Canino Green Asparagus PGI Festival
Celebrating the "King of Vegetables" in the heart of the Viterbo Tuscia
About Canino Asparagus Festival
The Canino Green Asparagus PGI Festival
In the town of Canino, a village in the Viterbo Tuscia overlooking the Maremma Laziale, spring brings one of the most cherished festivals in the Upper Tuscia region. The Canino Green Asparagus PGI Festival celebrates the sprout that locals affectionately call the "King of Vegetables": a particularly tender and flavorful asparagus, whose quality stems from the volcanic, mineral-rich thermal waters of the territory. Its PGI status certifies its origin and unique characteristics.
Three Days of Celebration in the Historic Center
For an entire weekend, Canino's historic center transforms into a journey of taste and festivity, stretching from Via Roma to Piazza Valentini, through Corso Matteotti and the town squares. The streets are filled with craft markets, food stalls, exhibitions, and entertainment areas. Live music, street performers, and games for children create a convivial atmosphere that brings together both residents and visitors.
Asparagus on the Table
The heart of the event remains its gastronomy. In the traditional cantinoni (pop-up taverns) set up by local associations and groups, you can savor the most representative dishes of the region, naturally featuring Canino Green Asparagus PGI: from omelets to pasta dishes, street food to traditional peasant recipes. Tastings are paired with local wines and typical products of the Tuscia, a land also renowned for its extra virgin olive oil.
The World's Largest Omelet
The climax of the festival is the preparation of the world's largest omelet: a spectacular performance that draws a large crowd every year. In a two-meter diameter pan, over a thousand eggs and more than 100 kilos of asparagus are cooked in a collective ritual that blends taste, tradition, and community spirit.
A Local Event
Organized by the Pro Loco in collaboration with the Municipality of Canino, the festival is much more than a food fair: it is an opportunity to discover an authentic village in the province of Viterbo, in the Lazio region, amidst medieval alleys, popular traditions, and excellent local products. An unmissable event for food and wine lovers and those wishing to experience spring in the Tuscia.
Canino Asparagus Festival — edition 2026
2026 Edition
The 24th edition of the Canino Green Asparagus PGI Festival was held from Friday, April 17 to Sunday, April 19, 2026, in the historic center of Canino, in the province of Viterbo. The program alternated between gastronomic events, music, and entertainment, confirming the festival as one of the most anticipated spring events in the Viterbo Tuscia.
Among the novelties of the year was the "aperiasparago", an aperitif featuring tastings of wines and local products. The grand finale took place on Sunday with the preparation of the world's largest omelet, cooked in a two-meter pan with over a thousand eggs and more than 100 kilos of asparagus.
Programme Canino Asparagus Festival 2026
Friday, April 17
- From 2:00 PM — opening of the markets from Via Roma to Piazza Valentini
- 6:00 PM — "aperiasparago": wine and local product tastings with musical entertainment
- 7:30 PM — Jovanotti tribute band, followed by a DJ set in Piazza Valentini
Saturday, April 18
- From 10:00 AM — opening of the markets from Via Roma to Piazza Valentini
- 10:00 AM — exhibition "Yesterday's necessity, today's curiosity" in Piazza Valentini
- 11:00 AM — official inauguration with ribbon cutting on Via Roma
- From 12:00 PM — asparagus-based street food at the Pro Loco stand in Piazza Valentini
Sunday, April 19
- Preparation of the world's largest omelet: two-meter diameter pan, over a thousand eggs, and more than 100 kilos of asparagus
- Markets, cantinoni, and tastings throughout the day
Highlights Canino Asparagus Festival 2026
- The world's largest omelet with over a thousand eggs and 100 kg of asparagus
- The new "aperiasparago" with wines and local products
- The cantinoni with traditional dishes based on Green Asparagus PGI
- Craft markets, live music, and street performers
- Games and entertainment for children
Prices Canino Asparagus Festival 2026
Practical information — Canino Asparagus Festival
Where
Historic center of Canino (VT), Lazio — from Via Roma to Piazza Valentini, Corso Matteotti, and the village squares.
How to get there
By car: Canino can be reached via the SS Aurelia (Montalto di Castro exit) or the Via Cassia, in the Upper Viterbo Tuscia. By train: the nearest station is Montalto di Castro on the Rome–Grosseto line, then continue by bus or car. By plane: Rome Fiumicino airport is about an hour and a half away.
Admission
Free entry to the festival. Dishes and tastings at the stalls and cantinoni are paid.
Tips
Arrive early on Sunday to watch the preparation of the giant omelet. Wear comfortable clothing for walking through the historic center.
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Centro storico di Canino