Campania festivals this weekend, October 2–4, 2026: the best ones not to be missed

Festivals in Campania on the weekend of October 2, 3, and 4, 2026

The first weekend of October brings chestnuts , porcini mushrooms , grapes , and Bavarian beer to Campania . From Friday, October 2nd to Sunday, October 4th, 2026, villages and squares in all five provinces will once again fill with stalls, music, and tables.

The calendar is packed: the Asprinio festivals open in the province of Caserta , the chestnut and bean festivals kick off in Irpinia and Sannio , and the Cilento Oktoberfest debuts on the Salerno coast . Admission is almost always free : you only pay for what you eat. Below are the best festivals of the weekend, with dates, times, locations, and prices.

Maxi IGP Chestnut and Porcini Mushroom Festival in Roccamonfina (Caserta)

• Order date: from 3 October al 1 November 2026, every weekend
• Working time: opening from 18:00
• Place: Roccamonfina (CE), Piazza Nicola Amore and historic center
• Cost: input Free, dishes and paid products

The 48th edition transforms the town at the foot of the extinct volcano into a vast food market. The stars of the festival are the Roccamonfina PGI chestnut and porcini mushrooms : roasted chestnuts, pasta dishes, and autumn specialties remain on the menu until early November.

In addition to the stalls, the program includes free concerts , excursions to the Roccamonfina-Foce Garigliano Regional Park, and a Ferris wheel . Local hazelnuts, apples, and walnuts will also be available on subsequent weekends. Full details can be found in the Roccamonfina Chestnut and Mushroom Festival factsheet.

31st Taburno Bean Festival in Campoli del Monte Taburno (Benevento)

• Order date: Saturday 3 e Sunday 4 October 2026
• Working time: Saturday from 19:00, Sunday from 8:30 (kitchen from 12:30)
• Place: Campoli del Monte Taburno (BN), town center
• Cost: input Free, paid dishes

The Taburno bean has reached the finish line of its 31st edition . Saturday opens at 19:00 pm with the Casa del Fagiolo, the fry shop and the grill, while on Sunday the day begins at 8:30 am with trekking in the valley and the Vespa and Fiat 500 rallies.

The menu includes "lavanelle e fagioli campolese," "modonostro" beans, and "montanara" pasta with bean cream. Saturday evening concludes with folk music by the Janua group ; both days, children's workshops are scheduled in the library.

Oktoberfest Cilento in Agropoli (Salerno)

• Order date: da Friday 2 a Sunday 11 October 2026
• Working time: stand from 19:00; Saturday and Sunday also for lunch from 12:00; concerts at 20:30, dj set from 23:00
• Place: Agropoli Sud market area, via Sandro Pertini, Agropoli (SA)
• Cost: entrance and parking free, paid drinks

The second edition of the Cilento Oktoberfest opens with the keg tapping ceremony on Friday, October 2nd at 18:30 PM . Under a covered marquee seating approximately 1.500, Bavarian beers and German cuisine are served: pork knuckle , schnitzel , sausages, and pretzels.

The evenings kick off at 20:30 pm with tribute bands and live bands. The opening weekend features Queen of Bulsara on Friday, Maieutikè on Saturday, and Fuzz Bohemiens on Sunday, followed by a DJ set from 23:00 pm.

41st Chestnut Festival in Salza Irpina (Avellino)

• Order date: da Friday 2 a Sunday 4 October 2026
• Working time: Dinner on Friday and Saturday, lunch and dinner on Sunday (to be confirmed)
• Place: Salza Irpina (AV), Michele Capozzi Square
• Cost: input Free, paid dishes

The 41st Chestnut Festival kicks off the Irpinia season of festivals dedicated to forest products. In Piazza Michele Capozzi, you can enjoy roasted chestnuts and traditional dishes, with stands open from Friday, October 2nd to Sunday, October 4th.

It's one of the most popular stops on the first weekend of October in Irpinia. It's open in the evening on Fridays and Saturdays, with lunch and dinner on Sundays. It's best to check the Pro Loco di Salza Irpina channels for details.

Chestnut Festival of Sant'Eustachio di Montoro (Avellino)

• Order date: da Friday 2 a Sunday 4 October 2026
• Working time: Dinner on Friday and Saturday, lunch and dinner on Sunday
• Place: Park of the Sun, Sant'Eustachio di Montoro (AV)
• Cost: input Free, paid drinks

The Chestnut Festival returns to Sant'Eustachio di Montoro , in the Parco del Sole . Three days of food stalls, live music , a children's play area, and free parking.

The program follows the classic village festival format: dinner on Friday and Saturday, lunch and dinner on Sunday. Information and updates are available on the Montoro Pro Loco channels.

Grape Festival in Oliveto Citra (Salerno)

• Order date: da Friday 2 a Sunday 4 October 2026
• Working time: afternoon and evening (to be confirmed)
• Place: Oliveto Citra (SA), town center
• Cost: input Free, paid tastings

The Grape Festival is one of the historic events of the middle Sele Valley. The program includes a parade of floats , exhibitions dedicated to grapes and local products, and tastings of local wines.

The food and wine stands remain open until the evening, with music and entertainment in the square. Admission is free ; tastings and dishes are charged per person.

Night of the Angels in Celso Cilento (Salerno)

• Order date: da Friday 2 a Sunday 4 October 2026
• Working time: evening (to be confirmed)
• Place: Celso Cilento, a hamlet of San Mauro Cilento (SA)
• Cost: input Free, paid dishes

In Celso Cilento , a hamlet of San Mauro Cilento, the Night of the Angels returns : three days of food stands, live music and religious tradition in the village.

