2016 Italy 2016
Exhibitions, Shows & Expos, Festivals
(see also: 2017 - 2015 - 2014 - 2013 - 2012 - 2011 - 2010 - 2009 - 2008)
January 6-February 10, 2016
Orange Battle at Historical Carnival of Ivrea
Ivrea, Turin, Italy
The tradition of throwing oranges has its roots in the mid 1800s. Even earlier, in Medieval times, the battle was fought with beans. Nowadays the battle still takes place in the main squares of the city between teams on carts (symbolizing the feudal lord's guards) and hundreds of orange-throwers on foot (the rebellious commoners). The Orange Battle is one of the historical events of the Carnival at Ivrea.
January 23-27, 2016 RHEX Rimini Horeca Expo 2016
Rimini Fiera, Italy
Out of the experience of SIA Guest and Sapore a new project has taken shape in Rimini Fiera - RHEX Rimini Horeca Expo - which will bring together in a single format innovation, solutions and trends for the catering and hospitality world as a whole. Not the sum of two events, but an innovative trade-fair project, a precise answer to the international evolution of reference markets requiring greater concentration and aggregating appointments. Companies will have a comprehensive and packed audience of operators: from the world of hospitality to that of catering, from the world of entertainment premises to foodservice, from hospitality designers and public eating and drinking premises to distributors, with specific initiatives and proposals for each target.
February 12-21, 2016 Fiera del Cioccolato
Florence, Italy
The artisanal chocolate fair will feature speakers, chef demonstrations, chocolate themed meals, and gourmet sweets.
March 6-8, 2016 Identità Milano - Milan, Italy
Three days, three halls and many different themes that will involve dozens and dozens of speakers from Italy, Europe and the World. Goes beyond the recipe itself and pays attention to production, environmental health - being it the planet or our bodies – from social respect to a deep understanding of our history.
June 13-14, 2016 2nd International Conference on Food & Beverage Packaging
Rome, Italy
Food Packaging 2016, the unique International Conference on Food & Beverage Packaging will be an interdisciplinary forum for exchange of knowledge on the traditional and advanced technologies in the field of Food & Beverage Packaging.
November 4-8, 2016 Merano Wine Festival
Merano, Italy
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2014 Italy 2014
Exhibitions, Shows & Expos, Festivals
waiting for new dates
March 7-10, 2014 8th Olio Capitale (Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Expo)
Trieste, Italy
Top producers of extra-virgin olive oil as well as of the entire product chain from both Italy and abroad. An ideal tool providing excellent visibility for businesses in the sector, and a means for broadening their own commercial sphere of influence. (also: www.oliocapitale.it/ )
March 8-10, 2014 Taste 9 and FuoriDiTaste - Florence, Italy
The fair dedicated to excellence in taste and food lifestyles. Taste is the Italian fair dedicated to good eating and good living attended by the top figures in the international gastronomic and catering trade as well as an increasingly growing public of passionate foodies.
April 6-9, 2014 Sol & Agrifood - Verona, Italy
An upgraded formula and exhibition areas even more in line with the needs of participants: Sol&Agrifood merges the previous SOL and Agrifood Club events under a single brand. Sol & Agrifood, the International Exhibition of Quality Agro-Foods: a prestigious showcase that, also by being held alongside Vinitaly, promotes excellence in olive oil and agro-foods on a national and international scale.
April 6-9, 2014 Vinitaly - Verona, Italy
International Wine & Spirits Exhibition. Alongside Sol & Agrifood.
April 9-11, 2014 Offshore Mariculture Conference 2014
Naples, Italy
An international two-day conference, with technical visit day, focusing on the offshore fish farming business. Aimed at growing offshore fish farming businesses, the biennial conference will explore the progress and prospects for offshore aquaculture in European and international waters.
April 11-13, 2014 Festival of the Artichoke
Ladispoli, Rome, Italy
This year will be a great food and wine event with the participation of many regions of Italy and where you can taste a considerable variety of local products. Of course, the main protagonist is the Roman artichoke, a very delicious product, now recognized for its numerous therapeutic and organoleptic properties. A wonderful opportunity for all, a big party that will give the opportunity to know and savor lots of products, first of all artichokes, prepared according to the culinary traditions of the Roman. A truly unique event that has had the recognition of the VIII National Fair by the Lazio Region and boasting remarkable turnout of people. It will all be enriched by performances, musical performances, cabaret and the wonderful fireworks that will grace the skies and the shores of Ladispoli.
