Wild Boar and Craft Beer Festival

A Festival in the Heart of the Fermo Hills

The Wild Boar and Craft Beer Festival is one of the most beloved summer events in Ponzano di Fermo, a small municipality in the province of Fermo, in the Marche region. Situated on a hill between the Tenna and Ete valleys, the village opens its historic center for a few days of celebration entirely dedicated to one of the most iconic dishes of local peasant tradition: wild boar.

The festival is organized by the Pro Loco Tre Colli, the association that has enlivened the cultural and social life of the town for years, and is part of the calendar of major summer festivals in the Fermo area. It's an event that attracts visitors from all over the province, drawn by genuine cuisine, affordable prices, and a family atmosphere that has become its trademark.

Wild Boar, the Star of the Table

The heart of the event is the food stalls, where wild boar meat is prepared according to family recipes passed down through generations. The signature dishes of the festival are:

• Tagliatelle with wild boar ragù, with handmade pasta;
• Polenta topped with the same flavorful ragù;
• Wild boar stew (in salmì), flavored with local herbs, spices, and vegetables.

For those who don't prefer game meat, there are alternative menus with other Marche cuisine specialties. Everything is accompanied by local wine and a selection of fresh craft beers, which give the festival its name and complete the gastronomic experience.

Music, Folklore, and Village Atmosphere

In addition to great food, the festival offers evenings enlivened by live music groups and entertainment that transform the historic center into a large festive space. In some editions, Sunday evenings concluded with a fireworks display launched from the castle tower, a picturesque viewpoint in the village. It is this combination of gastronomy, music, and popular tradition that makes the event a classic of the Fermo summer.

A Summer Event Not to Be Missed

The Wild Boar and Craft Beer Festival is usually held at the beginning of August, and in 2026, it is also linked to the Beer Run, a non-competitive fun run organized by the Pro Loco Tre Colli: participants can then stop for dinner at the festival's food stalls. For travelers looking to discover authentic Marche, far from the most crowded destinations, this is a perfect way to experience the village of Ponzano di Fermo and the flavors of its tradition.