Sagra degli Scampi
The Adriatic fish festival in the Angeli district of Sant'Elpidio a Mare
About Sagra degli Scampi
A tradition of the Fermo coast
The Sagra degli Scampi is one of the most beloved food and wine events of the Marche summer and is held every year in the Angeli district of Sant'Elpidio a Mare, in the heart of the province of Fermo. Founded in the late nineties, the event reached its 27th edition in 2026, a sign of its deep roots in the local community and an appeal that every summer brings thousands of visitors from all over the Marche and beyond to the streets of the district.
Adriatic fish takes centre stage
The heart of the festival is naturally the scampi (langoustines) and the catch of the Adriatic Sea, cooked according to traditional Piceno seafaring recipes. At the food stands, you can enjoy spaghetti with scampi, Catalan-style scampi, scampi with tomato sauce and roasted scampi, fried calamari and scampi, and fish skewers, without forgetting alternatives like sausage sandwiches, chips, and salads. A takeaway menu service is also available by reservation, designed for those who want to bring the flavours of the festival home.
Feast of Our Lady of the Angels
The Sagra degli Scampi is not just about food: it takes place concurrently with the Festa della Madonna degli Angeli, which in 2026 reached its 33rd edition. Alongside the stands, there is space for the procession, the Holy Mass, and moments of popular devotion that have always marked this time of year in the Angeli district. The event is organised by the Associazione Culturale Le Querce degli Angeli (The Oaks of the Angels Cultural Association), which is responsible for the setup, catering, and rich entertainment program each year.
Music, dancing, and shows
The evenings of the festival are enlivened by live music, dance orchestras, rock'n'roll bands, and comedy shows that fill the square until late at night. It is the ideal opportunity to experience the authentic atmosphere of a Marche village festival, where good food meets conviviality and fun for all ages.
Why it's worth going
Among the many festivals on the Fermo coast, the Sagra degli Scampi in Sant'Elpidio a Mare stands out for the quality of its fresh fish, the hospitality of the Angeli district, and its connection to a religious tradition that gives it a unique character. A must-attend event for those seeking the true flavours of the Marche in a popular and welcoming setting.
Sagra degli Scampi — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Sagra degli Scampi, the 27th, takes place from July 22nd to 26th, 2026, in the Angeli district of Sant'Elpidio a Mare (Fermo), together with the 33rd Festa della Madonna degli Angeli. The food stands remain open from July 24th to 26th, featuring the best of Adriatic fish and a program of music and entertainment that livens up the evenings of the district.
Programme Sagra degli Scampi 2026
The program for the 2026 edition alternates gastronomic, religious, and entertainment moments in the Angeli district. Food stands are open from July 24th to 26th.
Evenings
- Evening opening of food stands from 8:00 PM (from 7:00 PM on peak days), with the Adriatic fish menu.
- Procession of the Festa della Madonna degli Angeli, with gathering in the evening and a final convivial moment.
- Live music and dancing with orchestras and bands (among the groups announced in previous editions: Crazy Live Band and rock'n'roll nights).
- Comedy show in the evening and dancing until late at night.
- Holy Mass and lunch with stands opening at noon on the festive day.
Menu
Spaghetti with scampi, Catalan-style scampi, scampi with tomato sauce, grilled scampi, fried calamari and scampi, fish skewers; alternatively, sausage sandwiches, chips, and salads. Takeaway menu available by reservation (WhatsApp +39 338 8812514).
The complete details with times and artist names will be published on the official website sagradegliscampi.it and on the Facebook page of the Associazione Le Querce degli Angeli.
Highlights Sagra degli Scampi 2026
- 27th edition of the festival, held concurrently with the 33rd Festa della Madonna degli Angeli.
- Adriatic catch cooked according to traditional Piceno seafaring recipes.
- Evenings of live music, dancing, and comedy shows.
- The procession and popular rites of the Madonna degli Angeli.
Prices Sagra degli Scampi 2026
Practical information — Sagra degli Scampi
Where
Angeli district, Sant'Elpidio a Mare (FM), province of Fermo, Marche. Postal Code 63811.
How to get there
By car: exit Porto Sant'Elpidio from the A14 motorway, then head towards Sant'Elpidio a Mare. By train: Porto Sant'Elpidio station on the Adriatic line, with connections to the town centre. By plane: Ancona-Falconara airport about an hour away.
Admission and reservations
Free entry to the festival area. For takeaway service and reservations, contact WhatsApp number +39 338 8812514. For the updated program, consult the official website sagradegliscampi.it and the Facebook page of the Associazione Le Querce degli Angeli.
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