Sagra e Festa della Birra di Castelvero (Octobervest)

The great mountain beer festival

The Sagra e Festa della Birra di Castelvero, renamed Octobervest, is one of the most anticipated summer events in Val d'Alpone, in the municipality of Vestenanova, province of Verona, in Veneto. It takes place in the hamlet of Castelvero, in the Lessinia mountains, and transforms the small village into a major meeting point for beer and good music enthusiasts.

Beer, gastronomy, and folklore

The program, spread over several evenings, features food stalls, a well-stocked bar dedicated to beer, and plenty of live music, including bands, DJ sets, and themed evenings. There are also folkloric events that make the festival unique: the traditional 'Passeggiata con l'Oco' (Goose Walk) and the fun Oco Racing (Goose Racing), the true stars of the event.

A community celebration

Organized with the support of the Pro Loco (local tourist board) and local organizations, the Castelvero festival often culminates in a fireworks display that beautifully concludes the festive days. Octobervest is therefore much more than a beer festival: it is an event of identity that brings together the community of Vestenanova and attracts visitors from all over the Veronese Lessinia.