Cod Festival 2026 in Santa Cecilia di Eboli: dates and times

In Santa Cecilia di Eboli , in the province of Salerno, the Cod Festival will take place until Sunday, October 4, 2026. The stalls in the village open in the evening, around 19:00 pm.

Admission is free : you only pay for what you order at the stalls. The fall edition began on September 18th and concludes with the last weekend of the holidays.

Dates and times

Busy evenings are concentrated on weekends , when the kitchen also stays open for Sunday lunch. From September 18th to October 4th, the stands serve dinner from 19:00 PM until late at night.

For those who want to compare other festivals during the period, the updated calendar of festivals in Campania is available. Today's events in Naples page covers the day in the city.

What are we eating

Cod is the absolute protagonist and comes to the table in four versions : fried , stewed , grilled and casseroled.

Alongside fish, there are meat dishes, fresh pasta, and traditional desserts. The portions are generous and the prices remain affordable.

Music and shows

Every evening features live music , dancing, and entertainment. The party stage hosts local bands and cover bands, with the busiest time being after dinner.

The festival is held in the area of ​​the village's sports center, a gathering point for the food stands.

How to Get There

Eboli can be reached from the A2 motorway, exiting at Eboli , or by train on lines that stop at the town station. From there, the hamlet of Santa Cecilia , in the Sele plain , is just a few minutes' drive away.

On weekend evenings , parking on the streets of the village fills up quickly: it's best to aim for the rest areas on the outskirts of town.

FAQ

When does the 2026 Cod Festival end?

Sunday, October 4, 2026 , with the last stand evening.

What time do the stands open?

Approximately from 7pm , with opening for lunch on Sundays.

How much does it cost to get in?

Nothing, admission is free . You only pay for drinks.

Where is the party being held?

In the hamlet of Santa Cecilia in Eboli , in the province of Salerno.

Cod in the Eboli tradition

The Cod Festival is one of the historic events of the Sele Plain . The preserved fish arrives on the table in many versions, following recipes passed down from family to family.

The four classic preparations are fried , stewed , grilled and casseroled , with side dishes of vegetables and fresh pasta.

Santa Cecilia and the territory

Santa Cecilia is a hamlet of Eboli , in the province of Salerno, nestled in a dense agricultural area of ​​greenhouses and olive groves. The hamlet's sports center becomes the gathering point for the stands.

Those who travel by public transport will find the guide to transport tickets useful , while to compare other festivals of the period there is the calendar of festivals in Campania.

Practical advice

Friday and Saturday evenings are the busiest. Those who arrive early, around 19:30 pm , will find free tables and short lines.

Parking on the streets of the village fills up quickly: it's best to head for the rest areas on the edge of town and continue on foot.

Music and shows

Every evening, the stage hosts live music and dancing, featuring local bands and cover bands. The busiest time comes after dinner, when the party moves to the front of the stage.

For those staying in the area, there are also coastal destinations: Paestum and the Agropoli coast are just a few minutes' drive away.

The holiday weekend

The last weekend is the busiest: on Saturday, October 3rd and Sunday, October 4th, the kitchens are working at full capacity, also opening for lunch on the final day.

On Sunday afternoon, the festival becomes a family destination, with dishes to share and space for children. In the evening, the atmosphere of large tables returns, with music accompanying the dinner.

For those arriving from Salerno or Naples the most direct route remains the A2 with the Eboli exit , then a few minutes towards the hamlet along the roads of the Piana del Sele.

Practical info

• Date: 18 from September to October 4 2026
• Working time: evening from 7pm, lunch on Sundays
• Place: Santa Cecilia hamlet, Eboli (SA)
• Price: free entry, drinks are subject to charges