Local Cured Ham Festival
Edition 2026 Gastronomy Local produce Folk traditions

Local Cured Ham Festival

The artisanal cured ham of the Arna territory in Pianello

Perugia — Perugia (054) Since 1995
Dates 29 May — 02 Jun 2026
Location Perugia (054)
Prices Free
Status Confirmed

About Local Cured Ham Festival

In Pianello, a hamlet of Perugia in the Arna territory, the Local Cured Ham Festival celebrates one of the most representative products of Umbrian charcuterie: artisanal cured ham, processed according to peasant tradition. From the end of May to the beginning of June, the food stand offers local cuisine with local cured ham as the star, accompanied by music, shows, and entertainment for adults and children every evening.

The local cured ham of the Arna territory

The Local Cured Ham Festival of Pianello, a hamlet in the Municipality of Perugia in the Arna territory (east of the capital), pays homage to one of the symbolic products of Umbrian charcuterie tradition: artisanal cured ham, aged according to the techniques of the territory's peasant cuisine.

Local gastronomy

The heart of the event is the food stand, which offers the typical cuisine of the Arna territory with local cured ham as the protagonist, alongside traditional Umbrian dishes. A festival that enhances the authentic flavors of this part of the Perugia area, in a popular festive atmosphere.

Music and entertainment

Every evening the festival offers music, shows, and entertainment designed for adults and children, in a true spirit of community celebration. Organized by local associations, it is one of the events that opens the summer festival season in the Perugia area.

Local Cured Ham Festival — edition 2026

The Local Cured Ham Festival is held in Pianello (Perugia) from May 29 to June 2, 2026, according to the calendar of Popular Festivals and Fairs of the Municipality of Perugia. Food stand with artisanal local cured ham and cuisine from the Arna territory, with music, shows, and entertainment for adults and children every evening.

The Local Cured Ham Festival returns to Pianello (Perugia), in the Arna territory, from May 29 to June 2, 2026, as confirmed by the calendar of Popular Festivals and Fairs of the Municipality of Perugia. The food stand offers artisanal local cured ham, a symbolic product of Umbrian charcuterie, accompanied by typical local cuisine. Every evening, music, shows, and entertainment for adults and children liven up the event, which opens the summer festival season in the Perugia area.

Programme Local Cured Ham Festival 2026

Every evening — May 29 to June 2, 2026

  • Opening of the food stand with artisanal local cured ham and cuisine from the Arna territory
  • Music and evening shows
  • Entertainment for adults and children

The detailed evening program with guests will be published on the event's channels closer to the date.

Highlights Local Cured Ham Festival 2026

Artisanal local cured ham, a symbolic product of Umbrian charcuterie, and evenings with music and shows for adults and children.

Prices Local Cured Ham Festival 2026

Free admission. Paid consumption at the food stand.

Practical information — Local Cured Ham Festival

How to get there

Pianello is located in the Arna territory, east of Perugia, reachable by car. Parking is available near the festival area.

Program

Food stand open every evening with local cured ham and local cuisine; music, shows, and entertainment for adults and children.

Info

Updates on the official Facebook page of the event.

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Where does it take place — Local Cured Ham Festival

Pianello

Local Cured Ham Festival in brief

Gastronomy Local produce Folk traditions Folklore Family Outdoor Free Perugia

History of Local Cured Ham Festival