The Ferragosto festival of the hamlet of Montorio, east of Verona
The Sagra dell'Assunta is the summer festival of the hamlet of Montorio Veronese, in the eastern part of Verona (district 8). Organized by the local parish around the Assumption Day holiday on August 15th, it is one of the most deeply rooted Ferragosto events in the Veronese territory: in 2026, it reaches its 28th edition.
The heart of the festival are the food stalls, where Veronese cuisine specialties are served: risotto al tastasal (with seasoned pork mince), pastissada de musso (braised donkey, a dish iconic to the region), and many other typical dishes accompanied by local wines.
Every evening, the festival offers live music, while for the little ones there are dedicated activities such as face painting and baby dance. There are also a charity raffle and the final tombola, traditional events that conclude the festival. Promoted entirely by parish volunteers, the Sagra dell'Assunta is a genuine opportunity to experience Ferragosto in Verona away from the tourist crowds, amidst the hills and villages east of the city.
In 2026, the Sagra dell'Assunta in Montorio Veronese reaches its 28th edition. The festival traditionally takes place around Ferragosto, with food stalls, live music evenings, and family activities. The official dates are announced by the parish of Montorio on the website sagradellassunta.it and on the town's social media channels.
The usual structure of the festival includes the opening of the food and wine stalls every evening with Veronese specialties (risotto al tastasal, pastissada de musso), live music, and for children, face painting and baby dance. In the final days, the charity raffle and the final tombola are held. The detailed program with dates and guests for the 2026 edition will be published on the official website sagradellassunta.it. Program coming soon.
Risotto al tastasal and pastissada de musso, live music every evening, face painting and baby dance for children, charity raffle, and final tombola.
Montorio Veronese is located east of Verona and is connected to the center by ATV urban lines. By car, it can be reached from the eastern part of the city and from the exits of the eastern ring road.
Free access to the festival area; paid consumption at the food stalls.
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