Bonfa in Campo
The local heritage festival of the Bonfantini Agricultural Institute at Villa Caccia
About Bonfa in Campo
Bonfa in Campo: When students take the lead
In Romagnano Sesia, nestled in the heart of the Novara province and just a stone's throw from the Valsesia valley, the Villa Caccia Park transforms into a vibrant, open-air farmstead every spring. This is the setting for Bonfa in Campo, a local festival born from the vision and energy of students at the "G. Bonfantini" Agricultural Institute—the historic "Bonfa" that has been training agronomists and technicians in North-Eastern Piedmont for generations.
An event created by students
What makes this event truly special is the leading role played by the youth: students, supported by their teachers, design, set up, and manage the entire day. From preparing the grounds and welcoming visitors to curating the stalls, the students put their classroom and field training into practice. The result is an authentic celebration where education becomes a shared experience with the entire community.
Nature, flavors, and traditions
Bonfa in Campo serves as a meeting point for nature, agricultural heritage, local products, and community spirit. The Villa Caccia park hosts local exhibitors and producers showcasing the finest food and wine from the Novara and Valsesia regions, alongside entertainment, agricultural demonstrations, and activities designed for families and children.
The role of local institutions
The festival continues to grow thanks to the collaboration between the institute, the Municipality of Romagnano Sesia, and Coldiretti. They bring conferences and institutional sessions to Villa Caccia, focusing on the future of agriculture, generational renewal, and the promotion of local supply chains. This dialogue between schools, public bodies, and the production sector makes Bonfa in Campo much more than just a simple fair.
A growing event
Following a successful debut, the 2026 edition confirmed the event's popularity, drawing over a thousand visitors to Villa Caccia in a single day. It has become a highly anticipated date on the Romagnano Sesia calendar, uniting agriculture, education, tradition, and territory, with ambitious plans for future growth.
Bonfa in Campo — edition 2026
The 2026 edition
The second edition of Bonfa in Campo transformed Villa Caccia Park in Romagnano Sesia (NO) into a major meeting point for nature, flavors, and agricultural traditions. Once again, the protagonists were the students of the "G. Bonfantini" Agricultural Institute, who, with the help of their teachers, managed the organization and logistics of the entire day.
Over a thousand people enlivened the park, exploring stalls from local producers, demonstrations, and family-friendly activities. The event also featured conferences and institutional sessions promoted in partnership with Coldiretti and the Municipality of Romagnano Sesia, focusing on the future of agriculture and local development. The success of this edition has already paved the way for the third.
Programme Bonfa in Campo 2026
A day at Villa Caccia
The 2026 edition took place over a single day, roughly from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, within the Villa Caccia Park. The program blended agricultural, educational, and community elements:
- Local producer stalls featuring food and wine excellence from the Novara and Valsesia regions
- Exhibitions and demonstrations related to the agricultural world, curated by Bonfantini students
- Conferences and institutional sessions with Coldiretti and the Municipality, dedicated to agriculture and the local territory
- Activities and entertainment for families and children in the park
The detailed schedule of individual events is finalized by the organizers closer to the date.
Highlights Bonfa in Campo 2026
Prices Bonfa in Campo 2026
Practical information — Bonfa in Campo
Location
Villa Caccia Park, Viale Antonelli 1, Romagnano Sesia (NO), Piedmont. The site of the Historical and Ethnographic Museum of Lower Valsesia (M.E.V.) serves as the heart of the event.
Getting there
By car: Take the Romagnano Sesia/Ghemme exit on the A26 Genoa-Gravellona Toce motorway; it is just a few minutes from the town center. By train: Romagnano Sesia station on the Novara-Varallo line. Villa Caccia is within walking distance of the historic center.
Admission
Admission to the festival is free. The event takes place over a single day, typically from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Contact
For information, contact the Historical and Ethnographic Museum: tel. +39 342 1631245, email [email protected].
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Where does it take place — Bonfa in Campo
Parco di Villa Caccia
Viale Antonelli 1, 28078 Romagnano Sesia