The Bovolone Municipality will host the 746th edition of the San Biagio Agricultural Fair, a major event for the region’s agricultural and commercial sectors, from February 1 to 4. The annual fair, which combines tradition and innovation, draws thousands of visitors and exhibitors from around Italy, making it a highly anticipated event in the area.
Following the success of the 2024 edition, which featured nearly 300 exhibitors, this year’s fair—organized by Studio Grandi Eventi—aims to surpass expectations with an even richer program of attractions, exhibitions, and engaging activities.
A Wide exhibition area
The event will take place across multiple venues, including:
- The Covered Pavilion, showcasing agricultural innovations.
- Piazzale Aldo Moro, home to large-scale exhibitions.
- Palazzetto Le Muse, featuring a restaurant and thematic conferences.
- The Villages of Taste and Creativity along Via Garibaldi, highlighting artisanal and culinary excellence.
- The Sunday Market on Via Bellevere, offering local products.
- The traditional Luna Park, providing entertainment for all ages.
Key attractions
Visitors can look forward to a variety of exclusive experiences, including:
- The Animal Farm, featuring the beloved Baptism of the Saddle, where children can enjoy a first horseback ride.
- The Tasting Area and Gourmet Street Food, offering a journey through regional and international flavors.
- Agri-food exhibitions, showcasing the excellence of local producers.
- Special guest appearances, including Stefano Cantiero, renowned journalist and food storyteller.
- Live demonstrations of plowing and agricultural techniques, organized by Coldiretti Giovani Verona.
A free shuttle train service will be available on Saturday and Sunday, running between Piazzale Mulino and Piazzale Aldo Moro, making it easy for visitors to explore the fair.
Flavors and traditions at the heart of the fair
At the Village of Flavors, visitors can rediscover the region’s rich culinary and artisanal heritage through live demonstrations led by top artisans.
- Saturday, February 1
- The Zoldani Gelato Makers will create traditional gelato using ancient manual machines.
- Pierluigi Perbellini will celebrate Carnival with his famous fritole, a classic Venetian sweet.
- Sunday, February 2
- Isacco de Fanti will prepare pelao, a historic pork-based dish.
- Laura Brunelli, from Malga Campegno, will make gnochi sbatùi, served with golden butter and smoked ricotta.
- Tuesday, February 3
- Dino Garzotto will showcase the traditional art of making mandorlato, a beloved Italian nougat.
- Federico Molinari will share the secrets behind his renowned sfogliatine, revealing the story behind this sweet delight.