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Welcome to EuroChocolate 2026 in Perugia
From November 13 to 22, 2026, the medieval center of Perugia in Umbria becomes the capital of chocolate. Since 1994, EuroChocolate has been one of the largest chocolate festivals in Europe, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors from across Italy and abroad every year.
Highlights and Attractions at EuroChocolate in Perugia
- Countless stands from major brands and small chocolate makers spread across the old town
- Elaborate chocolate sculptures set right in the historic streets
- Tastings, workshops and cooking shows built around cocoa and chocolate
- The 2026 theme, Fate Dolci, invites visitors to actively take part in creating sweets rather than just tasting them
- Città del Cioccolato, a dedicated chocolate museum spanning over 2,800 square meters
- A ten day festival spread across central squares such as Piazza Italia, Piazza della Repubblica, Corso Vannucci and Via Mazzini
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Program and Schedule: What to Expect in 2026
Over ten days, the old town of Perugia fills with stands, workshops, sculpting demonstrations and tastings. Beyond simply wandering the streets, visitors can join guided tastings and hands on classes where pastry chefs help them create their own chocolate treats. Exact daily hours for each program point will be published on the official website.
Tickets and Admission for EuroChocolate Perugia
Access to the festival and the walk through the old town are completely free. Certain offerings, such as guided tastings, special workshops or tasting cards good for several samples across different stands, may carry a small extra cost that the organizers set each year.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Perugia
- Perugia is well connected by train from Rome and Florence
- Since the festival takes place across the hilly old town, comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Accommodation should be booked well in advance given the large number of visitors
- Early to mid November tends to bring cool, sometimes damp weather to Umbria, so a warm jacket is a good idea
- Anyone planning tastings can look into cards offering several samples across different stands
