Sagra · October 10, 2026 – October 11, 2026 · Bassa Gattorna, Moconesi (GE)
Celebrate autumn flavors at the 40th edition of the Festa del Fungo e Sagra della Ballotta in Gattorna, Val Fontanabuona! This weekend festival offers a delicious dive into local Ligurian cuisine, featuring specialties like creamy polenta with mushroom sauce, crispy fried mushrooms, traditional focaccia al formaggio, and sweet chestnut fritters. Enjoy live music from local orchestras and browse a diverse market fair, all held indoors so you can celebrate rain or shine.
Indulge in the festival's culinary highlights, including rich polenta with savory mushroom sauce, crispy fried mushrooms, and the iconic Focaccia al Formaggio. Don't miss the sweet chestnut fritters for dessert. As a special treat, all attendees will receive complimentary tastings of 'Funghetti' (small mushrooms) and 'Ballotte' (boiled chestnuts), offering a true taste of local tradition.
Join us for a weekend of festivities! On Saturday, October 10, 2026, the MOSTRA MICOLOGICA (Mushroom Exhibition) opens at 6:00 PM, followed by the opening of food stands at 7:00 PM. Dance the night away with live music from the WILIAM band starting at 9:00 PM. Sunday, October 11, 2026, kicks off with a FIERA DI MERCI VARIE (General Merchandise Fair) throughout the village from dawn till dusk. The MOSTRA MICOLOGICA reopens at 6:00 PM. Food stands will be open for lunch at 12:00 PM and again for dinner at 7:00 PM. Enjoy two sessions of live music and dancing with the SABRINA & KEOMI band at 3:30 PM and 9:00 PM. All orchestra performances offer free admission.