September 26, 2026 – October 4, 2026 · San Sisto, Piandimeleto (PU)
Celebrate autumn's star ingredient at the 56th Festa del Fungo! This food and wine festival spans two weekends, offering music, guided excursions into a mycological reserve, and a regional mushroom exhibition. Indulge in authentic Marche region dishes featuring fresh mushrooms, like homemade tagliatelle, creamy polenta, and rich porcini risottos. It's a genuine experience blending traditional gastronomy with local traditions in the heart of Montefeltro.
Savor the rich flavors of the Marche region with a menu dedicated to mushrooms. Highlights include creamy polenta topped with sautéed mushrooms, decadent porcini mushroom risotto, and fresh handmade tagliatelle pasta with a savory mushroom sauce. You'll find a variety of other local mushroom-based specialties, showcasing the best of traditional regional cuisine.
The festival runs across two weekends. On Saturday, September 26th, join a trekking tour of the San Sisto trails at 3:00 PM (reservations with Lorenzo Lucchi at 338 687 4722), followed by the opening of food stands at 6:00 PM. Evening entertainment includes Osteria La Pajara with DJ Nerse at 7:30 PM and a live Pop/Punk performance by Sky Hard + DJ set by Zerbini/Henry G at 10:30 PM. Sunday, September 27th, starts with a mushroom market at 9:00 AM, a vintage Vespa/car tour at 9:30 AM (reservations at 366 803 8551), and the 'I funghi del Montefeltro' exhibition at 11:00 AM. Food stands open at 11:30 AM, with music and accordion by Lorenzo Fabbri at 12:00 PM, Orchestra Daniele Tarantino at 3:00 PM, and an aperitivo at Osteria La Pajara with Iron & Violets at 5:30 PM. The second weekend kicks off Saturday, October 3rd, with food stands opening at 6:00 PM, music at Osteria La Pajara with DJ Giacomo Innocenti at 7:30 PM, and the 'Grande Show Fungo Party' with DJ Mia Ufficiale, Steff, Blinko, and vocalist Mr Kevin at 11:30 PM. Sunday, October 4th, features another mushroom market at 9:00 AM, the Regional Mycological Exhibition at 11:00 AM, and food stands opening at 11:30 AM. Enjoy an afternoon of music with Silvia Cecconi at 3:00 PM, and an aperitivo at Osteria La Pajara with Tyron Dominici at 5:00 PM.