Truffle and Honey Fair of Casteggio – 40th Edition

On Sunday, 8 November 2026, the OltrExpo exhibition centre in Casteggio hosts the historic Truffle and Honey Fair, celebrating the flavours and traditions of the Oltrepò Pavese area.

Autumn in the Oltrepò Pavese is also the season of local produce and traditional events that celebrate the region’s heritage. On Sunday, 8 November 2026, Casteggio will host the 40th edition of the Truffle and Honey Fair, a long-established event dedicated to two products that capture the aromas and flavours of the autumn season.

The event will take place at the OltrExpo exhibition centre in Casteggio, in the heart of the Oltrepò Pavese, making use of all the exhibition halls at the recently renovated venue.

Truffles and honey: local traditions and flavours

The Truffle and Honey Fair is one of the Oltrepò Pavese’s historic events dedicated to truffles, a prized seasonal delicacy. Now in its 40th edition, the fair offers an opportunity to rediscover local food traditions and appreciate the importance of products closely connected to the area.

Truffles are prized for their distinctive aroma and their use in cooking, while honey is a natural product that reflects the work of beekeepers and the close relationship between the environment, biodiversity and agriculture. Different in character, these two specialities share the ability to express the distinctive flavours of the local area.

The fair is part of the autumn calendar of food and wine events in the Province of Pavia, offering another reason to visit Casteggio and discover the landscapes, villages and traditions of the Oltrepò Pavese.

OltrExpo, Casteggio’s exhibition centre

The 40th edition will be held at OltrExpo, an important venue for exhibitions and events in Casteggio and throughout the Oltrepò Pavese.

Following renovation and modernisation works, all the exhibition halls will be available to host the fair and its activities.

The choice of OltrExpo highlights Casteggio’s role as a key destination for local events and as a meeting place for traditions, local products and public initiatives.

What to do in Casteggio during the Truffle and Honey Fair

The fair is also an opportunity to spend a day exploring the Oltrepò Pavese, an area known for its vineyards, rolling hills and rich food and wine heritage.

Visitors to Casteggio can combine their visit to the fair with an itinerary through the surrounding hilltop villages, discovering local wine producers and traditional Pavia specialities. Autumn is also an ideal time to admire the changing colours of the countryside and learn more about the agricultural traditions that characterise this part of Lombardy.

Practical information

Event: 40th Truffle and Honey Fair
Date: Sunday, 8 November 2026
Venue: OltrExpo exhibition centre
Town: Casteggio, Province of Pavia
Area: Oltrepò Pavese, Lombardy, Italy

For further details about opening hours, the daily programme and any additional activities, visitors are advised to check the organisers’ official updates.

The Truffle and Honey Fair returns to Casteggio to celebrate 40 years of tradition, bringing together local produce, food culture and the exhibition heritage of the Oltrepò Pavese.