Festa del radicchio rosso di Treviso IGP

The Festa del Radicchio Rosso di Treviso IGP is one of Veneto's most important events celebrating regional agricultural excellence. Now in its fortieth edition, the event takes place in Rio San Martino, a district of Scorzè, one of the main production areas for this extraordinary vegetable, celebrated as the 'winter flower you can eat'.

A sensory journey into the heart of Veneto From November 7-23, 2026, Rio San Martino transforms into an immense celebration of Treviso red radicchio. During these two weeks of festivities, this remarkable vegetable becomes the absolute star of a complete food and wine experience, combining tastings and themed dinners with moments of cultural discovery and quality entertainment.

A rich calendar of activities The event offers a varied program that goes far beyond gastronomy: photography exhibitions dedicated to radicchio's history, displays of local craftsmanship showcasing Veneto's artisan traditions, popular games engaging families, historical reenactments that transport you back in time, and thematic conferences with agriculture and nutrition experts. Musical performances featuring nationally renowned artists animate the evenings, while market exhibitions allow you to discover the region's finest local producers and agri-food excellence.

The culinary experience you won't forget The beating heart of the festival remains its cuisine: dozens of food and wine stands offer traditional and innovative recipes that showcase radicchio in all its forms. Must-try signature dishes include creamy radicchio risotto, delicate radicchio gnocchi, smoked-flavored radicchio salami, comfort-food radicchio polenta, crispy and bitter grilled radicchio, and most notably the famous Porchetta Trevigiana al Radicchio Rosso, the true queen of local gastronomy. Each recipe tells the story of a tradition with centuries-old roots, transforming this extraordinary vegetable into an unforgettable culinary experience.

How to reach us Rio San Martino is easily accessible by car from the A4 motorway (Dolo-Mirano exit) in about 20 minutes from Venice. Free parking is available. For public transport, the nearest railway station is Dolo (10 km away), served by regional trains.