Easter weekend in Sardinia: the Pasquetta Sound Festival enlivens Arzachena
Traditional sweets and crafts in the historic center. Coez, Aka7even and Shari in concert on the seafront stage
Spring in Arzachena lights up with music and tradition with the first edition of the Pasquetta Sound Festival, scheduled for April 19-21. Three days of events spread between the historic heart of the Gallurese town and the coastline of Cannigione, designed to involve tourists and residents in an Easter weekend full of events.
The festival, strongly desired by the municipal administration with the support of the Region of Sardinia, aims to become a reference for the start of the spring tourist season. “We have built a program that enhances our cultural heritage and craftsmanship excellence, putting them side by side with big names in Italian music to attract especially young audiences,” explains Nicoletta Orecchioni, delegate for Sports and Entertainment.
The weekend opens on Saturday, April 19, with a full immersion in the authentic flavors of Arzachen Easter. In Risorgimento Square, the Santa Maria Folk Group will demonstrate the preparation of typical dishes such as formaggelle and sweet ravioli, according to recipes handed down from generation to generation. Also on stage will be the skill of pancake maker Paolo Sanna, who will prepare traditional long pancakes.
Along with gastronomy, space will be given to Sardinian handicrafts: baskets, ceramics, natural ointments and typical products will be on display Saturday and Sunday mornings, also in Risorgimento Square, with live music by the Dilliriana Duo providing the soundtrack.
The highlight of the festival comes on Monday, April 21, on Cannigione's waterfront. Cannigione's Riva Azzurra Park, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., will be transformed into a family-friendly Easter Garden in the morning: pony encounters, creative workshops and the presence of the giant Easter Bunny will enliven the play area curated by Magic Party.
From 4:30 p.m., on the other hand, the curtain will be lifted on the large seafront stage for the most anticipated free concert of the season: Coez, on his only national date, will headline along with Aka7even and Shari, promising an all-singing Easter Monday finale. Adding to the atmosphere will be food stands from local associations and a breathtaking sunset over the bay.
In addition to music and fun, the festival is also an invitation to discover Arzachena's historical, archaeological and natural heritage. For real-time updates on the program: Facebook page Municipal Administration of Arzachena.
