Cheese and Alpine Pasture Ricotta Market Exhibition

The Flavors of the Alpine Pasture Descend to the Valley

When summer ends and the alpine pastures of Carnia close for the season, the cheeses and ricotta aged at high altitudes return to the valley. It's time for the Cheese and Alpine Pasture Ricotta Market Exhibition in Enemonzo, in the province of Udine: one of the oldest and most beloved festivals in the Friulian mountains, attracting thousands of food lovers and curious visitors every September.

Half a Century of History

With over fifty years of editions behind it – the 51st was held in 2025 – the event organized by Pro Loco Enemonzo is now a cornerstone of the Carnic autumn. Originally created to promote alpine dairy production, it has grown into a large village festival that combines taste, tradition, and fun, celebrating the deep bond between this community and the mountains.

Cheese Takes Center Stage

The heart of the event is, of course, the alpine pasture cheese: wheels aged at high altitudes, smoked ricotta, frico, and other traditional Carnic products can be tasted and purchased at the market. Visitors can also witness the live stages of cheese making and browse the stalls of local artisans, in an atmosphere that smells of milk, hay, and wood.

Music, Competitions, and Fun

Alongside the gastronomic offerings, the exhibition features a packed entertainment program: orchestras and folk groups, dancing, nature walks, helicopter rides, comedy and fire shows, stilt walkers, homemade cake competitions, workshops for children, and entertainment for the younger crowd. A mix that makes the Enemonzo festival one of the most complete experiences for discovering Carnia in September, between rural culture and popular celebration.