April 25-May 4, 2014 Fritto Misto all'italiana- Le grandi tradizioni del fritto in rassegna
Ascoli Piceno, Marche, Italy
The Art of Frying: a review of the Great Italian & international fried food tradition.
May 1-6, 2014 Fish & Chef - Malcesine, Italy
The tastes of Lake Garda, pasta and Michelin-starred chefs: Italian Cuisine shines in Malcesine. There will be a whole host of exciting features on offer on the shore of Lake Garda, from grand dinners to street food, but also shopping and hospitality. This event will bring the very best of our traditional food and wines to Malcesine, on the Veronese shore of Lake Garda. Some of Italy’s top chefs will give their own personal interpretations using specialities of the area such as fish from the lake, Garda D.O.P. Extra Virgin Olive Oil, herbs from Mount Baldo and the tender meat from the Consortium for Garonnais cattle, without overlooking the delicious Monte Veronese D.O.P. cheeses. Fish & Chef is an all-embracing event that takes in the world of taste, shopping, and lots more besides. Food stalls with typical local products will be set up in the centre of little town on the Veronese shore of Lake Garda.
May 5-8, 2014 CIBUS 2014 - Parma, Italy
17th International Food Exhibition. World Food Trends, The Italian Way. An international conference where top speaker will debate of the italian food pattern and the possible future scenarios of international markets. Attendance: 63,000.
May 10-June 7, 2014 Vino In Festa & Wine Cellar Night
South Tyrol, Italy
The 16 wine growing towns along the South Tyrolean Wine Road provide the setting for Vino in Festa, including a varied programme focusing on the topic of wine. The event ends with Wine Cellar Night, when the wine cellars along the Wine Road open their doors for visitors.
June 8-10, 2014 Vitigno Italia - Naples, Italy
Wine show dedicated primarily to wines made from indigenous Italian varieties.
June 9-12, 2014 World Barista Championship - Rimini, Italy
The World Barista Championship (WBC) is the preeminent international coffee competition. Held in conjuction with SCAE World of Coffee.
June 10-12, 2014 SCAE World of Coffee - Rimini, Italy
Speciality Coffee Assn. of Europe (SCAE). World of Coffee – Europe’s leading speciality coffee event, organised by SCAE in a different city each year, is an unmissable opportunity to meet up with top baristas, roasters and other movers and shakers in the coffee industry from around the world. Includes World Barista Championship, World Brewers Cup and World Coffee Roasting Championship.
June 28-29, 2014 Strawberry Festival in Val Martello
Martell, South Tyrol, Italy
Every year on the last weekend in June the Martell Valley in South Tirol celebrates the strawberry festival. The festival represents the traditional start of strawberry picking in the highest mountain-strawberry cultivating area in Europe. Year after year thousands of guests from all over the country visit the festival and enjoy the comprehensive program and of course also the typical meal!
September 5-21, 2014 17th Parma Ham Festival - Parma, Italy
Events involving gastronomy, performance and culture, exhibitions of paintings, concerts, mountain bike rides, trekking and children's activities will be held in municipalities of the Parma hills, the traditional production area for Prosciutto di Parma. Ham factories will open their doors to the public and give visitors the chance to watch the production process and take part in free tastings.
September 6-9, 2014 SANA 2014 - Bologna, Italy
26th International Exhibition of Organic and Natural Products. The show that has always supported the organic and natural produce sector in Italy and has continuously innovated to keep pace with the development and growth of this large sector.
September 10-12, 2014 8th European Organic Congress
Bari, Italy
Implementing Innovative Ecological Solutions for Farmers and Rural Communities.
September 17, 2014 Salted Anchovy & Olive Oil Feast
Monterosso al Mare, Italy
Festival of anchovies: tasting of salted anchovies with bruschette and wine of the Cinque Terre at Monterosso. Celebrated each year over the second weekend of September.
September 18-21, 2014 Vino al Vino - Panzano, Tuscany, Italy
The festival takes place in the main square of Panzano in the Chianti wine region of Tuscany. Wine from many of the Panzano wineries is available to be sampled. Enjoy a festive atmosphere with live music on Saturday and Sunday afternoon.
September 18-21, 2014 Taste of Roma - Rome, Italy
Foodie Heaven - A truly unique event where upmarket and knowledgeable 'foodies' come to sample stunning signature dishes from the latest, greatest and most exciting restaurants. (also: http://tasteofroma.it/ )
September 19-28, 2014 BavieraFest - La Spezia , Italy
A beer festival which aims at enhancement of typical products of Bavarian traditions: German beer, pork knuckle, sausages, Nuremberg, strudel, the famed and sought after giant pretzels (Bavarian bread), music, playground, and exhibition area.
