Pizzoferrato Red Potato Festival
Celebrating the native tuber of the Middle Sangro valley, in the heart of the Majella National Park
Edition 2026 not confirmed to date
This edition has not been confirmed by the organiser to date. We recommend checking before going.
About Red Potato Festival
The Pizzoferrato Red Potato Festival
Every year, towards the end of August, the small village of Pizzoferrato, perched at over 1200 meters in the province of Chieti, comes alive to celebrate one of its most iconic products: the native red potato of the Middle Sangro. The festival, which reached its third edition in 2025, attracts visitors from all over Abruzzo for a day dedicated to taste, folk traditions, and the discovery of one of the most picturesque mountain landscapes in the Majella National Park.
A tuber that tells the story of the mountains
The Middle Sangro mountain potato, also recognized by the Slow Food movement as a traditional Abruzzo product, is grown on plateaus between 800 and 1400 meters above sea level in the area connecting Pizzoferrato to the neighboring towns of Montenerodomo, Gamberale, and Civitaluparella. The cool climate and high-altitude soil give this tuber a unique quality, appreciated for generations: a round-oval shape, red skin, and firm, flavorful flesh. Historically used in the preparation of bread, polenta, and frascarielli, today the red potato is the star of gnocchi, mashed potatoes, and countless mountain cuisine dishes.
Tastings and food stalls
During the festival, stalls set up in the historic center offer the red potato prepared in many different ways: boiled, baked, roasted, fried, pan-seared, or transformed into gnocchi. Alongside the star tuber, you will find typical food and wine products from the Middle and Upper Sangro, from cured meats to mountain cheeses, in a culinary journey that highlights the small family-run productions of the area.
Music, entertainment, and guided tours
The day is not just about gastronomy: the event features live music, entertainment, games, and sports activities for all ages. Upon request, free guided tours of the village are available, offering a chance to discover the stone alleys, panoramic mountain views, and the famous large rock that overlooks the town of Pizzoferrato.
A village to discover in the Municipality of Pizzoferrato
Located in the Abruzzo Region, within the Municipality of Pizzoferrato and in the heart of the province of Chieti, this event represents much more than a simple festival: it is a way to revive the agricultural identity of a mountain territory and support a crop at risk, preserved by small producers. The Red Potato Festival is now a staple of the Abruzzo summer, capable of combining the pleasure of the table with the rediscovery of an authentic village at the foot of the Majella.
Red Potato Festival — edition 2026
The detailed program for the 2026 edition of the Red Potato Festival has not yet been published by the organizers. To find out the updated dates and events, it is advisable to contact the Pizzoferrato Pro Loco or follow the Municipality's channels. The festival, dedicated to the native tuber of the Middle Sangro, is traditionally held at the end of August in the heart of the Majella National Park.
Practical information — Red Potato Festival
How to get there
Pizzoferrato can be reached by car from the Val di Sangro motorway exit (A14) or from Roccaraso, driving up the mountain roads that cross the Middle Sangro. The village is located at over 1200 meters above sea level, in the Majella National Park.
When
The festival traditionally takes place at the end of August, with stalls open from morning until evening.
Information
For the updated program and guided tours, you can contact the Pro Loco at +39 366 2443064, +39 339 3664731, or +39 347 1088068.
Tips
As it is a high mountain village, layered clothing is recommended even in summer. In the surroundings, you can visit the other towns of the 'City of the Potato' and the trails of the Majella.
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Where does it take place — Red Potato Festival
Centro storico di Pizzoferrato