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Welcome to the Sagra delle Castagne 2026 in Marradi
On four Sundays in October 2026, the small mountain town of Marradi in the Tuscan Mugello, close to the border with Emilia Romagna, becomes one of Italy's most famous stages for chestnuts. Since the 1960s, the festival has celebrated the prized Marrone di Marradi, filling the narrow streets of the old town with the smell of roasted chestnuts.
Highlights and Attractions at the Sagra delle Castagne in Marradi
- Freshly roasted chestnuts (bruciate/caldarroste) sold straight from stalls in the historic center
- Local specialties such as tortelli di marroni, castagnaccio and the famous torta di marroni
- Themed areas including the Bosco dell'Artigianato showcasing local craftsmanship
- Live music, street performers and folklore throughout the old town
- A historic steam train service along the Florence to Faenza line often runs during the festival weekends
- Free shuttle buses connecting parking areas with the town center on festival days
- One of Tuscany's oldest and most established chestnut festivals
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Program and Schedule: What to Expect in 2026
The Sagra delle Castagne traditionally runs on four consecutive Sundays in October, taking place throughout the day across the historic center. Alongside the chestnut stalls, visitors can expect live music, craft markets and family friendly activities. A detailed day by day program for 2026 is published by the Pro Loco Marradi ahead of the event.
Tickets and Admission for the Sagra delle Castagne 2026
Entry to the festival is free. Payment is made directly at individual stalls for food and drink, and a portion of roasted chestnuts typically costs only a few euros. No central ticket is needed to attend.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Marradi
- Arriving by train along the Florence to Faenza line is a particularly popular and stress free option during the sagra
- Since Marradi is a small town, accommodation nearby should be booked well in advance
- Warm clothing is recommended, since Marradi sits in the mountains and October days can turn cool
- Comfortable shoes make it easier to walk through the narrow old town streets when crowds are large
Nearby: Other Sagra delle Castagne Festivals
Marradi may be Tuscany's most famous chestnut festival, but it is far from the only one. Across northern and central Italy, small communities celebrate their local chestnut harvest on their own weekends throughout September and October.
- Palazzuolo sul Senio (Tuscany): A neighboring town to Marradi in the Mugello, also known for its own October chestnut celebration with a quieter, more village style atmosphere
- Villafranca in Lunigiana (Tuscany): A chestnut festival in the historic center of the Lunigiana area, typically held on October weekends with local chestnut products and craft stalls
- Caprese Michelangelo (Tuscany): A chestnut festival in Michelangelo's birthplace in the province of Arezzo, usually toward the end of October
- Soriano nel Cimino (Lazio): Known for the protected Marrone di Soriano IGP, with a long standing autumn festival built around the chestnut
- Montella (Campania): Home of the Castagna di Montella IGP, hosting one of southern Italy's best known chestnut festivals in October
- Cuneo (Piedmont): The Fiera Nazionale del Marrone is considered one of Italy's largest chestnut fairs and also takes place in October
