Sagra del Cinghiale e Birre Artigianali

A festival in the heart of the Fermo hills

The Sagra del Cinghiale e Birre Artigianali is one of the most beloved summer events in Ponzano di Fermo, a small municipality in the province of Fermo, in the Marche region. Nestled on a hill between the Tenna and Ete valleys, the village opens its historic center for a few days of celebration entirely dedicated to one of the most iconic dishes of local peasant tradition: wild boar.

The sagra is organized by the Pro Loco Tre Colli, the association that has enlivened the cultural and social life of the town for years, and is part of the calendar of major summer festivals in the Fermo area. It is an event that attracts visitors from all over the province, drawn by genuine cuisine, affordable prices, and a family atmosphere that has become its trademark.

Wild boar, the star of the table

The heart of the event is the food stalls, where wild boar meat is prepared according to family recipes passed down through generations. The signature dishes of the sagra are:

• Tagliatelle with wild boar ragù, with handmade pasta;
• Polenta seasoned with the same flavorful ragù;
• wild boar in salmì (stewed wild boar flavored with local herbs, spices, and vegetables).

For those who do not prefer game meat, there are alternative menus with other Marche specialties. All dishes are accompanied by local wine and a selection of fresh craft beers, which give the festival its name and complete the gastronomic experience.

Music, folklore, and village atmosphere

In addition to good food, the sagra offers evenings enlivened by live music bands and entertainment that transform the historic center into a large festive space. In some editions, the Sunday evening concluded with a fireworks display launched from the castle tower, a picturesque panoramic point in the village. It is this combination of gastronomy, music, and popular tradition that makes the event a classic of the Fermo summer.

A summer event not to be missed

The Sagra del Cinghiale e Birre Artigianali is usually held at the beginning of August, and in 2026 it is also linked to the Beer Run, a non-competitive fun run organized by the Pro Loco Tre Colli: participants can then stop for dinner at the sagra's stalls. For travelers wanting to discover authentic Marche, far from the most crowded destinations, this is a perfect way to experience the village of Ponzano di Fermo and the flavors of its tradition.