Nemi celebrates strawberries: one-day festival on 7 June 2026

The historic Strawberry Festival in Nemi returns for its 93rd edition. The event is concentrated in a single day and highlights local produce, traditional cuisine and cultural activities across the village's historic center.

Main program

• Date: 7 June 2026 (single-day event)
• Opening guest: ribbon-cutting with Antonio Giuliani
• Show cooking: Alessandro Circiello, with talks on healthy eating
• Host: Metis Di Meo
• Traditional moments: costumed Fragolare parade, performances by Terra Nemorense and banda Compatrum, and the "Piccoli Fragolari Crescono" school shows
• Religious event: Holy Mass celebrated by S.E. Monsignor Vincenzo Viva
• Evening close: concert and fireworks display

Exhibitions, tastings and highlighted products

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

• Free distribution and tastings of Nemi wild strawberries
• Show cooking featuring local products and the Quercetto mushroom (Boscomar by Marco Petrucci)
• Artisan strawberry ice cream (Fattoria La Frisona)
• Blanche Nemorensis craft beer (Birrificio Podere 676)
• Presentation of the submarine wine "Caligola – Abissi Lacustri" and GinCosta with wild strawberry notes
• Food education and sustainability area by Centrale del Latte

Practical tips for visitors

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

Location

Place: Nemi (00074 Nemi RM, Italy). Coordinates: 41.7190104, 12.7159131.

The Strawberry Festival is a community celebration that promotes tradition, sustainability and typical productions — ideal for those who want to explore the rural and cultural heritage of Italy's small towns.