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Funghi Fest
location_onCastelbuono, Palermo e Dintorni
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Date
October 18 – October 26, 2026
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Admission
Free
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Audience
Everyone
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In the heart of the Madonie Park, Castelbuono transforms into a gastronomic capital with Funghi Fest, an event celebrating one of rural Sicily's most precious treasures: mushrooms. From October 18–26, 2026, this charming medieval village hosts a festival that perfectly blends passion for authentic flavors with respect for nature and local biodiversity. Roasted porcini tastings, expert chef cooking shows, flavor workshops, and wine & food stands turn the historic streets into a sensory journey through Madonie cuisine. But Funghi Fest is much more than a simple food festival. The event stands out for its commitment to environmental sustainability, featuring seminars and lectures by expert mycologists who showcase the fungal species typical of the territory and educate visitors on proper mushroom foraging. Guided forest excursions and visits to the Madonie Park offer opportunities to discover the extraordinary natural richness of this area, with oak forests, holm oaks, and high-altitude meadows ideal for birdwatching. Visitors from across Italy can thus combine gastronomic pleasure with cultural and natural experiences: local cheeses and cured meats, regional wines, traditional crafts, and the architectural beauty of Castelbuono come together in a vibrant atmosphere animated by performances, street artists, and folk groups. An authentic celebration that also invites you to explore the nearby villages of Geraci Siculo and Polizzi Generosa.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Funghi Fest take place?expand_more
Funghi Fest runs from October 18–26, 2026 in Castelbuono, in the heart of the Madonie Park in Sicily.
What are the main activities offered during the festival?expand_more
The event features mushroom-based dish tastings, flavor workshops, cooking shows with expert chefs, seminars and lectures with mycologists, guided forest walks, wine and food stands with local specialties, performances, and street artists.
What gastronomic specialties will I find?expand_more
At Funghi Fest you will enjoy roasted porcini mushroom dishes, local cheeses and cured meats, mushroom preserves, regional wines, and other specialties from rural Sicilian cuisine.
Are there nature activities and excursions?expand_more
Yes, guided forest excursions in the Madonie Park and territory visits are organized, offering opportunities to discover local biodiversity and birdwatching in the high-altitude meadows.
Can I visit nearby villages?expand_more
Yes, Castelbuono is an ideal starting point for visiting the medieval villages of Geraci Siculo and Polizzi Generosa, characterized by extraordinary architectural and historical beauty.
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