Pernumia Asparagus Festival

Asparagus, the Gold of the Bassa Padovana

The Pernumia Asparagus Festival is the main gastronomic event in this village in the province of Padua, on the edge of the Euganean Hills. The province of Padua is the leading region in Veneto for asparagus cultivation, and Pernumia is one of the most dedicated centers: the festival, which in 2026 will reach its 16th edition, was created precisely to promote this local agricultural excellence.

A Menu Entirely Dedicated to Asparagus

The gastronomic stall of the Pro Loco Pernumia offers a menu entirely focused on asparagus, both white and green: from the great classics of Venetian cuisine — asparagus with eggs, risottos, omelets — to more refined and creative dishes prepared by volunteer cooks. Accompanying the dishes are wines from the Euganean Hills region. The stalls open in the evening, while on holidays, lunch is also served at noon.

Three Weekends of Celebration

The event takes place over three weekends between April and May, a format that allows visitors to enjoy the festival at a relaxed pace and return for more culinary delights. Live music, entertainment, and family-friendly activities revolve around the food, creating a convivial atmosphere that brings together the community of Pernumia and visitors from neighboring towns.

Pernumia and the Euganean Hills

Located between Monselice and Battaglia Terme, Pernumia is an ideal starting point for exploring the Euganean Hills, the thermal spas of Abano and Montegrotto, and the walled villages of the Bassa Padovana. The Asparagus Festival is an opportunity to combine regional discovery with the pleasure of good food, with free admission and the typical hospitality of the Venetian Pro Loco associations.