On Sunday, August 30, 2026, the Festa dell’Incontro (Festival of Meeting) will be held in Barza di Ispra.
Casa Don Guanella, in collaboration with the Associazione Orticola Varesina (Varese Horticultural Association), is organizing the second edition of the Festa dell’Incontro, opening its doors to the local community.
The festival will take place in the estate’s historic park—an enchanting green area that will come alive for the day with market stalls, workshops, and guided tours.
It promises to be a day of connection and celebration, filled with arts and flavors!
Check out the full program below (you can also download it from the Gallery):
- In the Historic Park
10:00 AM: Holy Mass
Along the Park Paths
Farmers’ market featuring local products
Apple exhibition (mostra pomologica) with sales of various apple varieties
Local volunteer organization booths
Scheduled Events
11:15 AM & 3:00 PM: Guided tour of the historic park
11:15 AM & 3:00 PM: Wild edible plants identification workshop
12:00 PM & 4:00 PM: Open Day of the Guanellian Community (in the Mongini Hall)
Throughout the Day
Children’s workshop (by Ass. Madonna Regina): From Seed to Plant
Workshop: “Walking Through the Rainbow of Notes” – Inventing and playing instruments made from wood and recycled materials
Traditional crafts exhibition (e.g., basket making, scythe sharpening)
Demonstration: How Wool Was Processed: From Sheep to Scarf
Demonstration: How Bread Was Made: From Wheat Stalk to Bread
Food & Drink Stations
“Cascina dei Fratelli”
Pizza slices
Craft beer
Lemon sorbet
“Laghetto delle Robinie”
Grilled sausage rolls (panini con salamella)
Water and soft drinks
At 4:30 PM, the award ceremony for the ORTOBELLO 2026 competition will take place, honoring the finest home gardens.
This event is organized under the patronage of the Municipality of Ispra and with the support of Legambiente.
We look forward to seeing you at Piazza Don Guanella 43, Barza di Ispra (VA).
For More Information:
segreteriaorticola@gmail.com / +39 351 3888647
barza.reception@guanelliani.it / +39 0332 783111