October 23-27, 2014 Salone del Gusto and Terra Madre
Turin, Italy
Displaying the extraordinary diversity of food from all continents and uniting small-scale farmers and artisans from the north and south of the world who follow the principles of good, clean and fair production – food that is defined not only by excellent taste, but also environmental sustainability and social justice.
(also: www.terramadre.org )
November 6-9, 2014 Agrialp 2014 - Bolzano, Italy
Alpine Agricultural Fair.
November 7-9, 2014 BioLife 2014 - Bolzano, Italy
Fair of organic products.
November 8-10, 2014 Merano Wine Festival 2014
Merano, South Tyrol, Italy
The world’s most exclusive wine-event, a celebration and a showcase of the finest Italian and international wines. Selected producers –the heart and soul of the Festival – are on hand to illustrate their wines to professionals, enthusiasts and journalists, who meet in Merano to transform their passion for wine into a unique experience. The pleasures of the palate are combined with a delight for the eyes, because the Festival is held in the majestic rooms of the Kurhaus, an elegant historical building in the center of town. The result of the intense work of nine tasting committees, which selected the best wines from over 300 vineries from Italy and more than 120 international winemakers. In addition they chose the best delicatessen from over 100 food stores for the Merano WineFestival.
November 12-16, 2014 EIMA International - Bologna, Italy
International Agricultural Machinery and Technologies Exhibition.
November 20-22, 2014 Interpoma 2014 - Bolzano, Italy
International trade show for cultivation, storage and marketing of apples.
November 28-30, 2014 Taste of Christmas 2014
Verona, Venoto, Italy
Foodie Heaven - A truly unique event where upmarket and knowledgeable 'foodies' come to sample stunning signature dishes from the latest, greatest and most exciting restaurants of Verona.
November 29-Dec 1, 2014 Roma Food & Wine Festival
Rome, Italy
After the first two exciting editions in Milano, the Food & Wine Festival arrives to Rome on the top floor of Eataly. Delicious three days dedicated to the quality food and wine: 60 of the best winemakers coming from all over Italy, joined by 20 chefs are expected in the capital.
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2013 Italy 2013
Festivals, Shows, Exhibitions, Expos
waiting for new dates
April 7-10, 2013 Enolitech - Verona, Italy
The International Exhibition of Wine-Growing and Cellar Techniques & Olive-Growing and Olive Oil Technologies is a valid opportunity for all companies in the sector seeking to promote the best of their production on the market, present and introduce new applications and technologies.
April 11, 2013 Premio Internazionale del Vine - Rome, Italy
Wine Oscars are awarded to wines and wine producers for best sparkling wine, white wine, rose wine, red wine, quality/price ratio, foreign wine, sommelier, winery, wine teacher, and wine & gourmet cuisine journalist.
May 9-13, 2013 Slow Fish - Genoa, Italy
Dedicated to the world of fish and marine ecosystems, the event is organized by the Liguria Regional Authority and Slow Food.
May 17-26, 2013 Firenze Gelato Festival - Florence, Italy
Gelato, tastings, displays, workshops and more held in different squares around the city.
May 19-22, 2013 TUTTOFOOD 2013 - Milano, Italy
World Food Exhibition.
May 25-26, 2013 Cantine Aperte - Countrywide, Italy
Open Wineries Day, taking place across Italy, with wine tastings and other events--a great chance to sample local wines.
May 31-June 2, 2013 Milano Gelato Festival - Milan, Italy
Gelato, tastings, displays, workshops and more held in different squares around the city.
June 7-9, 2013 Torino Gelato Festival - Turin, Italy
Gelato, tastings, displays, workshops and more held in different squares around the city.
June 21-23, 2013 Roma Gelato Festival - Rome, Italy
Gelato, tastings, displays, workshops and more held in different squares around the city.
September 2-4, 2013 XVth Capsicum & Eggplant EUCARPIA Meeting
Torino, Italy
EUCARPIA (European Association for Plant Breeding Research). Capsicum and Eggplant Working Group Meeting. Meeting on Genetics and Breeding of Capsicum and Eggplant.
(also: www.chilepepperinstitute.org/events.php )
October 7-9, 2013 Vivi La Vendemmia
Subbiano, Arezzo Toscana, Italy
The Grape Harvest in Tuscany. The harvest will take place in Le Rancole close to Subbiano (15 km from Arezzo; 50 km from Florence) where Poggiotondo vineyards and cellar are located.
