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Settimana del Fungo (Mushroom Week)
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Date
October 19 – October 24, 2026
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Free
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Audience
Everyone
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The Settimana del Fungo arrives in Campi Salentina to celebrate and explore the local mycological heritage. Organized by the Associazione Campiense Micologia e Natura with the patronage of the Municipal Administration and support from the Ente Fiera and Pro Loco, this festival offers an engaging program of talks, tastings, and celebrations of local gastronomy. Festivities kick off on Monday, October 19 at the Centro Culturale Casa Prato-Calabrese with the conference 'The Fantastic World of Mushrooms', focusing on mycology and wine-and-food pairings, accompanied by canapés and wine tastings. From October 21 to 24, the culinary adventure moves to local restaurants offering special menus entirely dedicated to mushrooms. The grand finale takes place on Saturday, October 24 in Piazza Unità d'Italia starting at 8:00 PM with the Sagra del Fungo, featuring street food stalls, an educational mushroom exhibition for enthusiasts, and live music by Cesare Dell'Anna and his band.
Text generated with AI based on the sources provided.Frequently Asked Questions
When does the event take place?expand_more
The event runs from Monday, October 19, 2026, to Saturday, October 24, 2026.
Where is the event held?expand_more
The event is held in Campi Salentina.
What is scheduled for the final evening in the square?expand_more
The final night in Piazza Unità d'Italia features the Sagra del Fungo with food and wine stands, a mushroom exhibition, and a live performance by Cesare Dell'Anna and his band.
Are local restaurants participating in the event?expand_more
Yes, from October 21 to 24, participating local restaurants will feature special dishes and menus dedicated to mushrooms.
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