October 16, 2026 – October 25, 2026 · Avella (AV)
Experience the best of Irpinia's autumn harvest at this lively festival dedicated to hazelnuts and chestnuts. Indulge in delicious local specialties like roasted chestnuts (caldarroste), the unique cassata avellana, porcini mushrooms, wild boar (cinghiale), cotechini, and sausages. Pair your meal with local Aglianico Irpino wine or craft beers. Enjoy folk music performances in the main squares, browse a market of traditional products, and take a ride on a charming tourist train for an authentic and convivial Italian celebration.
Savor the rich flavors of Irpinia with a menu featuring local delights such as Aglianico Irpino wine and craft beers. Indulge in sweet treats like cassata avellana, and enjoy fresh, high-quality produce including IGP Partenio chestnuts, hazelnuts, walnuts, and porcini mushrooms. Traditional artisanal cheeses and cured meats are also on offer, alongside hearty main courses like wild boar, cotechini, and sausages with friarielli. Don't miss the classic street food favorite, caldarroste (roasted chestnuts).
Join us for two festive weekends: October 16-18, 2026, and October 23-25, 2026. Enjoy vibrant folk music performances in Piazza Municipio and Piazza Convento. Explore gastronomic stands offering local specialties, including caldarroste, traditional Irpinian dishes, mushrooms, and wild boar. A charming tourist train will be available (when scheduled). Browse the market for artisanal cheeses, traditional cured meats, fresh walnuts, hazelnuts, chestnuts, and porcini mushrooms.