Events and tours
The Consorzio Grado Turismo will promote and support the events organised on the island but is not responsible for their organisation or for any changes to the programme that may occur without prior notice. In order to keep up to date with the latest news or any changes in the programme, we strongly recommend consulting the official websites of the organisers or of the local institutions involved.
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Guided tours and excursions
Discover Grado on your own with audio guides
27 April 2024
Thanks to the new audioguide service available free of charge from the homepage of this website, discover the 20 main attractions on the Island of the Sun, grouped into three itineraries.
HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL ITINERARY
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Porto Mandracchio
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Castrum
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Basilica Santa Maria delle Grazie
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Basilica di Santa Eufemia, battistero e lapidarium
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Piazza Biagio Marin and Basilica della Corte
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A sophisticated walk: the Art Nouveau Villas
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Parco delle Rose
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Congress centre
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Barbana
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Costa Azzurra beach
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Promenade Nazario Sauro
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G.I.T. beach and acquatic park
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TMarine Thermal Baths
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Sacca beach and Grado Pineta
SPORTS, NATURE, FOOD&WINE ITINERARY
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Fishermen’s Cooperative
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Covered Market
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Grado and its Bike Paths
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The Lagoon and its Treasures: fish, plants and Santonego
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Valle Cavanata Nature Reserve
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Fossalon and White Asparagus
Guided tours and excursions
Excursions in the lagoon and to Barbana
27 April 2024
To discover the Lagoon you can take a motorboat trip to Porto Buso or go to the Sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin Mary on the island of Barbana with the Motoscafisti Gradesi regular service. You can spend a pleasant day in the company of friends renting a boat and enjoying the beautiful waters and wild nature of the Banco d'Orio, or you can be accompanied by Taxi Boat or NCC between the casoni and mote...
MIRKO BOAT - NCC
Boat with driver dedicated to small groups of people for half or full day transfers and rentals; departure from RIVA S. SLATAPER - GRADO (in front of the Hotel Savoy), tel +39 345 4686207, info@mirkotaxiboat-grado.com, www.mirkotaxiboat-grado.com
- THE ISLAND OF BARBANA: travel time 30 min (return + stop);
- TOUR OF THE LAGOON: duration 60 min non-stop;
- ANFORA ISLAND/PORTOBUSO: travel time 50 min + 2 hours stop for lunch (not included);
- MARANO OR LIGNANO: travel time 1.30 min (return + stop).
Excursions in the Grado lagoon for individuals or small groups; 2 taxis are available for a maximum of 18 passengers per boat. Departure from Porto Mandracchio, Riva San Vito, 5 (opposite Al Porto bar). Tel +39 339 2961866 (Mariel), taxiboatgrado@gmail.com, www.taxiboat-grado.com
- LAGOON AND PORTOBUSO/ANFORA ISLAND "Trattoria ai Ciodi", with stopover
- ISLANDS&CASONI non stop
- LAGOON AND BARBANA ISLAND with stopover, duration 2 hours
ATTIVITÀ PER FAMIGLIE, ENOGASTRONOMIA
Weekly market
1 January 2024
Position: Viale Italia - Città Giardino
Every Saturday of the year, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. weekly market with stalls selling leather goods, clothing, footwear, flowers and plants, hobbies and sports, toys, costume jewellery, and gastronomic stalls selling typical regional products.
ENOGASTRONOMIA, ATTIVITÀ PER FAMIGLIE
36 °Asparagus Festival in Fossalon
24 April 2024
Position: Fossalon di Grado, Piazza Rialto
36th FESTIVAL OF THE ASPARAGUS: 24 - 25 - 27 - 28 - 30 April, 01 - 04 - 05 May 2024
In April and May, the much-appreciated Fossalon White Asparagus Festival returns with food and wine specialities (also for take-away), the sale of 0-km products, shows and live entertainment, Luna Park for the little ones, mothers'cakes and much more! Every day a special dish will be added to the menu.
The event will take place indoors and will also be held in the event of rain.
- 24 APRIL dinner only; extra dish of the day asparagus omelette and bacon from Sauris.
21.00 musical entertainment with Pinkarmada (Live show).
- 25 APRIL (Feast of St. Mark, patron saint of Fossalon) lunch and dinner; extra dish of the day breaded asparagus
12.00 Performance by the Grado Civic Band and inauguration;
14.00 three hours of entertainment with the Superheroes
20.00 Souvenir orchestra (ballroom dancing).
- 27 APRIL dinner only; extra dish of the day gnocchi with asparagus and squid
18.00 Beer festival;
20.00 country dance evening with Elvis and Moses.
- 28 APRIL lunch and dinner; extra dish of the day asparagus and Sauris ham
10 a.m. Campagna Amica agri-market - "Km 0" sales;
12.00 Lollo's Karaoke;
14.00 Animation and games for children;
21.00 Fantasy Orchestra (live-smoking).
- 30 APRIL Dinner only; Extra dish of the day asparagus and San Daniele ham
16.00 Cake competition (registration by 12 noon);
18.00 Gin of Friuli Venezia Giulia - mixology exhibition.
20.00 Vasco Tribute Band (Live).
- 01 MAY lunch and dinner; extra dish of the day breaded asparagus.
