Saint Justina Festival and Transhumance in Enego
The patronal feast of Enego between folklore, taste, and transhumance
About Saint Justina Festival
The Patronal Feast of the Plateau
Enego, the easternmost of the Seven Municipalities of the Asiago Plateau, annually celebrates its patron saint Saint Justina with one of the most heartfelt festivals in the Vicenza area. The event, held between late September and early October, intertwines religious, popular, and rural dimensions in a weekend of great participation.
Transhumance, the Heart of the Festival
The most exciting moment is the transhumance: the return of the herds from the high-altitude pastures, particularly from Malga Valmaron and the Marcesina plateau, towards the village. The cows, adorned for the occasion, descend to the center of Enego accompanied by the Drum and Flag Group, in a scene deeply rooted in the alpine culture of the Plateau.
Traditions and Taste
The program includes the evocative Woodcutters Competition, with wood-cutting and processing tests, the Briscola Tournament with the Memorial dedicated to Mauro Bussolaro, and the opening of the Scaliger Tower with guided tours organized by the Dalla Brenta all'Ortigara association. The food stand offers local specialties, including cod and pork knuckle, while live music accompanies the evenings.
A Heritage to Experience
The Saint Justina Festival is organized with the involvement of the Municipality of Enego and the Pro Loco, and it represents a unique opportunity to discover the traditions of the Seven Municipalities, alpine folklore, and the flavors of the Venetian mountains.
Saint Justina Festival — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Saint Justina Festival and Transhumance takes place in Enego between late September and early October, on the occasion of the patronal feast. The program follows tradition: transhumance from the mountain pastures, woodcutting competitions, tournaments, visits to the Scaliger Tower, and a food stand with local specialties. The official dates will be communicated by the organizers closer to the event.
Programme Saint Justina Festival 2026
Saturday
- Opening of the festival with entertainment and activities at the sports field
- "Woodcutters Competition" with cutting and wood processing tests
- Briscola Tournament — Mauro Bussolaro Memorial, at the Palatenda
- Opening of the Scaliger Tower with guided tours (Dalla Brenta all'Ortigara Association)
- Opening of the food stand — specialty: cod
- Awards ceremony and live music in the evening
Sunday
- "Market in the Square"
- Transhumance: departure from Malga Valmaron, Stazio locality
- Arrival of the transhumance in Enego, accompanied by the Drum and Flag Group
- Food stand with typical dishes (cod, pork knuckle)
Indicative program based on recent editions; definitive times and dates on the official festival page.
Highlights Saint Justina Festival 2026
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Practical information — Saint Justina Festival
How to get there
Enego can be reached by car from the Valsugana valley (Primolano exit) or from the Asiago Plateau. Parking is available near the center.
Admission
Free admission. Food stand with pay-as-you-go consumption.
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Where does it take place — Saint Justina Festival
Centro storico di Enego
Piazza San Marco, 36052 Enego