Piozzo National Pumpkin Fair

Piozzo, the Italian capital of the pumpkin

Perched among the rolling hills of the Province of Cuneo, on the edge of the Langhe, the village of Piozzo has only a few hundred inhabitants, but for one weekend a year, it becomes the Italian reference point for pumpkin enthusiasts. The Pumpkin Fair, established in 1994 and organized by the Pro Loco of Piozzo, has grown to attract over 50,000 visitors, turning a local farming tradition into one of the most beloved autumn events in Piedmont.

Over 600 varieties on vintage wagons

The heart of the event is the extraordinary display of more than 600 varieties of pumpkins of every shape, color, and size: from giant ornamental ones to tiny decorative ones, from edible species to botanical curiosities from all over the world, all grown right in the Piozzo area. The pumpkins are arranged on restored vintage farm wagons and placed along the streets and squares of the historic center, creating a scenic route that has become the symbol of the fair.

Market, taste, and tradition

Alongside the exhibition, the village streets are filled with a rich market featuring producers, artisans, and food and wine stands. Naturally, the pumpkin is the star of the table: risottos, cream soups, desserts, doughnuts, chocolates, and gastronomic specialties allow you to discover a thousand variations of this vegetable. There is no shortage of creative workshops, free tastings, a technical-scientific exhibition, and entertainment, in a festive atmosphere that engages both adults and children.

A National Fair from 2026

A historic milestone marks the 2026 edition: thanks to the recognition by the Piedmont Region, the event has changed its name and officially become the National Pumpkin Fair. It is the culmination of over thirty years of work by the community of Piozzo and the Pro Loco, who have successfully promoted a simple agricultural product until it became an icon of the Cuneo territory. The thirty-third edition thus confirms Piozzo's role as a national reference for pumpkin culture, bridging agriculture, food and wine, and the popular traditions of the Langhe.

An event for the whole family

With free admission and a program spread throughout the village, the Piozzo Pumpkin Fair is the ideal destination for an autumn trip in Piedmont: a stroll through the colors of autumn, the flavors of local cuisine, and the joy of a village festival that has grown big.