Peperoncino Festival 2027, Diamante, Italy

À quoi s’attendre en 2027

Peperoncino Festival 2027 will bring the annual celebration of chilli peppers, Calabrian food, gastronomy and Mediterranean culture back to Diamante on the Tyrrhenian coast of Calabria. The festival is organized around the Italian Academy of Chilli Pepper and combines food tastings with cooking demonstrations, cultural activities, entertainment and displays dedicated to the many uses of peperoncino.

Visitors can expect a lively atmosphere throughout the town, with food stalls, chilli-based specialities, traditional Calabrian products and activities connected with the region’s culinary heritage. The programme is expected to include a mixture of gastronomic events, educational activities, shows and entertainment.

The 2027 edition is scheduled for September 2027, but the exact festival dates have not yet been announced.

Dates des événements

Peperoncino Festival 2027 is planned for September 2027 in Diamante, Calabria.

The exact 2027 dates are currently to be confirmed. Visitors planning their trip should check the official festival website for the final announcement before booking travel or accommodation.

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Lieu et site du festival

The festival takes place across central areas of Diamante, a coastal town widely associated with Calabria’s chilli-pepper culture. Events, food stands and entertainment are spread through public spaces in and around the historic centre and seafront areas.

The town itself forms an important part of the festival experience, allowing visitors to combine the food programme with walks through Diamante’s streets, murals and seaside setting.

Main location: Diamante, Province of Cosenza, Calabria, Italy

Festival setting: Historic centre, streets, squares and public areas of Diamante

Full food & drink programme

The food programme focuses on peperoncino and its role in Calabrian and Italian cuisine. Visitors can sample dishes and products in which chilli peppers are used as a seasoning, ingredient or preserved speciality.

Expected programme elements include:

• Chilli-based Calabrian dishes
• Traditional regional specialities
• Fresh and dried peperoncino
• Spicy sauces and preserves
• Local cheeses, cured meats and breads
• Pasta and other traditional preparations
• Calabrian sweets and speciality foods
• Food tastings and demonstrations
• Local agricultural and artisan products
• Gastronomic presentations centred on chilli peppers

The festival also highlights the wider culinary culture of Calabria, making it more than a chilli tasting event.

Featured foods & specialties

Peperoncino is the central ingredient of the festival, with different varieties and preparations presented throughout the event. Visitors can encounter chilli peppers in fresh, dried, powdered, preserved and sauce-based forms.

Calabrian cuisine is strongly represented, including traditional products that pair naturally with spicy flavours. Depending on the annual programme, visitors may find pasta dishes, cured meats, cheeses, breads, sauces and other regional specialities.

The festival is also an opportunity to learn about different chilli varieties, their characteristics and how they are used in cooking.

Restaurants, vendors & producers

Food vendors and local producers form an important part of the festival atmosphere. Temporary stands give visitors opportunities to taste and purchase chilli products alongside traditional Calabrian foods.

Local restaurants in Diamante also provide an opportunity to experience regional cuisine outside the festival programme. The exact list of participating vendors and producers for 2027 is expected to be published closer to the event.

Visitors can look for:

• Calabrian food producers
• Chilli growers and specialists
• Artisan food businesses
• Local restaurants
• Producers of sauces and preserves
• Regional speciality-food vendors

Wine, beer & beverage selection

The festival’s beverage offering complements the food and chilli-focused programme, with opportunities to sample drinks associated with Calabria and Italian cuisine.

Depending on the final 2027 programme, visitors may encounter regional wines, beer, soft drinks and other beverages suitable for pairing with spicy dishes. The exact participating producers and beverage programme should be confirmed by the organizers.

Tastings, cooking demos & workshops

Tastings and culinary demonstrations are among the main attractions of Peperoncino Festival. These activities allow visitors to experience different chilli varieties while learning about their culinary uses.

Cooking demonstrations can show how peperoncino is incorporated into traditional dishes and modern recipes. Educational activities may also cover cultivation, varieties, preservation and the cultural importance of chilli peppers.

Workshops and presentations can vary from one edition to another, so the detailed 2027 programme should be checked after its official release.

Ticket types & entry options

The festival is primarily a public street and town-centre celebration, with many outdoor activities accessible to visitors without a general festival admission ticket.

Some individual activities, tastings, performances or special experiences may have separate requirements or availability limits. The organizers are expected to publish specific access information for the 2027 programme closer to the event.

