Cusano Mutri Mushroom Festival 2025: Dates, Program, and News
La Mushroom Festival of Cusano Mutri come back from September 19 to October 12, 2025 with its 45th edition. An event that every year draws thousands of visitors to the Sannio village, one of the most picturesque in the Matese National Park. The event combines traditional food, crafts, and music, offering an experience that engages the entire historic center. The undisputed star will be the porcini mushroom, but there will be no shortage of markets, evening shows and new features related to logistics, such as the introduction of the new parking app.
The dates and times of the festival
The event will start on Friday September 19th, the day of San Gennaro, and will continue until Sunday October 12, 2025During the week the stands will be open for lunch or dinner in rotation, while on Saturday and Sunday they will all be open, both for lunch and dinner. Entrance to the festival is Free, while parking and the shuttle service remain subject to charges. Families with small children are advised to choose days other than Saturday evenings and Sundays, which are typically busier.
What can you find at the festival?
The official program will be presented at the opening, but numerous activities have already been confirmed. In addition to the food stands With specialties based on porcini mushrooms and other traditional dishes, visitors will find:
- Typical local products;
- Local craft markets;
- Exhibitions and shows;
- Music shows and evening entertainment.
An absolute novelty will be the “Garden of Matese”, a space dedicated to the plants and trees typical of the Matese National Park, designed to combine taste and knowledge of the natural heritage.
How parking works
This year the debuts Official app of the Mushroom Festival, which allows you to reserve a parking space in advance, check availability in real time, and pay securely. You can also purchase a shuttle ticket from the app, which is useful for conveniently reaching the historic center. Parking is available for cars, tour buses (up to 50 per day), and campers. The car ticket is valid until 00:00 on the day of bookingAs an alternative to the app, there is a self-service checkout, but digital booking is recommended to avoid queues.
Advice for visitors
To live the best Cusano Mutri Mushroom Festival 2025 We recommend organizing only the essentials: booking parking and shuttle, reserving a table at your desired restaurant, and leaving room for improvisation. Strolling through the alleys, markets, and stands becomes an integral part of the experience, in an atmosphere that combines tradition and conviviality.
With over three weeks of events, the Mushroom Festival has established itself as one of Campania's longest-running and most beloved events. Featuring tastings, crafts, nature, and logistical innovations, the 2025 edition promises to offer visitors an authentic journey into the heart of Sannio.