Sagra dea Quaia

One of the oldest festivals in Friuli

When it comes to tradition in the province of Pordenone, the Sagra dea Quaia is almost an obligatory reference. With the 168th edition arriving in 2026, the Pratensi Celebrations boast over a century and a half of uninterrupted history and confirm themselves as one of the most rooted and popular summer events in all of Friuli Venezia Giulia. Organized by Pro Loco Santa Lucia APS, the festival enlivens the center of Prata di Pordenone for about two weeks in July.

The quail, the absolute protagonist

The name says it clearly: here the queen of the table is the quail (in local dialect, quaia). The festival's cuisine offers it in all its variations, according to recipes passed down by local families: roasted quail, stewed quail, quail risotto, accompanied by local wines. It is a hearty, generous cuisine that tells the story of the peasant civilization of this corner of the Friulian plain between the Livenza and Meduna rivers.

Not just gastronomy

A very rich entertainment program revolves around the food stands, designed to leave no one out: live concerts, DJ sets, dancing evenings, entertainment for children, and sports initiatives like the colorful run that has brightened up the evenings for some years. The formula works because it brings together young people looking for a party and families who want to dine together, in a true village festival atmosphere.

A festival that belongs to the town

The strength of the Sagra dea Quaia lies in its being a collective undertaking: dozens of Pro Loco volunteers, supported by the Municipality of Prata di Pordenone, run the kitchens, stands, and stage for two weeks straight. The result is an event that every summer attracts visitors from all over the province of Pordenone and beyond, faithful to a tradition that has lasted for over sixty years.