St. Patrick's Day & Beer Festival
Edition 2026 Music Folk Gastronomy

St. Patrick's Day & Beer Festival

The Irish festival in the medieval village of Grazzano Visconti

Vigolzone — Piacenza (033) Since 2018
Dates 21 Mar โ€” 22 Mar 2026
Location Vigolzone (033)
Prices Free
Status Finished

About St. Patrick's & St. Patrick's Day

Every year, around March 17th, the enchanting neo-Gothic village of Grazzano Visconti (Vigolzone, in the province of Piacenza) dresses in green to celebrate St. Patrick's Day with its highly anticipated Beer Festival. A weekend of craft beer, street food, traditional Irish music, Celtic dances, and markets, with free entry and no reservation required: an unmissable event for the Val Nure.

St. Patrick's Day in the heart of Val Nure

In the heart of Val Nure, a few kilometers from Piacenza, the village of Grazzano Visconti, part of the Municipality of Vigolzone, is one of the most characteristic destinations in Emilia-Romagna: a neo-medieval style village commissioned in the early 20th century by the Visconti di Modrone family, with its half-timbered houses, artisan workshops, and wrought-iron signs. It is in this fairytale setting that every March, around St. Patrick's Day, the St. Patrick's Day & Beer Festival comes to life, organized by the Tipico Eventi association.

A weekend of beer, street food, and Irish culture

For two days, the village transforms into a lively meeting point dedicated to conviviality and Irish culture. The streets and squares fill with themed decorations, food and wine stalls, and stands for artisans and hobbyists, while street chefs offer their on-the-road dishes, both sweet and savory, to accompany the many craft beers on tap. There is also a large area with tables where you can sit and enjoy your pint at a leisurely pace.

Music, dancing, and fun for everyone

The program alternates moments for adults and activities for children: from workshops and Irish dance performances to live concerts by cover bands and Celtic folk music groups, as well as shows for children. It is a family-friendly event where brewing tradition blends with Irish folklore in a cheerful and informal atmosphere.

When and where

The festival is held in the historic village of Grazzano Visconti, in Vigolzone (PC), with free entry for everyone, no reservation needed. A perfect opportunity to discover one of the most charming villages in the Piacenza area while toasting with a good beer.

St. Patrick's & St. Patrick's Day โ€” edition 2026

The ninth edition of the St. Patrick's Day & Beer Festival was held on Saturday, March 21st, and Sunday, March 22nd, 2026, in the village of Grazzano Visconti (Vigolzone, PC), with hours from 11:00 AM to 11:30 PM on Saturday and from 11:00 AM to 10:30 PM on Sunday. Two days of craft beer, street food, Irish dancing, live concerts, and shows for children, with free entry.

The 9th edition of the St. Patrick's Day & Beer Festival enlivened the village of Grazzano Visconti on the weekend of March 21st and 22nd, 2026, organized by Tipico Eventi. Amidst themed decorations, food and wine stalls, artisan crafts, and plenty of craft beers, the village once again proved to be one of the most charming locations in the Piacenza area to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.

Programme St. Patrick's & St. Patrick's Day 2026

Saturday, March 21st

  • 11:00 AM โ€” Village opening, food and wine stalls, street food, and craft beer
  • 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM โ€” Irish dance performances and workshops by the GiraLaLuna Cultural Association
  • 8:30 PM โ€” Live music with DejaVu, a versatile cover band
  • until 11:30 PM โ€” Closing

Sunday, March 22nd

  • 11:00 AM โ€” Village opening, stalls, and street food
  • from 3:00 PM throughout the afternoon โ€” Show with the Magic Gnome dedicated to children
  • 4:00 PM โ€” Live music with the Irish Puffins and their repertoire of traditional Irish folk music
  • until 10:30 PM โ€” Closing

Highlights St. Patrick's & St. Patrick's Day 2026

The evening concert by DejaVu on Saturday, the Irish dances by the GiraLaLuna company, the traditional Irish folk music by the Irish Puffins, and the Magic Gnome show for children, all immersed in the atmosphere of the neo-medieval village of Grazzano Visconti.

Prices St. Patrick's & St. Patrick's Day 2026

Free entry every day, no reservation required. Beer and street food consumption payable at the stalls.

Practical information — St. Patrick's & St. Patrick's Day

Where

Village of Grazzano Visconti, hamlet of Vigolzone (PC), Emilia-Romagna. The village is located in Val Nure, about 15 km from Piacenza.

Admission

Free entry every day, no reservation required.

How to get there

By car from Piacenza, Grazzano Visconti can be reached in about 20-25 minutes along the Val Nure road. Ample parking near the village.

Contacts

Organization: Tipico Eventi โ€” email [email protected], phone Matteo +39 392 8582486.

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Where does it take place โ€” St. Patrick's & St. Patrick's Day

Borgo di Grazzano Visconti

Via del Borgo 1, 29020 Vigolzone

Contact St. Patrick's & St. Patrick's Day

Tel
+39 392 8582486

St. Patrick's & St. Patrick's Day in brief

Music Folk Gastronomy Beer Craft beer Food truck Folk traditions Folklore Family Children Outdoor Free Piacenza

History of St. Patrick's & St. Patrick's Day