San Pietro in Campo Pork Festival

A late-summer tradition in Barga

Once Ferragosto has passed, San Pietro in Campo—a village in the municipality of Barga, in the Province of Lucca, in the heart of the Media Valle del Serchio—prepares to host its most cherished event: the Pork Festival. It is one of those village feasts that captures the most authentic identity of inland Tuscany, where good food and togetherness matter above all else.

The origins: from 1977 to today

The festival began in the summer of 1977, when a few friends from the local club organized a convivial dinner with a menu based entirely on pork products. Since that first gathering, the event has grown year after year, becoming a fixed appointment in late August and one of the longest-running festivals in the valley, organized with passion by the San Pietro in Campo Village Committee.

The heart of the festival: the kitchen

The undisputed star is local pork, cooked according to local tradition. Among the dishes that bring the food stands to life, you will find:

• Grilled Rosticciana (spare ribs)
• Fegatelli (liver skewers), one of the most sought-after specialties
• Sausages and bratwurst
• Steaks and pork shank
• Traditional side dishes and desserts

Everything is served at the San Pietro in Campo multi-purpose field, in the shade of the parish church, in a genuine and family-friendly atmosphere.

Music and atmosphere

The Pork Festival is not just about gastronomy: every evening concludes with open-air dancing accompanied by an orchestra, a true draw for ballroom dance enthusiasts and those looking for a carefree celebration. During the weekdays between the two weekends, the program is enriched with themed events, from the Country Fest with live music to special evenings designed for younger guests.

Why it's worth visiting

At a time when Tuscany is still full of life, the Pork Festival offers an authentic experience far from mass tourism circuits: a way to discover the conviviality of the Media Valle del Serchio, taste local dishes at affordable prices, and breathe in the atmosphere of a true village festival between Barga and the Garfagnana.