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Autunno in Barbagia

September–December 2026

2026

September–December 2026

2027

Dates confirmed later — moveable feast

Where

Sardinia — Costa Smeralda

What it is

Autunno in Barbagia explained

Inland villages open their courtyards in rotation each weekend — pane carasau, culurgiones, Cannonau and mask-makers' workshops in Mamoiada and Ottana.

Dates can shift by a day or two when a local council moves the programme to a weekend, so confirm with the town hall before booking non-refundable travel. Accommodation in Sardinia — Costa Smeralda tends to sell out weeks ahead of the festival and prices rise sharply on the main night.

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What is Autunno in Barbagia?

Inland villages open their courtyards in rotation each weekend — pane carasau, culurgiones, Cannonau and mask-makers' workshops in Mamoiada and Ottana. It's a food & wine event held in Sardinia — Costa Smeralda.

When is Autunno in Barbagia in 2026?

Autunno in Barbagia runs September–December 2026 in Sardinia — Costa Smeralda. Councils can move the exact days by a day or two to land on a weekend, so confirm with the town hall before booking non-refundable travel.

Is Autunno in Barbagia free to attend?

Yes — like the great majority of Spanish town festivals, Autunno in Barbagia is free and open-air; you only pay for food, drink and any seating the town sells for a parade or firework display.

Where should I stay for Autunno in Barbagia?

Book a room in Sardinia — Costa Smeralda itself as early as you can: accommodation for this kind of festival sells out weeks ahead and prices climb sharply for the main night. A base in Sardinia — Costa Smeralda also means you're not relying on late transport home once the celebrations run past midnight.

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