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50th Anniversary of the 1976 Friuli Earthquake
Saturday, 17 October 2026 – Sunday, 18 October 2026 · 14:00 · Ascona · Fogolâr Furlan dal Tessin
Original title: 50° Anniversario del Terremoto nel Friuli 1976
Commemorative event in Ascona for the 50th anniversary of the 1976 Friuli earthquake, with talks, exhibitions, a film, a concert and a Mass.
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About the event
In Ascona, a commemorative event marks the 50th anniversary of the 1976 Friuli earthquake. It looks at the history, the traditions and the consequences of the quake.
The programme includes a presentation of Friuli, a region rich in history and traditions. There are talks on the geophysics of earthquakes and their effects on buildings, and exhibitions on the aid that came from Ticino for the reconstruction.
The film Orcolat is screened, and there is a concert by Vòs de Mont. On Sunday morning, a Holy Mass is held.
Programme
| – | Presentation of Friuli, a region rich in history and traditions |
|---|---|
| – | Talks on the geophysics of earthquakes and their effects on buildings |
| – | Exhibitions on the aid from Ticino for the reconstruction |
| – | Screening of the film Orcolat |
| – | Concert by Vòs de Mont |
| Sunday, 18 October 2026 | Holy Mass on Sunday morning |
Expected weather
Forecast for Saturday, 17 October 2026 in Ascona: cloudy, 21° by day and 16° at night, 0% chance of rain.
- Sat 17/1021° 16°0%
- Sun 18/1018° 15°83% · 6.9 mm
- Mon 19/1021° 16°63%
Forecast as of 2026-10-17 · Open-Meteo
About Ascona
Translated and summarised from the organiser’s listing (Italiano). Source: Ascona-Locarno Turismo (Ticino Turismo) · checked 2026-10-17. Details can change — confirm with the organiser before you travel.
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