Festivals and celebrations in Campania during the weekend from 22 to 24 September 2023
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Il Campania territory turns out to be a fertile crossroads of food and wine traditions, and what's better than a weekend to immerse yourself in this culture? Among the provinces of Naples, Avellino and surroundings, there is a wide variety of festivals which celebrates thecraftsmanship and typical local products.
Imagine a party in honor of pizza with annex funfair and concerts in Sarno, or perhaps a German experience with “rivers” of beer in Benevento. For the meat lovers, Domicella and Dugenta offer exquisite specialties, while in Vico Equense pizza is the absolute protagonist. If instead you are a lover of rustic kitchen, Cervinara and Qualiano offer dishes comfort like pasta and beans or specialty based on potatoes. The wine lovers they will find their paradise in Paternopoli, and there is no shortage of options for children either mushroom lovers or delle chestnuts.
Notice: Taking into account the forecasts of bad weather for weekends in the region, it is recommended to consult i official channels of each individual festival to check whether the event will take place as planned. With this variety of offerings, the weekend promises to be a trip unforgettable gastronomic.
1Mushroom Festival in Cusano Mutri, the famous gastronomic event returns
Get ready to taste delicacies from the undergrowth and experience moments of pure fun: from 22 September to 15 October 2023 Cusano Mutri will host the 43rd edition of the Mushroom Festival. This year, the event is enriched with the addition of a week and an expansion of the gastronomic journey. The Cusano Mutri Mushroom Festival is an event that attracts a growing number of visitors every year. Famous for its excellent gastronomic offer, the festival also offers a program of entertainment and activities that contribute to its success.
2Pizza Summer Fest in Sarno with funfair and concerts
From 16 to 26 November 2023, the town of Sarno, located in the province of Salerno, will be transformed into a culinary celebration with the annual Pizza Summer Fest - The great Pizza Festival. This edition will offer a wide range of entertainment, including evening concerts, an amusement park and a wide selection of pizzerias from all over Campania. The event will be held specifically in the Sarno market area.
3OktoberFest in Benevento, rivers of beer and artisan sandwiches
From 21 to 24 September, the town of Ponte, located in the province of Benevento, will become an epicenter of beer culture and music thanks to the OktoberFest event organized by the famous group 'The Hops'. The event will take place in via Stazione and will offer a wide range of activities that go well beyond simple beer tasting.
4Cuzzetiello festival in Domicella (Avellino)
From 23 to 24 September, the village of Villa Giovanni Paolo II in Domicella will be transformed into a center of culinary and cultural celebration with a two-day event. Known for its roots in Campania's gastronomic tradition, the event promises to offer a variety of activities, including games, competitions and, of course, delicious local foods such as Cuzzetiello.
5Pizza in Vico 2023, the Pizza festival in Vico Equense
Between 24 and 26 September, the town of Vico Equense comes alive with the event "Pizza a Vico 2023 - Flour and creativity, a family talent". Supported by various institutions, including the Campania Region and the Metropolitan City of Naples, the event is much more than a gastronomic festival; it represents an opportunity to discover the profound culture and generosity of the local community.
6Farmer's Festival in Cervinara with pasta and beans, sandwiches and much more
From 22 to 24 September, Via San Cosma in Cervinara becomes the stage for a one-of-a-kind peasant festival. This event allows visitors to purchase 0 km products directly from local producers and enjoy a range of gastronomic specialties closely linked to the rural culture of the region.
7Potato Festival in Qualiano, food and wine stands and potato specialties
On 23 September 2023, the Qualiano community will gather to celebrate the third edition of the Potato Festival, an event that is part of the "Let's live our Qualiano" series in collaboration with the Municipal Administration. The event, which will take place in Piazza D'Annunzio starting from 20pm, promises to offer a mix of gastronomy, entertainment and culture, all enriched by the presence of live music.
8The Macenata in Paternopoli, the wine and food and wine festival
Two days of celebration and culture are about to arrive that will make the heart of Paternopoli beat. If you want to live an experience that mixes the authenticity of traditions with the liveliness of the present, it is a good idea to mark September 22nd and 23rd on your calendar.
9Primitiva Chestnut Festival in Marzano Appio, from first course to dessert
When the leaves begin to turn orange and the air takes on that typical crispness, in Marzano Appio there is only one atmosphere: the Primitiva Chestnut Festival is about to begin. We are not talking about just any celebration, but about a moment that encompasses the tradition and culture of the area, in a riot of autumnal colors and flavours.
10Wild Boar Festival in Dugenta 2023, stands and tastings at the historic event
A recurring event that captures the attention of residents and visitors is the Boar Festival in Dugenta, located in the Benevento region. This gastronomic celebration will take place every weekend, starting on August 18 and concluding on October 29, 2023.
11Porcini mushroom festival in CastelPagano, near Benevento
If the word "porcini" makes your mouth water and the idea of a weekend full of good food and fun sounds like music to your ears, then the Castelpagano Porcini Mushroom Festival is the event that suits you for you. Imagine a vibrant atmosphere, where the scents of freshly picked porcini mushrooms mix with the notes of live music.
