Piedmontese Fritto Misto Festival
The great celebration of Piedmontese-style fritto misto in Ferrere, in the heart of the Asti Monferrato
About Fritto Misto Festival
The Piedmontese Fritto Misto Festival in Ferrere
In the heart of the Asti Monferrato, the town of Ferrere (Province of Asti, Piedmont) hosts one of the region's most beloved food and wine festivals every year: the Piedmontese Fritto Misto Festival. Organized with passion by the Ferrere Pro Loco, the event celebrates a signature dish of regional cuisine, drawing large crowds from across the Asti area and neighboring provinces each year.
A dish of rural tradition
The absolute star of the festival is the Piedmontese-style fritto misto, a historic recipe from the 'cucina povera' that has become a true symbol of Piedmontese identity. The version served in Ferrere consists of twelve pieces, all cooked to order at the food stands set up for the occasion: a succession of sweet and savory bites that tell the story of centuries of culinary tradition in the Piedmontese countryside. Alongside the fried platter, there are agnolotti, another cornerstone of Monferrato dining, and numerous other local specialties.
Two evenings of taste, music, and dance
The festival spans two evenings. The food stands open from 7:00 PM, when queues begin to form at the service counters. Dance music is a staple of both nights: orchestras and bands enliven the festival area, creating that convivial, grassroots atmosphere that characterizes the best village festivals in Piedmont.
A historic Monferrato festival
Now over thirty years old, the Ferrere Fritto Misto Festival is a permanent fixture on the Monferrato summer calendar. Its longevity testifies to the strong bond between the Ferrere community and its gastronomic identity: an event that brings generations together and highlights the food and wine of the Langhe Monferrato Roero hills, now a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Why attend
- Taste the authentic twelve-piece Piedmontese fritto misto, cooked to order
- Enjoy agnolotti and typical specialties of the Asti Monferrato
- Experience two evenings of music and dancing in a genuine village atmosphere
- Discover Ferrere and the hills of the Province of Asti, a land of great wines and traditions
Fritto Misto Festival — edition 2026
2026 Edition
The Piedmontese Fritto Misto Festival of Ferrere returns on the weekend of June 20 and 21, 2026 for its 31st edition, confirmed by the Langhe Monferrato Roero tourism board. The food stands, managed by the Ferrere Pro Loco, open from 7:00 PM on both evenings, offering the essential twelve-piece Piedmontese-style fritto misto, agnolotti, and numerous other local specialties. Dance music accompanies the evenings on Saturday and Sunday, in a genuine village festival atmosphere in the heart of the Province of Asti.
Programme Fritto Misto Festival 2026
Program
- Saturday, June 20 - from 7:00 PM: food stands open with Piedmontese fritto misto (12 pieces), agnolotti, and local specialties; evening with dance music
- Sunday, June 21 - from 7:00 PM: food stands open; closing evening with dance music
Detailed program (orchestras, entertainment, and activities) published on the official poster and social media channels of the Ferrere Pro Loco in the days leading up to the event.
Highlights Fritto Misto Festival 2026
- Twelve-piece Piedmontese-style fritto misto, cooked to order
- Agnolotti and typical specialties of the Asti Monferrato
- Two evenings of dance music
- Food stands open from 7:00 PM
Prices Fritto Misto Festival 2026
Practical information — Fritto Misto Festival
Getting there
Ferrere is located in the Province of Asti, Piedmont. By car, it can be reached via the A21 Turin-Piacenza motorway (Asti Est or Villanova d'Asti exits) and the provincial roads of Monferrato. The nearest train station is Villafranca d'Asti, on the Turin-Asti line.
Hours and access
The food stands open from 7:00 PM on both evenings. Entry to the festival area is free; you pay for what you consume.
Contacts
Organized by the Ferrere Pro Loco. For information: Municipality of Ferrere, tel. +39 348 5686725, email [email protected]. Updates and the event poster are available on the Ferrere Pro Loco social media channels.
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Where does it take place — Fritto Misto Festival
Centro di Ferrere