Fiera del Derlo
The ancient Lessinia basket is the star in Selva di Progno
About Fiera del Derlo
The derlo, a symbol of the Lessinia mountains
The Fiera del Derlo is the festival that Selva di Progno, a municipality in the upper Lessinia region in the province of Verona, dedicates to a humble and iconic object: the derlo, a conical basket particularly used in Lessinia to carry work tools or agricultural products on the shoulder. For generations, it was an indispensable companion for mountain dwellers, and today it has become a symbol of a heritage of artisan skills that the fair aims to keep alive.
Artisans at work and a dedicated exhibition
During the event, artisans create the derlo and other traditional tools and artifacts live along the village streets, while an exhibition recounts its history and weaving techniques. Alongside the crafts, there are also food stalls with local products and a rich entertainment program.
Music, sports, and nature in a heated marquee
The fair takes place inside a large heated marquee, allowing visitors to enjoy the event even in the cool autumn mountain weather. The program alternates live music, sports activities like a volleyball tournament, guided walks, and encounters with animals, culminating in a final fireworks display. A festival that combines tradition, community, and the discovery of the Lessinia territory.
Fiera del Derlo — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Fiera del Derlo is expected in Selva di Progno on the first weekends of October; the exact dates will be announced by the Municipality closer to the event (the 2025 edition was held from October 3rd to 5th). The event showcases the live crafting of the derlo, a dedicated exhibition, food stalls with typical products, and a program of music, sports, and outdoor activities.
Programme Fiera del Derlo 2026
The detailed 2026 program will be published by the Municipality of Selva di Progno. Based on the established structure of the event (referring to the 2025 edition), the weekend includes:
- Live crafting of the derlo and traditional tools and artifacts along the village streets, with a dedicated exhibition
- Food stalls with typical Lessinia products in a heated marquee
- Live music evenings
- Volleyball tournament, guided walk, encounter with animals
- Concluding fireworks display
Highlights Fiera del Derlo 2026
- Artisans weaving the derlo, a symbol of Lessinia, live
- Dedicated exhibition and typical food stalls
- Heated marquee and final fireworks display
Prices Fiera del Derlo 2026
Practical information — Fiera del Derlo
How to get there
Selva di Progno can be reached by car from Verona, driving up the Val d'Illasi. The event is held in the village center, in a heated marquee.
Admission
Free entry; food stalls are paid.
When
The fair is traditionally held on the first weekends of October.
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Where does it take place — Fiera del Derlo
Centro di Selva di Progno
Piazza Prof. B. G. Cappelletti, 1, 37030 Selva di Progno