The program revolves around the patron saint's day and Cilento cuisine , with traditional desserts prepared according to family recipes. Admission is free , but dishes are paid for directly at the stands.

Sausage and broccoli rabe festival in Trentola Ducenta (Caserta)

• Order date: Saturday 3 e Sunday 4 October 2026
• Working time: evening (to be confirmed)
• Place: center of Trentola Ducenta (CE)
• Cost: input Open admission, paid dishes

In Trentola Ducenta, sausage and broccoli rabe take center stage , with Asprinio wine taking center stage. Two evenings of food stands will be held in the town center, on Saturday, October 3rd and Sunday, October 4th.

Next to the kitchen, there's a craft market and live music . For more information, see the Trentola Ducenta festival page.

DiVino Asprinio & Baccalà Fest in Parete (Caserta)

• Order date: Saturday October 3 2026
• Working time: serale
• Place: Wall (EC)
• Cost: input Open admission, paid tastings

The DiVino Asprinio & Baccalà Fest returns to Parete , the city of strawberries . An evening dedicated to Asprinio di Aversa and cod , with food stands curated by the Caserta Chefs Association.

DJ Gianluca Manzieri will be on the decks . Admission is free , but plates and glasses are available for purchase.

Asprinum Festival in the Aversa countryside (Caserta)

• Order date: maximum Sunday 4 October 2026
• Working time: evening phase “'E Notte” (to be confirmed)
• Place: De Gasperi Square, Cesa (CE)
• Cost: input Free, paid tastings

In Cesa , in the Aversa countryside, the Asprinum Festival celebrates Asprinio wine among the town's trees and tuff caves. From Friday to Sunday, the evening portion of the festival, "'E Notte," arrives in Piazza De Gasperi.

In addition to the food and wine stands, there is the “Eredità in Fermentazione” exhibition and concerts by 99 Posse on Friday, and by Enzo Gragnaniello and Roberto Colella in the following days.

46th Mushroom Festival in Cusano Mutri (Benevento)

• Order date: from September 25th to Sunday 18 October 2026
• Working time: evening (to be confirmed)
• Place: Cusano Mutri (BN), a village in the Matese area
• Cost: input Free, paid drinks

The Matese village hosts the 46th Mushroom Festival , running until Sunday, October 18th . Porcini mushrooms are the star of the food stands, along with specialties from Samnite cuisine.

The 2026 theme is "Mushrooms. A Connected Kingdom ." Exhibitions, crafts, visits, and excursions will be added over the weekend. Details can be found in the Cusano Mutri Mushroom Festival factsheet.

Cod Festival in Santa Cecilia di Eboli (Salerno)

• Order date: maximum Sunday 4 October 2026
• Working time: serale
• Place: Santa Cecilia, Eboli (SA), Sele Plain
• Cost: input Open admission, paid drinks

Last weekend for the Cod Festival in Santa Cecilia, a hamlet of Eboli . Cod can be enjoyed fried , stewed , grilled , and casseroled in the evenings until Sunday, October 4th.

The stands in the Piana del Sele are open in the evening . Admission is free . For more information, see the Eboli Cod Festival factsheet.

The Nights of the Brigands in Pontecagnano Faiano (Salerno)

• Order date: Friday October 2 2026
• Working time: serale
• Place: Pontecagnano Faiano (SA), center
• Cost: input Free, paid drinks

On Friday 2 October , Le Notti dei Briganti returns to Pontecagnano Faiano , a historical reenactment with folk music and food.

The center comes alive with performers, stands, and shows until the evening. Admission is free , but drinks are subject to charges. For more information, see the Notti dei Briganti factsheet.

Certoconsumo Village in Vomero (Naples)

• Order date: da Thursday 1 a Sunday 4 October 2026
• Working time: to be confirmed (inauguration October 1st at 11:00 17:00)
• Place: Piazza degli Artisti, Vomero, Naples
• Cost: input Free

In Vomero , in Piazza degli Artisti, the Certoconsumo Village is celebrating the association's 30th anniversary . Four days of stands, tastings, and cooking demonstrations, from Thursday, October 1st to Sunday, October 4th.

The program includes masterclasses on olive oil and cheese, a forum on food safety, and a grand finale on October 4th with Arturo Fusco . Free admission . Details are available in the Certoconsumo Village page.

Street Food in San Michele a Schiava di Casamarciano (Naples)

• Order date: maximum Friday October 2 2026
• Working time: stand from 19:00
• Place: Slave of Casamarciano (NA), National Street of Puglia
• Cost: input Open admission, paid drinks

The Street Food market in San Michele a Schiava di Casamarciano , in the province of Naples, will close on Friday, October 2nd . Stalls will be open from 19:00 PM along Via Nazionale delle Puglie.

The menu includes arrosticini, caciocavallo impiccato , pizza a portafoglio, and cuoppo di pesce and chestnuts. Admission is free . Details are available in the San Michele Street Food section.

Before leaving: three useful tips

Village festivals are almost always paid for on a per-use basis : admission is free , but it's a good idea to bring cash , as not all stands accept cards. Parking is limited in the villages of Irpinia and Matese : it's best to arrive early, especially on Saturday evenings.

On peak evenings, waits at refreshment stands can exceed 30 minutes . One last tip: always check the official Pro Loco channels, as schedules and programs can change at the last minute.