Valcasoni Festival - Jesus the Good Shepherd Celebrations
The great spring festival of the hamlet of Valcasoni in Eraclea
About Valcasoni Festival
Three Weekends of Celebration in Valcasoni
The Valcasoni Festival, officially the Jesus the Good Shepherd Celebrations, is one of the most deeply rooted events in the hamlet of Valcasoni, in the Municipality of Eraclea (province of Venice). It takes place over three consecutive weekends between late March and April, attracting families and food lovers from all over the Venetian coast.
Traditional Cuisine
The festival is famous for its genuine cuisine: gnocchi and tagliatelle with duck ragu, grilled meats, steaks, sausages, polenta, mushrooms, and dishes like tripe. A distinguishing detail is the care in service, with dishes served on ceramic plates and metal cutlery, a sign of attention to quality. The second weekend hosts a dedicated Fish Festival, while the third features a spit-roast evening by reservation.
Music and Community
Each weekend has its soundtrack: live concerts and bands on the first weekend, DJs and an acoustic trio on the second, and 70s-90s vintage music on the third. Behind the festival is a community of volunteers and donors who proudly call themselves 'Sagronauti' (Festival Sailors), testifying to the participatory spirit that animates Valcasoni.
Valcasoni Festival — edition 2026
In 2026, the Jesus the Good Shepherd Celebrations in Valcasoni will be held over three consecutive weekends, from March 27 to April 19. The cuisine features gnocchi and tagliatelle with duck ragu, grilled meats, steaks, sausages, polenta, mushrooms, cheeses, and tripe, served on ceramic with metal cutlery. The second weekend is dedicated to the Fish Festival, and the third to a spit-roast evening by reservation. Each weekend offers its own musical entertainment. The organization is managed by local committees and the Pro Loco, with the 'Sagronauti' volunteer community.
Programme Valcasoni Festival 2026
Three Weekends — Valcasoni di Eraclea
- March 27-29 — Opening: traditional cuisine; live concerts with Effetto 3 and Mi&Ti
- April 10-12 — Fish Festival; evenings with DJ and acoustic trio
- April 17-19 — Spit-roast evening by reservation; 70s-90s vintage music
Menu: gnocchi and tagliatelle with duck ragu, grilled meats, steaks, sausages, polenta, mushrooms, cheeses, and tripe, served on ceramic.
Highlights Valcasoni Festival 2026
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Practical information — Valcasoni Festival
When and Where
Valcasoni, a hamlet of Eraclea (VE), for three weekends between late March and April.
How to Get There
Eraclea is located on the eastern Venetian coast. By car: from the A4 motorway, exit at San Donà di Piave-Noventa, then follow signs for Eraclea and Valcasoni.
Reservations
The spit-roast evening on the third weekend is by reservation.
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Where does it take place — Valcasoni Festival
Valcasoni di Eraclea
Valcasoni, 30020 Eraclea