TrebbiAmo Romagnoli — Threshing Re-enactment
The traditional farmyard festival re-enacting the ancient threshing ritual in Villa Romagnoli
About TrebbiAmo Romagnoli
A farmyard festival in the heart of rural Abruzzo
TrebbiAmo Romagnoli is a historical re-enactment of the threshing season held in Villa Romagnoli, a village in the municipality of Mozzagrogna, in the province of Chieti, nestled in the heart of the Abruzzo countryside. Organized by the Pro Loco Romagnoli APS, the event revives the customs and traditions of peasant life, when wheat threshing was the most anticipated and demanding time of summer, as well as a moment of collective celebration and gathering for the entire community.
The threshing re-enactment
The heart of the event is the live demonstration of traditional threshing: a vintage threshing machine is brought back to life to show the public the entire process of separating grain from straw, just as it was done in the old days on the farmyard. Around the machine, scenes of rural life are recreated, complete with costumed performers and storytelling about popular traditions.
Vintage machinery and rural heritage
Alongside the threshing, the event features an exhibition of vintage agricultural machinery and historic tractors, a testament to the field work that shaped the history of Villa Romagnoli and the entire Sangro territory. The festival also attracts enthusiasts and collectors, with gatherings of vintage vehicles that add to the festive atmosphere.
Traditional music, songs, and dance
- The Costa dei Trabocchi Choir, performing Abruzzese folk songs
- The folk group Lu Sole Allavate
- The Cantautorando ensemble and other local musical groups
- Traditional dancing and entertainment on the farmyard until late evening
Peasant gastronomy
The culinary experience is a highlight: food stalls offer traditional Abruzzese peasant dishes, from wheat-based recipes to local products, to be enjoyed in an atmosphere of authentic village conviviality. Today, TrebbiAmo Romagnoli is one of the most cherished summer festivals in the region, successfully bridging the gap between the rural roots of Abruzzo and entertainment for all ages.
TrebbiAmo Romagnoli — edition 2026
TrebbiAmo Romagnoli 2026
The third edition of the threshing re-enactment organized by the Pro Loco Romagnoli was held on July 4 and 5, 2026, in Villa Romagnoli, a hamlet of Mozzagrogna (CH). The two days, with activities starting from 6:00 PM, featured live demonstrations of traditional threshing, exhibitions of vintage tractors and agricultural machinery, Abruzzese folk songs and dances, and food stalls with local specialties.
As in previous years, the farmyard festival combined the memory of rural labor with entertainment and conviviality, confirming its status as one of the most popular summer events in the Sangro area.
Programme TrebbiAmo Romagnoli 2026
Program
- Saturday, July 4 — from 6:00 PM: Opening of the event, live threshing demonstration with vintage machinery, historic agricultural equipment display, food stalls, traditional music and dance
- Sunday, July 5 — from 6:00 PM: Threshing re-enactment, entertainment, folk songs and musical performances, food stalls with traditional Abruzzese dishes
Highlights TrebbiAmo Romagnoli 2026
- Live demonstration of traditional threshing
- Exhibition of vintage agricultural machinery and tractors
- Traditional Abruzzese folk songs and dances
- Food stalls serving typical peasant dishes
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Practical information — TrebbiAmo Romagnoli
Location
Villa Romagnoli, a hamlet of Mozzagrogna (CH), Abruzzo. The village can be reached via the SS652 Fondo Valle Sangro and the SS16 Adriatica, near Lanciano and Fossacesia.
How to get there
By car: take the Val di Sangro exit on the A14 motorway, then follow signs for Mozzagrogna. Nearest train station: Fossacesia-Torino di Sangro on the Adriatic line. Nearest airport: Abruzzo Airport in Pescara.
Admission
The event is free to attend. Food stalls charge for consumption.
Contacts
Pro Loco Romagnoli APS — email [email protected] — Facebook page: Pro Loco Romagnoli.
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