Dovadola Truffle Fair and Festival
Two autumn Sundays dedicated to the king of the Romagna undergrowth
About Dovadola Truffle Festival
The most beloved truffle festival in Romagna Forlivese
In the heart of autumn, when the woods of the Tuscan-Romagnolo Apennines offer their most precious treasures, the village of Dovadola celebrates the absolute protagonist of the season: the truffle. The Truffle Fair and Festival is one of the oldest and most cherished events in the entire province of Forlì-Cesena, in Emilia-Romagna, and each year it attracts thousands of visitors from Forlì, Romagna, and neighboring regions.
For two Sundays in October, the streets and squares of the historic center of this small municipality in the Montone Valley come alive with the truffle market, stalls of agricultural producers, artisan and local product stands, and large restaurant tents where you can dine sheltered from the weather.
The truffle, king of the undergrowth
Dovadola is located in an area particularly suited for truffle hunting: the woods surrounding the village, along the hills rising towards the Apennines, are ideal ground for the prized white truffle and other local varieties. This is why the fair was created precisely to promote this product and, with it, the entire range of Romagnolo autumn flavors: mushrooms, honey, cheeses, wines, and local cured meats.
The highlight of each edition is the award ceremony for the best truffles: every Sunday, at 11:00 AM in Piazza Marconi, a special jury evaluates the specimens brought by the truffle hunters and awards the most beautiful ones, in a ritual that combines friendly competition, local pride, and passion for the hunt.
The table: tagliatelle from the pasta makers
The gastronomic heart of the festival is the tagliatelle strictly handmade by the pasta makers, served naturally with truffle or ragù. Alongside them, the stands offer the best of traditional Romagnolo cuisine: polenta, crostini, fried eggs, panzerotti, grilled sausages, grilled meats, Romagnolo piadina, and fried piadina, all accompanied by local wines.
A festival for everyone
The event, carefully organized by the Pro Loco of Dovadola, is not just about gastronomy: the historic center fills with market stalls selling food products, clothing, accessories, and household items, while a dedicated play area welcomes children. In recent years, the organization has also focused on sustainability, using disposable tableware made from compostable and biodegradable materials.
Strolling through Dovadola during these days means discovering an authentic Romagna village, with its castle, abbey, and the quiet atmosphere of Apennine towns, in the full colors and scents of autumn.
Dovadola Truffle Festival — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Dovadola Truffle Fair and Festival will be held on two Sundays in October: Sunday, October 11th, and Sunday, October 18th, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The dates are confirmed by the official fair registry of the Emilia-Romagna Region, which assigns the event 89 total spots (76 mixed and 13 reserved for agricultural producers) in the town center.
As tradition dictates, the heart of the day will be the truffle market, the gastronomic stands with handmade tagliatelle, and the award ceremony for the best specimens in Piazza Marconi.
Programme Dovadola Truffle Festival 2026
Day's Program (both Sundays)
The streets and squares of Dovadola's historic center will come alive from the morning, with the event in full swing between 11:30 AM and 7:00 PM.
- From the morning — Opening of the truffle market, stalls of agricultural producers, and traveling vendors (food products, clothing, accessories, housewares, and local specialties).
- 11:00 AM — Piazza Marconi — Award ceremony for the best truffles of the Fair: a special jury will evaluate and award the specimens brought by the truffle hunters.
- From 11:30 AM to 7:00 PM — Opening of the gastronomic stands and restaurant tents with Romagnolo specialties.
- All day — Play area dedicated to children.
Among the specialties on the table: handmade tagliatelle by the pasta makers, polenta, crostini, fried eggs, panzerotti, sausages, grilled meat, Romagnolo piadina, and fried piadina, accompanied by local wines. The day is also dedicated to promoting local mushrooms, honey, cheeses, wines, and cured meats.
Details of side events and final times are usually published by the Pro Loco of Dovadola in the weeks preceding the event.
Highlights Dovadola Truffle Festival 2026
- Award ceremony for the best truffles in Piazza Marconi (11:00 AM)
- Truffle market with direct sales from truffle hunters
- The famous handmade tagliatelle by the pasta makers
- 89 stalls including agricultural producers and vendors in the historic center
- Play area for children and covered restaurant tents
Prices Dovadola Truffle Festival 2026
Practical information — Dovadola Truffle Festival
When
Two Sundays in October. In 2026: Sunday, October 11th and Sunday, October 18th, from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM (stalls and truffle market are most active between 11:30 AM and 7:00 PM).
Where
Historic center of Dovadola (FC), squares and streets of the village; truffle awards ceremony in Piazza Marconi.
How to get there
By car: from Forlì (approx. 18 km), follow the SS67 of the Montone Valley towards Tuscany. By train: Dovadola station is on the Faentina line (Faenza-Florence), a short walk from the center. Parking is available in areas outside the village.
Admission
Free admission. Food and drinks at the gastronomic stands are at your own expense.
Contacts
Pro Loco of Dovadola — tel. +39 0543 934764 — email [email protected]
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