July 11, 2026 11:00
Typical specialities and folk music enliven one of Moena's oldest neighbourhoods for two days of party
It is the oldest part of Moena and, for one evening, it comes alive once more as it did in days gone by. Its name evokes its rural roots: "Ciajeole" derives from "ciajea", the place where cheese was once made. Amidst old barns, flower-filled courtyards and houses that still whisper mountain tales, long tables are laid out in the open air, inviting you to savour the flavours of tradition. The stars of the show are the specialities of Val di Fassa and local produce, starting with the famous Puzzone di Moena, whilst folk music fills the day with cheer and good humour. A small, simple and authentic neighbourhood festival, where you can rediscover the pleasure of being together and the village's most genuine atmosphere.
For the occasion, the small church of the Madonnina is also opened, a Baroque jewel with an octagonal plan, built in 1713 and owned by the Sommavilla family. Inside, you can admire a fine wooden altar and an altarpiece by Giovanni Felicetti, an artist from Val di Fassa.
Saturday 11 July from 11 am: aperitif in the little square, kitchen opening from 12 noon, afternoon snack with homemade cakes and "fortaie" (delicious fried pastry in the characteristic shape of a snail enriched by cranberry jam), dinner and live music from 8 pm to 11.30 pm.
Sunday 12 July from 11 am: aperitif in the little square, kitchen opening from 12 noon, afternoon snack with homemade cakes and "fortaie", dinner and live music from 7 to 10.30 pm.
Organised by the "Grop de Ciajeole" volunteers. The district can be reached on foot from the village. On the two days of the festival, the road from the "Dante" fountain to the Madonnina church is closed to vehicular traffic. There is no parking in the vicinity.