October 12-Nov 17, 2013 83rd International White Truffle Fair
Alba, Italy
The fair is held over several weekends in autumn. Sample dishes made with truffles, purchase truffles, foods, and arts/crafts.
November 12-15, 2013 2013 EFFoST Annual Meeting
Bologna, Italy
Organized by the European Federation of Food Science and Technology, the conference connects the integrated (broad) and specialized (focused) views on food to promote health, food security and sustainability for all.
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2012 Italy 2012
Exhibitions, Shows & Expos, Festivals
waiting for new dates
January 18-19, 2012 so fresh! 2012 - Bologna, Italy
Marca Fresh Lab--Exhibition for Italian producers in the variable weight food sector (fruit and vegetables, meat, fish, fresh-cut and ready-to-eat food) to promote the excellence of Made in Italy fresh foods.
Feb 25-28, 2012 Sapore: Tasting Experience - Rimini Fiera, Italy
SAPORE is a new event launched to represent in an in-depth modern and practical form all the beverage, food and seafood for the Ho.Re.Ca. channel, creating an absolutely unique appointment. Starting from the experience of six different expos (MIA, Frigus, Oro Giallo, MSE, DiVino Lounge and Pianeta Birra Beverage & Co), it redistributes companies´ proposals according to two consumption channels: bars and food service/catering.
February 25-28, 2012 Mediterranean Seafood Exhibition
Rimini Fiera, Italy
MSE is the only business to business expo event in the Mediterranean area which features the entire seafood chain: from fresh to frozen produce, oven-ready dishes to preserved specialities, not to mention equipment and processing systems.
February 25-28, 2012 MIA Int’l Food Show - Rimini Fiera, Italy
MIA International Food Show. My Taste is the section dedicated to products for catering, food specialties to Italian and foreign, organic and gluten products, which are attracting increasing attention is that of commercial catering.
Feb 25-28, 2012 Oro Giallo, Int’l Exhibition of Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Rimini Fiera, Italy
Four days to spread the culture of extra virgin olive oil, take stock of new technologies, explore important scientific issues, driving in sampling and analysis of the product the experts of the sector and the catering trade. Not to mention the business meeting between companies and foreign buyers present, organized by Rimini Fiera. During the festival are awarded the prestigious awards competition The Best Extra Virgin Olive Oils & quotOro Yellow.
February 25-28, 2012 Selezione Birra Beverage & Co
Rimini Fiera, Italy
The section of TASTE which consolidated its position in previous editions of absolute leadership in the international market as the only exhibition in Europe dedicated to beverages.
March 2-11, 2012 La Grande Festa Del Cioccolato - Turin, Italy
The Great Chocolate Festival. The festival attracts 700,000 visitors each year who consume more than 66,000 lbs of chocolate.
March 7-8, 2012 Italian Mineral Water Industry Conference
Venice, Italy
Organized by Zenith International in association with Mineracqua, the event incorporates plant tours, workshops and conference sessions.
May 7-10, 2012 Dolce Italia - Parma, Italy
5th Confectionery Exhibition. Once again Dolce Italia will multiply the commercial relations and the events dedicated to Italy’s unique confectionery industrial production. At Dolce Italia exhibitors will have the possibility to present the quality and the innovation of their product to national and international retailers and importers.
May 18-20, 2012 Medoliva - Arezzo, Italy
Exhibition of premium quality extra virgin olive oil of the Mediterranean area and its supply chain.
May 24-27, 2012 Eurocarne - Verona, Italy
25th international exhibition for the meat industry.
May 26, 2012 Slow Food Day - Various locations, Italy
More than 300 Italian convivia will celebrate the work and value of the association on this first national Slow Food Day.
August 3-5, 2012 Voghiera Garlic Festival - Voghiera, Ferrara, Italy
The 15th edition of the festival, held on the grounds of Castello del Belriguardo, will celebrate the region's garlic harvest with displays, garlic dishes at local restaurants, garlic poetry, and more.
September 26-28, 2012 Macfrut 2012 - Cesena, Italy
A meeting point and an opportunity to exchange ideas for the professionals of fruit and vegetables, from people who work in production and trade to those who work in logistics, packaging, and in the machinery and retail sectors.
November 9-12, 2012 Merano Wine Festival
Merano, South Tyrol, Italy
The 21st anniversary of one of the most prestigious wine & food events in Italy and one of the most elegant in Europe. Tasting & evaluation of over 5000 different wines with 10 tasting commettees and tasting & evaluation of over 400 various culinary delights.
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