The Ladin Carnival in Laste

The traditional Mascorada of the village of Laste di Rocca Pietore is the typical Ladino carnival that has been handed down from generation to generation and is staged every year by local young people.

The most representative figures of the carnival are definitely the Matacinch and the Lachè, dressed entirely in colorful handkerchiefs. The Matacinch wears a distinctive and precious headdress decorated with colorful ribbons, feathers and jewelry. Accompanying them are other key roles such as the capomascora, a distinguished gentleman dressed very elegantly, and the mascore de legn, characters wearing handmade wooden masks representing various characters, both beautiful and ugly.

The parade is often accompanied by the sound of the accordion mixed with the sound of cowbells carried by the Matacinch.

Event Program:

3 p.m. - Gathering open to all, traditional and non-traditional masks, in the Moè village

4 p.m. - The traditional and meaningful “Saut del Matacinch” ritual will take place in the Dagai square.

5 p.m. - Drink, food and dance music in the Sala dei Pompieri (in Dagai). Followed by... a funny dancing evening!