General festival access: Gratuit

Special activities: Check individual programme details

2027 ticket information: To be confirmed

VIP & premium experiences

Peperoncino Festival does not operate primarily as a conventional ticketed VIP festival. Its main experience takes place through public areas of Diamante and is designed around food, culture, entertainment and community participation.

Special dinners, tastings, presentations or hospitality activities may be offered as part of the annual programme. If any premium or invitation-based experiences are introduced for 2027, their access conditions will be announced by the organizers.

Règles de l’épreuve

Visitors should follow the festival’s instructions and any rules applying to individual activities, food areas and public spaces.

Food and tasting areas: Follow vendor instructions and respect designated serving areas.

Public spaces: Keep streets, squares and event areas clear and follow directions from staff.

Children: Parents or accompanying adults should supervise children throughout the festival.

Food allergies: Ask individual vendors about ingredients and preparation methods before consuming food.

Programme changes: Activities, performers, vendors and locations may change according to the official programme.

Comment y arriver

Diamante is located on Calabria’s Tyrrhenian coast and can be reached by road and rail.

En voiture : The town is connected with the wider Calabria road network, making driving a practical option for visitors travelling from other parts of the region.

Par train : Diamante-Buonvicino railway station provides rail access to the town and connects the area with other destinations along the Tyrrhenian coast.

Par avion : Visitors travelling from outside Calabria can consider airports serving the region and continue to Diamante by train, car or other ground transportation.

Because festival activities take place around the town, visitors staying centrally can generally reach many programme areas on foot.

Transports en commun et stationnement

Public transport connections to Diamante include regional rail services and local road connections.

Parking availability can become more limited during the festival because the event attracts visitors to the centre and surrounding streets. Drivers should use designated parking areas and follow temporary traffic restrictions or directions issued during the festival.

Travelling by train can be convenient for visitors who want to avoid central-city parking and traffic.

Zones d’hébergement

Visitors can stay in Diamante itself or choose accommodation in nearby coastal towns.

Diamante: The most convenient option for visitors who want to stay close to the festival atmosphere, restaurants, seafront and central event areas.

Cirella: A nearby coastal area offering accommodation and access to Diamante.

Belvedere Marittimo: A neighbouring town with additional hotels, holiday accommodation and restaurants.

Scalea: A larger nearby coastal destination with a broader choice of accommodation and transport connections.

Booking early is advisable during the festival period because accommodation demand can increase significantly.

Food & drink highlights

The main gastronomic attraction is the wide use of peperoncino in Calabrian cuisine. Visitors can experience chilli in forms ranging from fresh peppers to sauces, preserved products and prepared dishes.

Highlights may include:

• Fresh and dried Calabrian chilli peppers
• Spicy sauces and preserves
• Traditional Calabrian pasta dishes
• Regional cured meats and cheeses
• Artisan breads and savoury products
• Local wines and other beverages
• Cooking demonstrations
• Chilli-focused tastings
• Regional food producers
• Traditional recipes and modern chilli creations

Accessibilité

Because many festival activities take place outdoors in public streets and squares, accessibility can vary depending on the individual location.

Visitors with mobility requirements should consider the historic-centre layout, pedestrian areas and temporary event installations when planning their visit. Where possible, check with the organizers for information about accessible routes, facilities and specific venues.

For accessibility-related questions, visitors can contact the festival organizers before travelling.

Meilleurs jours à assister

Since the exact 2027 programme and dates have not yet been announced, the best time to attend will depend on the final schedule of tastings, demonstrations, performances and special events.

Visitors interested primarily in food should look for programme periods featuring the largest concentration of tastings, cooking activities and producer presentations.

Those interested in entertainment and the wider festival atmosphere may prefer the busiest programme periods, when more public activities are taking place across Diamante.

Faits marquants de l’année précédente

Previous editions of Peperoncino Festival have established the event as a major celebration of chilli pepper culture in Calabria, combining gastronomy with entertainment, education and cultural activities.

The festival has traditionally featured chilli products, food tastings, cooking activities, exhibitions, performances and presentations connected with peperoncino. Its programme also reflects the work of the Italian Academy of Chilli Pepper in promoting knowledge and appreciation of the ingredient.

The event’s combination of regional cuisine, specialist chilli culture and activities throughout Diamante makes the festival distinctive within Calabria’s annual food calendar.

Billets officiels

Peperoncino Festival is centered on public events throughout Diamante, and general access is typically free. Individual activities may have their own participation requirements.

For official 2027 programme announcements, participation information and any ticketed activities, visitors should consult the official festival website:

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Contact: 0985 81130 – 0985 877721

Courriel : accademia@peperoncino.org

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