Sagra delle Carni in Umido
Edition 2026 Gastronomy Local produce Folk traditions

Sagra delle Carni in Umido

Braised meats, osso buco and tripe in Cantù, supporting Civil Protection

Cantù — Como (013)
Dates 30 Oct — 01 Nov 2026
Location Cantù (013)
Prices Free
Status

About Carni in Umido

In Cantù, in the Province of Como, the Sagra delle Carni in Umido is the late October gastronomic event dedicated to slow-cooked traditional dishes: donkey braised meat, osso buco, tripe, Venetian-style liver. It is held at the Campo Solare on via Giovanni da Cermenate, organized by Amici dei Volontari ONLUS, and the proceeds support the Civil Protection of Cantù.

The festival of stewed dishes

In Cantù, in the heart of Brianza in the Province of Como, the Sagra delle Carni in Umido celebrates the region's autumnal cuisine at the end of October: that of long-cooked, rich, traditional dishes. Under the marquees of the Campo Solare, on via Giovanni da Cermenate, donkey braised meat, osso buco, tripe, and Venetian-style liver are served, accompanied by polenta and wine.

A charitable festival

The event is organized by the Amici dei Volontari ONLUS Association and has a strong charitable purpose: the proceeds go to the Civil Protection of Cantù, for the purchase of new equipment. Over the years, the festival has become a small record of citizen participation, with thousands of Cantù residents and visitors flocking to the evenings.

Cantù and its tradition

A city known worldwide for furniture and lace, Cantù also preserves a solid convivial culture made up of local festivals and neighborhood parties. The Sagra delle Carni in Umido is one of its most successful examples: a popular event that combines good Como cuisine with support for local volunteering.

Carni in Umido — edition 2026

The Sagra delle Carni in Umido returns to the Campo Solare in Cantù between late October and early November 2026, with traditional stewed dishes and proceeds benefiting the local Civil Protection. Precise dates will be confirmed by the organizers.

The 2026 edition of the Sagra delle Carni in Umido will be held, as is tradition, between late October and early November at the Campo Solare in Cantù, Province of Como. The exact dates will be published by the Municipality and the Amici dei Volontari ONLUS.

Programme Carni in Umido 2026

The detailed program for the 2026 edition will be announced by the organizers. The festival traditionally takes place over three days with the kitchen open for lunch and dinner: the menu features donkey braised meat, osso buco, tripe, and Venetian-style liver, served with polenta. In recent editions, the format included Friday evening opening and lunch and dinner services on the weekend.

Highlights Carni in Umido 2026

Traditional stewed dishes (donkey braised meat, osso buco, tripe) and the charitable purpose supporting the Civil Protection of Cantù.

Prices Carni in Umido 2026

Free admission; food and drinks are paid.

Practical information — Carni in Umido

Where

Campo Solare (former Colonia Elioterapica), via Giovanni da Cermenate, Cantù (CO).

How to get there

Cantù is reachable by car from the Como-Lecco and SS Briantea roads; the Cantù-Cermenate and Cantù (FerrovieNord line) stations serve the city.

Admission

Free admission; food and drinks are paid. The proceeds support the Civil Protection of Cantù.

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Where does it take place — Carni in Umido

Campo Solare (ex Colonia Elioterapica), Via Giovanni da Cermenate

Via Giovanni da Cermenate, 22063 Cantù

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Carni in Umido in brief

Gastronomy Local produce Folk traditions Folklore Solidarity Outdoor Como

History of Carni in Umido