Un Castello di Birra
Craft beers, street food, and live music in the medieval village of Sant'Omero
About Un Castello di Birra
Un Castello di Birra, the craft beer festival of Sant'Omero
Un Castello di Birra is a festival dedicated to craft beer, street food, and live music that brings the historic center of Sant'Omero to life every June. Located in the heart of Abruzzo, in the Val Vibrata area of Teramo province, the village streets fill with beer taps and long tables for six consecutive nights, turning the medieval alleys and squares into a vibrant beer village.
A medieval village turned beer hub
The event's charm lies in its unique setting: tastings take place throughout the alleys, squares, and ancient fondaci (historic storage cellars) of Sant'Omero's old town, with local buildings and cellars opened specifically for the occasion. Visitors stroll through the illuminated streets, beer in hand, moving from stand to stand in a convivial atmosphere that has made this a staple event for enthusiasts across the Val Vibrata and neighboring provinces.
Craft beers, street food, and Abruzzese cuisine
The heart of the festival is the selection of Italian craft breweries serving their creations directly to visitors. While the first edition featured 26 beers from 11 breweries, the event has grown to offer over 40 labels from nearly 20 Italian and international producers. The tastings are paired with a rich gastronomic selection, including wood-fired pizza, arrosticini, gourmet meat sandwiches, and regional and national street food specialties.
Live music every night
Each evening is animated by live music from various genres and DJ sets, providing entertainment that continues late into the night. The combination of beer, food, and music makes Un Castello di Birra a family-friendly event, with spaces and activities designed for all ages.
An event by the Pro Loco Sant'Omero
The festival is organized by the Pro Loco Sant'Omero APS, with the patronage of the Municipality of Sant'Omero. Launched in 2016 as a fresh addition to the local scene, it has quickly established itself as one of the most anticipated events of the summer in the Teramo area and the entire Abruzzo region, successfully showcasing the village's historic center and attracting visitors from across the Val Vibrata.
Un Castello di Birra — edition 2026
From June 16 to 21, 2026, the historic center of Sant'Omero hosted a new edition of Un Castello di Birra. For six evenings, the village transformed into a craft beer village, with Italian breweries, street food, and Abruzzese cuisine distributed among the alleys, squares, and ancient cellars.
As per the festival's tradition, every evening featured alternating live music and DJ sets with bands of various genres, in a convivial and family-friendly atmosphere. The event was organized by the Pro Loco Sant'Omero APS with the patronage of the Municipality.
Programme Un Castello di Birra 2026
Six evenings (June 16-21, 2026) of craft beers served by producers, street food with wood-fired pizza, arrosticini, and regional specialties, live music, and DJ sets in the historic center of Sant'Omero. The detailed list of breweries and the musical line-up were announced on the official Pro Loco Sant'Omero channels.
Highlights Un Castello di Birra 2026
- Italian craft breweries with direct pouring by producers
- Wood-fired pizza, arrosticini, and Abruzzese street food
- Live music and DJ sets every evening
- Tastings among the alleys and cellars of the medieval village
Prices Un Castello di Birra 2026
Practical information — Un Castello di Birra
Getting there
Sant'Omero is located in the province of Teramo, in the Val Vibrata area. By car, it can be reached via the A14 motorway (take the Val Vibrata or Teramo-Giulianova exits) and continuing inland. The nearest train stations are in Giulianova or Alba Adriatica-Nereto, on the Adriatic line, with onward connections by bus or car.
Admission and hours
The event takes place in the historic center of Sant'Omero during the festival evenings. Admission to the festival area is free; you pay for beer and food at the individual stands. For updated schedules and programs, please check the official Pro Loco Sant'Omero channels.
Tips
The village is best explored on foot: we recommend wearing comfortable shoes to navigate the alleys. On summer evenings, a light sweater may be useful.
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Where does it take place — Un Castello di Birra
Centro storico di Sant'Omero