Festa dei cornuti

In Granozzo con Monticello, one of the most ironic and popular festivals of the Novara area takes place: the Festa dei Cornuti, an event that combines joking, conviviality and village tradition. The atmosphere comes alive already from the first hours of the evening, when the village is filled with music, laughter and tables laden with local specialties. The guests, including many long-time residents of the village, gladly take part in the collective game by wearing scenic horns, the symbol of the festival and an excuse to tease one another and laugh together. Food is the star: hot dishes, grills, local cured meats, homemade sweets and generous wine accompany the evenings, creating a simple and festive mood. Alongside the food, there is live music, folk dancing, entertainment, lotteries and moments that recall local folklore. The Pro Loco handles the organization of the event by involving volunteers and associations, turning the festival into an opportunity for social life that fills the village with voices and movement. Taking part means immersing oneself in a light-hearted and playful ritual, in which the community comes together, recognizes itself and renews a tradition that is part of its identity.