Porcini Mushroom Festival and St. Peter's Feast in Cascia

A historic festival in the Florentine Valdarno

The Porcini Mushroom Festival and St. Peter's Feast in Cascia is one of the most deeply rooted events in the Reggello area and the entire Valdarno region. It takes place in Cascia, a small village in the Municipality of Reggello, in the province of Florence, in the heart of Tuscany. Reaching its 53rd edition in 2026, the festival is steeped in a popular tradition that has drawn visitors from across the region for over half a century, weaving together a gastronomic passion for porcini mushrooms with devotion to the patron saint.

The heart of the festival: the porcini mushroom

The absolute star is His Majesty the Porcini Mushroom, served strictly fresh at the food stalls set up in the square. The specialties that enliven the evenings include porcini mushroom soup, veal scallopini with porcini, and many other Tuscan dishes prepared with this prized ingredient. The stalls are open every evening for dinner and also for lunch on Sundays, offering guests the genuine flavors of the Valdarno and the surrounding Apennine territory, rich in chestnut and oak forests where porcini grow in abundance.

The 2026 Program

The 2026 edition takes place from June 19th to 28th in the square facing the parish church of San Pietro. The calendar alternates between festive moments, live music, and events for all ages:

• Friday, June 26th — cabaret and show night with Alessandro Paci;
• Saturday, June 27th — post-dinner concert by the 883 Mania Tribute Band, a tribute to the hits of 883;
• Sunday, June 28th — grand finale with a prize raffle and a fireworks display;
• Other evenings: concerts and dance nights, cabaret, markets, foam parties, and activities for children.

Traditions: neighborhoods, the Palio, and St. Peter's Feast

Alongside the food and music, the festival maintains its community spirit with challenges and games between the neighborhoods of Cascia and the traditional St. Peter's Palio, which sees the town's districts compete. The religious dimension remains central: the feast is dedicated to Saint Peter, celebrated on June 29th, with masses and the patronal procession departing from the ancient parish church. The Fierone, a large market accompanying the festivities, is also a staple.

An unmissable event

Between popular devotion, forest flavors, and community spirit, the Cascia Porcini Mushroom Festival is an authentic opportunity to discover the soul of the Reggello Valdarno. Admission to the event is free, and the festival is organized by the Pro Loco Reggello and Cascia together with the St. Peter's Festival Committee, reflecting the village's deep bond with its roots.