Wheat Festival
Ancient grains, flours, and agricultural heritage in the heart of the Sabina region
Edition 2026 not confirmed to date
This edition has not been confirmed by the organiser to date. We recommend checking before going.
About Wheat Festival
The Wheat Festival in Collevecchio
In the small village of Collevecchio, in the province of Rieti, the Wheat Festival has become a highly anticipated summer tradition. The initiative, promoted by the Municipality of Collevecchio in collaboration with local associations, was created to rediscover and promote the culture of wheat and cereals—a core element of this part of Lazio, which has been dedicated to agriculture for centuries.
Ancient grains, flours, and farming memories
The heart of the event is a reflection on the historical, cultural, and nutritional importance of cereals. Through conferences, personal accounts, and meetings with experts, the festival tells the story of ancient and modern grains, flours, and the agricultural techniques that have shaped the communities of the Sabina region. It is a journey that blends science, tradition, and identity, restoring dignity to farm work and the local rural heritage.
A cultural and community event
The Wheat Festival is not just a moment for study; it is also a meeting point for the Collevecchio community. Citizens, farmers, scholars, and enthusiasts gather to share knowledge, experiences, and conviviality in an atmosphere that combines the seriousness of academic discussion with the warm hospitality of small Lazio villages. Over the years, the event has hosted speakers from the academic, associative, and institutional worlds, alongside moments dedicated to wheat-based gastronomy.
A connection to the land
The festival is part of a broader movement to rediscover Italian agri-food traditions and has enjoyed the support of organizations such as ASL Rieti and the CEREALIA Festival, the national event dedicated to cereals and their history. Collevecchio, a village in the lower Sabina overlooking the Tiber Valley, offers visitors not only a cultural event but also the opportunity to discover a territory rich in history, landscapes, and authentic flavors.
Why attend
- Conferences and meetings with scholars and experts on ancient grains and flours
- Promotion of agricultural memory and the farming traditions of the Sabina region
- An opportunity to discover the village of Collevecchio and the Rieti territory
- A free event open to the entire public
Wheat Festival — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Wheat Festival in Collevecchio has not yet been officially announced. Based on previous editions, the event is usually held in August, featuring conferences and meetings dedicated to cereal culture. To find out the final dates, times, and program, it is recommended to follow the official channels of the Municipality of Collevecchio.
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How to get there
Collevecchio is located in the province of Rieti, in the lower Sabina area. By car, it can be reached via the A1 motorway (Ponzano Romano-Soratte exit) or via the Via Salaria, then following signs for Collevecchio. The nearest train station is Poggio Mirteto, on the Rome-Orte line.
Admission and information
Events take place at the Sala Fons Rademarkers, located within Parco Matteotti. Admission is generally free and open to all. For updated dates, times, and programs, it is recommended to check the official channels of the Municipality of Collevecchio.
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Sala Fons Rademarkers - Parco Matteotti