Nemi celebrates strawberries: 93rd Strawberry Festival on 7 June 2026

The village of Nemi, in the Castelli Romani area, returns with the historic Strawberry Festival for its 93rd edition. This one-day event focuses on local products, traditional cuisine and cultural activities aimed at enhancing the historic center and its specialties.

Main programme

• Date: 7 June 2026
• Inaugural guest: Antonio Giuliani (ribbon cutting)
• Guest chef: Alessandro Circiello (show cooking and talks on healthy eating)
• Host: Metis Di Meo
• Traditional moments: costumed "Fragolare" parade, performances by Terra Nemorense and the Compatrum band, shows by the "Piccoli Fragolari Crescono" school
• Religious event: Mass celebrated by S.E. Monsignor Vincenzo Viva
• Evening finale: concert and fireworks display

Exhibition, tastings and featured products

The Flower Exhibition 2026 draws inspiration from Italian cuisine as intangible heritage, with themed floral installations that narrate the territorial gastronomic identity. Featured tastings include:

• Free distribution and tastings of Nemi wild strawberries
• Show cooking with 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 the GinCosta wild strawberry edition
• Food education and sustainability area by Centrale del Latte

Visitor tips

• Reach the historic center on foot or using local transport: streets are likely to be busy.
• Carry cash: some stalls and tastings may require it.
• Wear comfortable clothing and sun protection; many activities are outdoors.
• Check the schedule 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 event that highlights tradition, sustainability and local food production — an excellent opportunity to discover the cultural heart of Italy's small towns.