Marentino Regional Honey Fair

A benchmark fair for Piedmontese honey

The Marentino Regional Honey Fair is one of the longest-running and most renowned food and wine events in the Turin hills. Every year, in late September, the historic center of Marentino—a town in the Province of Turin, Piedmont—transforms into a grand showcase dedicated to the 'sweet gold' of bees. The fair reached its thirtieth edition in 2025 and continues in 2026 with its thirty-first, cementing its status as a staple of the regional beekeeping calendar.

The honey market exhibition

The heart of the event is the market exhibition that winds through the town's streets. Beekeepers are selected in close collaboration with Beekeeping Associations, which oversee honey quality control and fair pricing: every year, about sixteen producers from across the Piedmont region are invited. Stalls offer:

• Monofloral and wildflower honeys representing all the varieties of Piedmont;
• Propolis, royal jelly, and hive products;
• Typical food products and local specialties;
• Handicrafts from the area.

Tastings, workshops, and bee culture

Alongside sales, the fair dedicates significant space to education: guided honey tastings, educational workshops on beekeeping, and meetings on biodiversity and the role of bees in the environment. It is an opportunity to discover the work of beekeepers and the importance of protecting pollinators up close.

Music, nature, and family activities

The event complements its commercial side with a rich array of activities. Traditional highlights include the Honey Concert, featuring local marching bands, while the naturalistic aspect is expressed through walks to the nearby Lake Arignano and visits to the experimental apiary. There is no shortage of activities designed for children and families, making the fair a perfect day to spend outdoors amidst hills, flavors, and tradition.

Flavors of the Turin hills

During the fair, it is possible to have lunch thanks to the Pro Loco stand and special menus offered by local restaurants, which highlight the dishes of Piedmontese cuisine. A delicious stop that completes the visit and tells the story of the deep bond between Marentino, its hilly landscape, and the culture of honey.