Montecchia di Crosara Cherry Festival
Almost a century of celebration dedicated to the queen of Val d'Alpone
About Cherry Festival
The Queen of Val d'Alpone
The Montecchia di Crosara Cherry Festival is a historic event in the Veronese area: in 2026 it will reach its 92nd edition, a testament to the deep bond between the town and its cherry, the symbolic product of the Val d'Alpone in the province of Verona.
The Cherry Exhibition
The heart of the festival is the Cherry Exhibition, a showcase of the best local produce that rewards the quality of the work of the region's cherry growers. Five days of celebration unfold around this event in Piazza Umberto I.
Between Walking, Taste, and Fun
Among the most popular events is the Crosaranda, a non-competitive walk that winds through cherry trees in bloom and fruit, organized in conjunction with the local running scene. There are also food and wine stands with traditional dishes, evening live music, a funfair for the little ones, a market for hobbyists and producers, and fireworks.
A Community Celebration
Organized by the Pro Loco of Montecchia di Crosara, the Cherry Festival is the main gathering event for the town and attracts visitors from all over the Veronese and Vicenza regions, celebrating agricultural tradition and conviviality together.
Cherry Festival — edition 2026
The 92nd Cherry Festival 2026 enlivens Montecchia di Crosara from June 11 to 15 in Piazza Umberto I. Amidst musical evenings, gastronomy, the historic Cherry Exhibition, and the Crosaranda walk, the festival celebrates the symbolic product of the Val d'Alpone.
Programme Cherry Festival 2026
Thursday, June 11
- 7:00 PM — Opening of stands
- 8:00 PM — Team games for the 2008 generation
- 9:00 PM — Presentation of the districts by the district leaders
- 9:30 PM — Evening with DJ Poli (reggaeton and hip-hop)
Friday, June 12
- 7:00 PM — Opening of food and wine stands
- 9:30 PM — AFRO with Yano Music Machine
Saturday, June 13
- 7:00 PM — Opening of food and wine stands
- 7:00 PM-9:00 PM — Live music with Marcy and the Maskerayy
- 9:30 PM — PUMPIT!
Sunday, June 14
- 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM — Crosaranda – Walking among the cherries (organized by Paleoathletica)
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM — Market of local hobbyists, farms, and artisans
- 12:00 PM — Opening of gastronomic stands
- 5:30 PM — 92nd Cherry Exhibition of Montecchia di Crosara
Monday, June 15
- Closing evening with gastronomic stands and entertainment
Highlights Cherry Festival 2026
Prices Cherry Festival 2026
Practical information — Cherry Festival
How to get there
Montecchia di Crosara is located in the Val d'Alpone, northeast of Verona. The festival takes place in Piazza Umberto I, in the town center.
Admission
Free entry to the festival area. Food and wine stand purchases are paid. Registration required for the Crosaranda walk.
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Where does it take place — Cherry Festival
Piazza Umberto I
Piazza Umberto I, 37030 Montecchia di Crosara