San Rocco Festival

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 patronal feast 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 around the feast day of August 16th for days of music, gastronomy, and conviviality.

Evenings under the marquee

The heart of the festival is the large covered marquee, where a varied entertainment program unfolds every evening: concerts, comedy shows, folk music, and revival nights. Between accordions, bands like Studio Folk and Folketitrai, and moments of animation, the festival enlivens 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 taste 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 that comes together

Between the lottery, the karaoke night, and dancing under the marquee, 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.