Nemi: 93rd Strawberry Festival — June 7, 2026

Date: June 7, 2026

The Strawberry Festival in Nemi highlights local production with a one-day celebration. The event promotes the Castelli Romani village through tastings, show cooking, traditional parades and cultural activities across the historic center.

Main program

• Opening: ribbon-cutting with Antonio Giuliani.
• Show cooking: Alessandro Circiello with talks on healthy eating.
• Host: Metis Di Meo.
• Traditional moments: parade of 'Fragolare' in costume, accompanied by the Terra Nemorense group and the Compatrum band; performances by the "Piccoli Fragolari Crescono" school.
• Religious event: Holy Mass celebrated by H.E. Monsignor Vincenzo Viva.
• Evening closing: concert and fireworks display.

Exhibitions, tastings and highlights

The 2026 floral exhibition celebrates Italian cuisine as intangible heritage, with themed installations. Tasting highlights include:

• Free distribution and tastings of Nemi strawberries.
• Show cooking featuring local products and the Quercetto mushroom (Boscomar by Marco Petrucci).
• Artisanal strawberry gelato (Fattoria La Frisona).
• Blanche Nemorensis craft beer (Birrificio Podere 676).
• Presentation of the underwater wine "Caligola – Abissi Lacustri" and GinCosta's wild strawberry gin.
• Food education and sustainability corner by Centrale del Latte.

Practical tips for visitors

• Reach the historic center on foot or by local services: streets can be very crowded.
• Bring cash: some stalls and tastings may accept only cash.
• Wear comfortable clothing and sun protection; many activities take place outdoors.
• Check the schedule for main events to avoid missing show cooking and the parade.

Location

Place: Nemi (00074 Nemi RM, Italy)

Coordinates: 41.7190104, 12.7159131

The Strawberry Festival is a chance to explore the rural and cultural heritage of the Castelli Romani villages, showcasing typical products and local traditions.