Festa della Zucca (Pumpkin Festival)

Sagra · October 31, 2026 · Corte del Bene, San Pietro Viminario (PD)

A vibrant day celebrating the pumpkin with colors, flavors, and creativity! This event features a craft market with local products, engaging workshops for kids, a drawing contest, and even a fashion show. You'll find food stalls offering pumpkin-themed specialties, and a full lunch is available by reservation.

🍽️ Food & Menu

Indulge in a variety of delicious treats, from savory pumpkin risotto and a hearty dish of pumpkin, potatoes, and sausage, to sweet pumpkin cakes and traditional Italian desserts like Castagnaccio and Sugoli. Enjoy classic Italian street food such as Pinsa, Panini, and Fritti, alongside artisanal Italian cookies and a selection of local wines and water.

📅 Program

Join us on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM at CORTE DEL BENE, San Pietro Viminario (PD). The day kicks off with a market, direct sales, and guided tours of the Hemp Museum (€10) from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. At 10:00 AM, there's a free workshop for children, followed by the "Draw Your Pumpkin" children's drawing contest at 10:30 AM. Awards for the top 3 contestants will be presented at 12:00 PM. Lunch break is at 1:00 PM. Don't miss the fashion show by Cristina Cenci - Atelier Fili di Donna at 3:30 PM, along with various conferences and other workshops throughout the day. The Pro Loco kiosk offers bar service, Panini, and Fritti. A special themed lunch (€20) includes pumpkin risotto, pumpkin with potatoes and sausage, pumpkin cake, water, and 1/4 wine (reservations: 349 510 2141). The Porchetta & Co. kiosk features traditional specialties like artisanal Italian cookies, Pinsa, Sugoli, Castagnaccio, and pumpkin cake (reservations: 340 990 5388).