Apple Festival

The apple takes center stage in the square

The Apple Festival is one of the most beloved autumn events in Tolmezzo, the main town of Carnia, in the province of Udine. Organized by Pro Loco Tolmezzo, it has been transforming the town center into a large showcase dedicated to this fruit and the flavors of the mountain territory for almost thirty years. The heart of the event is the Pomis Arena, the large tent set up in Piazza XX Settembre, which hosts presentations, tastings, and show cooking sessions designed to highlight the value of the apple.

Stalls, farmers' market, and gastronomy

For two days, the festival offers dozens of food and wine stalls with apple-based dishes and Carnic specialties, served at tables or for takeaway. Visitors can stroll among the stalls of the farmers' market, where they can taste fresh apples and apple products: cakes, strudels, juices, ciders, and jams. It's an opportunity to discover mountain fruit farming and local producers, in a festive atmosphere that attracts visitors from all over the region.

Culture, health, and community

The Apple Festival is not just about gastronomy. Over the years, the event has also focused on the theme of health, with initiatives dedicated to well-being and healthy eating, as well as entertainment for families and children. The famous motto "an apple a day" thus becomes a starting point for a program that combines taste, information, and social interaction, in the spirit of Carnia's agricultural tradition.

Where and when

The festival takes place in the center of Tolmezzo, with its epicenter in Piazza XX Settembre, and is accessible from the A23 motorway. The event is traditionally held on the last weekend of September, the harvest season and ideal time for a trip to Carnia.