Sagra del Casoncello
Edition 2026 Music Gastronomy Cheese

Sagra del Casoncello

The Bergamo casoncello takes centre stage on the Castro lakefront, on Lake Iseo

Castro — Bergamo (016)
Dates 19 Jun — 24 Jun 2026
Location Castro (016)
Prices Free
Status Confirmed

About Sagra del Casoncello

The Sagra del Casoncello in Castro is the festival celebrating one of the symbolic dishes of Bergamo tradition, the casoncello, on the shores of Lake Iseo. Organised by the Pro Loco of Castro in the festival area along the lakefront, in the Castro Beach area, it combines typical gastronomy with many evenings of entertainment featuring live music, tributes, dance, and magic. A village festival that unites the flavours of Orobic cuisine and the luminous setting of the lake, for a few days of celebration in June.

The casoncello, queen of the Bergamo table

The Sagra del Casoncello in Castro, on Lake Iseo in the province of Bergamo, is dedicated to one of the most beloved dishes of local cuisine: the bergamasco casoncello, a filled raviolo with an unmistakable flavour, dressed with butter, sage, and pancetta. It's an event that has been attracting lovers of good food to the lake shores for over twenty years.

A festival of taste and music

The event, organised by the Pro Loco of Castro, is held in the festival area of the lakefront, in the Castro Beach area. The bar is open all day and the refreshment service welcomes guests every evening, without the need for reservations. But the festival is not just about food: each evening offers a different show, including live concerts, musical tributes, dance, and magic, for a celebration that lasts several days and entertains until late at night.

The setting of Lake Iseo

Experiencing the festival in Castro means dining with a view of Lake Iseo, one of Lombardy's most picturesque lakes, nestled among the mountains and famous for the island of Monte Isola. Castro's lakefront, with its beach, is the ideal place to enjoy a summer evening with good food, music, and the reflection of lights on the water.

Who is it for

The Sagra del Casoncello is perfect for those who love traditional Bergamo cuisine and are looking for a genuine village festival with good music and a lakeside location. Suitable for families, couples, and groups of friends.

Sagra del Casoncello — edition 2026

The 24th Sagra del Casoncello in Castro takes place from 19 to 24 June 2026, at the festival area on the Castro Beach lakefront. Bar open daily, evening refreshment service without reservation, and a series of musical shows, with the traditional Sunday 'spiedo' lunch by reservation.

The 24th Sagra del Casoncello returns to Castro from 19 to 24 June 2026, at the festival area on the lakefront in Castro Beach.

Six days dedicated to the Bergamo casoncello, with a bar open daily from 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM and evening refreshment service from 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM without reservation. Each evening, a different show enlivens the festival, while Sunday features the traditional "Lo Spiedo di Bruno" lunch at 12:30 PM, by mandatory reservation.

Programme Sagra del Casoncello 2026

Friday 19 June

  • Musical evening "90's back"

Saturday 20 June

  • Concert by Raf Benzoni

Sunday 21 June

  • Lunch "Lo Spiedo di Bruno" at 12:30 PM (mandatory reservation: +39 340 656 5276)
  • In the evening: Tribute to Olly

Monday 22 June

  • Magic show and Dance Affair Show

Tuesday 23 June

  • Concert by Fildadelfia

Wednesday 24 June

  • Fuori Menù Band

Bar open daily 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM; refreshment service 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM without reservation.

Highlights Sagra del Casoncello 2026

The concert by Raf Benzoni, the tribute to Olly, and the Sunday 'spiedo' lunch, accompanied each evening by the Bergamo casoncello.

Prices Sagra del Casoncello 2026

Free admission. Refreshment service at a charge, no reservation required. Sunday 'spiedo' lunch by mandatory reservation (+39 340 656 5276).

Practical information — Sagra del Casoncello

Where

Lakefront festival area, Castro Beach, Castro (BG), on the Bergamo side of Lake Iseo.

Opening Hours

Bar open daily from 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM; refreshment service daily from 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM, no reservation required.

How to get here

By car along the SS469 on the Bergamo side of Lake Iseo. By train, stations on the Brescia-Iseo-Edolo line; by ferry with the Lake Iseo navigation services.

Contacts

Pro Loco Castro, website prolocodicastro.it. For the 'spiedo' lunch, booking is mandatory at +39 340 656 5276.

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Where does it take place — Sagra del Casoncello

Castro Beach - Area feste lungolago

Area feste lungolago - Castro Beach, 24063 Castro

Contact Sagra del Casoncello

Tel
+39 340 656 5276

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