From 16 to 25 October 2026, Arcidosso celebrates one of the most distinctive events of the Amiata autumn: Castagna in Festa, the festival dedicated to the fruit that symbolizes the woods of Mount Amiata.
For anyone visiting the area in October, the event is a good opportunity to combine the historic village of Arcidosso, the colours of the chestnut groves and a day devoted to local flavours. The calendar listed by tourist sources points to two festive weekends, with the main dates on 16-18 October and 23-25 October 2026.
Date and place
- When: from 16 to 25 October 2026, with events concentrated over the two weekends.
- Where: Arcidosso, on Mount Amiata, in the province of Grosseto.
- Theme: chestnuts, woodland products, local traditions and an autumn atmosphere in the historic centre.
Why visitors may be interested
Arcidosso is one of the most scenic gateways to Mount Amiata: the festival is a chance to discover the town in a season made for walks, tastings and slow visits. Before or after the event, you can combine it with the Aldobrandesca Fortress, the historic centre, the routes towards Monte Labbro and the other villages around Amiata.
The detailed programme may change from year to year: before travelling, it is worth checking the latest updates from the Pro Loco or local tourist channels, especially for times, food stands, markets, music and traffic information.