12.00 baby dance;
14.00 animation with the Cartoons;
18.00 The Fairy Tale Lady;
20.00 musical entertainment by Exes Deluxe coverband (live show)
- 04 MAY dinner only; extra dish of the day asparagus and cheese "la Bonifica" from Fossalon
SPORTS FESTIVAL - FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT FOR CHILDREN
17.00 Briscola tournament (registration by 01 May)
21.00 Trio Wanted live
- 05 MAY lunch and dinner; extra dish of the day breaded asparagus
COLDIRETTI PRESENTS: REGIONAL ASPARAGUS EXHIBITION
SPORTS FESTIVAL - FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT
12.00 bubbles and balloons
14.00 exhibition prize-giving and tasting;
19.00 Domace - comedy show with Furian, Maxino & Elisa.
MOSTRE E CONVEGNI, ATTIVITÀ PER FAMIGLIE
Fishing and Lagoon Civilisation Museum
29 March 2024
Position: Via Orseolo, 22, Grado
The Museum of Fishing and Lagoon Civilisation was established to protect and preserve the history and culture of the "Casonera" civilisation, a community that lived permanently in the casoni (fishermen's huts) of the Grado Lagoon until after World War II, developing its own customs and traditions over the centuries, which remained unchanged until the early 20th century.
Opening hours:
- Monday to Friday from 9.30 am to 1.00 pm.
- Saturday, Sunday and public holidays (1st, 25th and 26th April, 1st May) from 09.30 to 1.00 pm and from 5.00 pm to 8.00 pm.
- From Monday 8 to Thursday 11 April from 5.00 pm to 8.00 pm (special opening)
Every Sunday from 31 March to 9 June 2024 at 10.30 am, free Illustrations (minimum 5 participants) will be organised, lasting approximately one hour, to discover the museum. Extra Illustrations will also be held on the following days:
- 1 April 2024 beginning at 10.30 am and 5.00 pm
- 8, 9, 10, 11, 25 and 26 April 2024 beginning at 5.00 pm
- 1 and 18 May 2024 beginning at 5.00 pm
Reservations for visits with illustrations are compulsory from 29 March 2024 by calling: +39 338 9912068 (also Whatsapp)
Admission to the museum is free of charge.
ENOGASTRONOMIA, ATTIVITÀ PER FAMIGLIE
Grado Beer Festival - national exhibition of craft breweries
26 April 2024
Position: Parco delle Rose, Grado
Three days with Beer, Food, Live Music and Kid Area with inflatables.
Friday from 6:00pm to 24:00.
Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 to 12:00midnight.
FREE ADMISSION
- Beer Village at the Parco delle Rose in Grado
The "Grado Beer Festival®" is absolutely unique in its kind and its aim is to promote and let people discover the best Italian craft beers. It will be a high-profile exhibition with selected artisan producers of proven ability in the production of quality beer paying attention to the smallest details that can make the difference. An unmissable occasion, therefore, for all lovers of "flavours of excellence in limited production"; flavours, fragrances and colours that are difficult to find in traditional industrial beer production. In the 'Beer Village', various gastronomic products and typical dishes of excellence will accompany the beer itself. During the event, 'tasting courses' will also be held with leading Italian experts, in order to introduce the best 'pairings' for each individual product. Several producers of equipment for the artisanal production of beer will also be present. Musical shows, concerts and various interesting performances will be organised during the event. For this purpose, a stage complete with a roof will be set up within the area hosting the event.
- Children's Village
On the occasion of the event, Full Agency Srl will set up a playground with inflatable structures and various animations inside which the little ones will be able to enjoy a space dedicated to them that is engaging, protected and safe. There will be slides, courses, jumps. Entrance to the playground will be free of charge.
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Concerts:
- Friday 26 April at 21.30; EVOLUTION 80.- Saturday 27 April at 21.30; TOYS Tribute to Queen.
- Sunday 28 April at 21.30 ITALIAN WOMEN TRIBUTE
Event organised by FullAgency in collaboration with the Municipality of Grado.
ATTIVITÀ PER FAMIGLIE, ARTE E TEATRO
entry-level mosaic course
25 April 2024
Position: Calle Zanini 7, Grado
Would you like to learn about the intriguing world of mosaics?
This ancient technique can become a tool for exploring your inner world.
Programme:
Thursday 25 April
9.00am - Introduction of all participants, course presentation and details with theoretical introduction;
12.30pm - Buffet lunch break on site;
2.00pm - Beginning of the practical part, explanation of the work, distribution of materials, work setting;
5.00pm - End of workshop.
Friday 26 April
9.00am - Explanation of cutting and materials, start of practical mosaic part;
12.30pm - Buffet lunch break on site;
2.00pm - Practice;
5.00pm - End of workshop.
Saturday 27 April
9.00am - Review of work;
12.30pm - Buffet lunch break on site;
2.00pm - Practice, modifications and finishing;
5.00pm - End of workshop.
Sunday 28 April
09.00am - Review of work;
12.30pm - Buffet lunch break on site;
2.00pm - Modifications and finishing touches;
5.00pm - End of workshop, cleaning and tidying up.
Next scheduled courses: 1, 2, 3, 4 May; 22, 23, 24, 25 August; 31 October and 1, 2, 3 November; 27, 28, 29, 30 December.
Reservations required.
Information:
Michela Marcon
m3michela@gmail.com
Tel.339.2290104
Organised by:
Municipality of Grado
Michela Marcon
ATTIVITÀ PER FAMIGLIE, ENOGASTRONOMIA
What to do in Grado for the 25 April long weekend, rain or shine
25 April 2024
Position: Vari luoghi di Grado
Whether the sun is shining or the rain decides to keep us company, we have plenty of exciting activities for you! From cultural visits to bike rides and unmissable food and wine events, find out everything there is to do in Grado these days (25 th April Italy's national holiday), whatever the weather! Find out more HERE.