Sagra di San Rocco

San Rocco, the August festival in Lauco

Amidst the mountains of Carnia, in the heart of Friuli Venezia Giulia, the village of Lauco celebrates its patron saint's festival dedicated to San Rocco every mid-summer. It is the most anticipated event of the year for this mountain community in the province of Udine, which gathers for days of music, food, and conviviality around the August 16th festival.

Evenings under the tent

The heart of the festival is the large covered tent, where a varied entertainment program unfolds every evening: concerts, comedy shows, folk music, and revival nights. With accordions, bands like Studio Folk and Folketitrai, and entertainment moments, the festival livens up the evenings of a village that regains life and joy in the summer.

The flavours of Carnia on the table

At the food stalls, you can enjoy traditional Carnic and Friulian dishes: frico, gnocchi, polenta, grilled meats, calamari, and homemade desserts. It's an opportunity to savour mountain cuisine in an authentic and popular setting, far from the more touristy circuits.

A community coming together

Between the lottery, the karaoke night, and dancing under the tent, the Sagra di San Rocco represents the ultimate gathering moment for Lauco. For those visiting Carnia in the summer, it is a precious opportunity to discover the traditions and hospitality of an alpine village in Friuli.