2026, in the Cerretana hamlet of Montefortino (FM). As per tradition, the four evenings will revolve around handmade strozzapreti dressed alla norcina, alongside grilled meats, cured meats, cheeses, and homemade desserts, all accompanied by local wines.
The detailed program for the evenings, including musical groups and timings, is usually published by the association Cerretana E' VITA in the weeks preceding the event on their Facebook page and website cerretana.it. The 2026 dates are currently indicated by specialised portals with the wording "date to be confirmed": it is advisable to verify with the organisers before planning your visit.
Programme Strozzapreti alla Norcina 2026
The detailed program for the 23rd edition, featuring musical groups, folk dances, games, and entertainment for children, will be announced by the Cerretana E' VITA association in the weeks leading up to the event. The established format includes the opening of food stalls each evening with strozzapreti alla norcina and local specialties, followed by live musical entertainment.
Highlights Strozzapreti alla Norcina 2026
- Handmade strozzapreti pasta dressed alla norcina (cream, sausage, black pepper)
- Four evenings of gastronomy during the Ferragosto period
- Folk groups, popular dances, and entertainment for children
- Setting within the Sibillini Mountains National Park
Prices Strozzapreti alla Norcina 2026
Practical information — Strozzapreti alla Norcina
Where it takes place
The sagra is held in the Cerretana hamlet, at Villa Cerretana, in the Municipality of Montefortino (FM), Postal Code 63858, within the Sibillini Mountains National Park.
How to get there
By car, Montefortino can be reached from the SS78 Picena road, continuing towards the mountain hamlets. The nearest train stations are Amandola or Porto San Giorgio-Fermo, from which you can continue by car. It is advisable to travel by car given the hilly nature of the territory.
When
The event traditionally takes place around Ferragosto, over four evenings. For detailed program and times, please consult the Facebook page Cerretana E' VITA or contact the organisers.
Contacts
Phone: +39 333 4063845 — Email: [email protected]
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Frazione Cerretana
Villa Cerretana, 63858 Montefortino