Festival del Prosciutto di Parma 2027, Italy

Cosa aspettarsi nel 2027

Festival del Prosciutto di Parma 2027 will celebrate Prosciutto di Parma PDO in Langhirano, the heart of the Parma Ham production area in Emilia-Romagna. The festival combines gastronomy, local culture, entertainment and opportunities to discover how Parma Ham is produced and traditionally enjoyed.

The programme is expected to feature tastings, food demonstrations, cultural activities, entertainment, producer presentations and the popular Open Doors initiative, which allows visitors to visit participating ham factories and learn directly about the production process.

The 2027 edition is planned for September 2027, with the exact dates still to be confirmed.

Date degli eventi

Festival del Prosciutto di Parma 2027 is planned for September 2027 in Langhirano, Italy.

The exact 2027 schedule has not yet been announced. Visitors should check the official festival website for the confirmed programme before arranging travel.

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Sede e sede del festival

The main festival setting is Langhirano, a town in the hills south of Parma that lies within the protected production area of Prosciutto di Parma. Festival activities traditionally spread across the town centre, including squares, streets, food stands, cultural spaces and the Prosciutto di Parma Museum.

Posizione principale: Langhirano, Province of Parma, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Festival areas: Central Langhirano, Piazza Garibaldi, Piazza G. Ferrari, Via Mazzini, Via del Popolo, Via Vittorio Veneto and surrounding areas

The exact 2027 locations will depend on the final programme.

Trasporti pubblici e parcheggio

Langhirano can be reached from Parma by regional road and bus connections. Visitors travelling without a car can use Parma as a transport hub and continue towards Langhirano by local public transport.

During the festival, central streets and public spaces may experience increased pedestrian traffic and temporary restrictions. Visitors arriving by car should follow local signs and use designated parking areas outside or around the busiest festival zones.

Because some festival activities take place throughout the town, parking close to an individual event location may not always be available.

Aree di alloggio

Langhirano: The most convenient choice for visitors who want to stay close to the festival programme, food stands, restaurants and cultural activities.

Parma: A practical base with a wider range of hotels, restaurants and transport connections, while remaining within easy reach of Langhirano.

Felino: A nearby destination associated with Parma’s food heritage and suitable for visitors exploring the surrounding countryside.

Torrechiara: A scenic area close to Langhirano, particularly suitable for visitors combining the festival with visits to the surrounding hills and historic attractions.

Collecchio: Another option for visitors who prefer accommodation outside Langhirano while remaining in the Parma area.

Punti salienti su cibo e bevande

Prosciutto di Parma PDO is the central attraction, with the festival providing opportunities to taste the ham and learn about its traditional production and food pairings.

Highlights can include:

• Prosciutto di Parma PDO tastings
• Parma Ham paired with local products
• Culatello di Zibello PDO
• Traditional cured meats
• Parmigiano Reggiano and other regional cheeses
• Fresh pasta and traditional Emilia-Romagna dishes
• Pani e prodotti da forno locali
• Vini regionali
• Gastronomic demonstrations
• Food and wine pairing sessions

The festival also promotes the wider food culture of the Parma area rather than focusing exclusively on ham.

Accessibilità

Festival activities take place in public streets, squares, restaurants, exhibition areas and other venues around Langhirano. Accessibility therefore varies depending on the individual location.

Visitors with mobility requirements should check specific venues and event locations in advance. Pedestrian areas and temporary festival installations may affect routes through the town centre.

The organizers can provide additional information about particular activities and access arrangements through the official contact details.

I giorni migliori a cui partecipare

The best time to visit depends on the type of experience visitors want from the festival.

For food enthusiasts: Choose programme periods featuring the main tastings, Prosciutto di Parma presentations and food-and-wine pairing activities.

For producer visits: Look for Open Doors activities, where participating producers open their facilities to visitors and explain the Parma Ham production process.

For entertainment: The main festival programme generally combines food activities with concerts, performances, markets and other public events.

For a quieter experience: Weekday activities or less crowded programme periods may provide more time for museum visits and exploring Langhirano.

Momenti salienti dell'anno precedente

Recent editions have combined Prosciutto di Parma tastings with producer activities, cooking shows, cultural events, entertainment and visits to local production facilities.

The Open Doors initiative has remained one of the festival’s central attractions, giving visitors the opportunity to enter participating ham factories, meet producers and see how Parma Ham moves through its traditional production process.

Recent programmes have also included the Prosciutto di Parma Museum, guided visits, food-and-wine tastings, gastronomic stands, markets, concerts, exhibitions and activities throughout Langhirano.

Programma completo di cibo e bevande

The food programme centres on Prosciutto di Parma PDO and the culinary traditions of the Parma production area.

I visitatori possono aspettarsi una combinazione di:

• Prosciutto di Parma tasting stands
• Gastronomic verandas and local restaurants
• Producer presentations
• Food and wine pairings
• Dimostrazioni culinarie
• Taste laboratories
• Cured-meat specialities
• Formaggi regionali
• Traditional Emilia-Romagna dishes
• Local wine presentations
• Open Doors producer visits
• Food-focused cultural presentations

Recent festival programmes have included dedicated Prosciutto stands, gastronomic verandas and tasting laboratories pairing Parma Ham and other regional products with wines from the Colli di Parma area.

Cibi e specialità in evidenza

Prosciutto di Parma PDO: The festival’s principal speciality, produced within the officially defined Parma Ham production area and identified by the Parma Crown certification mark.

Culatello di Zibello PDO: Another renowned cured-meat speciality from the Parma area, featured in festival tasting activities alongside Prosciutto di Parma.

Parmigiano Reggiano: The famous regional cheese is a natural pairing with Parma Ham and other local specialities.

Traditional pasta: Visitors can encounter classic Emilia-Romagna preparations served alongside local cured meats and cheeses.

Local baked products: Bread, focaccia and other regional bakery products provide traditional accompaniments to the festival’s food programme.

Regional specialities: The programme also highlights products and dishes from the wider Parma hills and surrounding communities.

Ristoranti, venditori e produttori

Festival food areas traditionally include temporary Prosciutto stands, local restaurants, delicatessens, pastry shops, bars and other food businesses throughout Langhirano.

Recent programmes have included venues such as Bar Montelupo, Bar Belvedere, Bar Ristorante Al Posta, Bar Arizona, Bar Il Caveau, Bar Charly, Bar Il Gambero, Salumeria Ugolotti, Trattoria della Gallina, Dolci Pensieri and the restaurant at the Prosciutto di Parma Museum.

The exact participating businesses and producers for 2027 will be confirmed when the official programme is released.

Selezione di vini, birra e bevande

Regional wine plays an important role in the festival’s food-pairing programme. Previous activities have paired Prosciutto di Parma and other local foods with wines from the Colli di Parma area.

Visitors can also find beer, soft drinks, water, coffee and other beverages at local bars, restaurants and festival food areas.

The exact 2027 beverage selection will depend on the participating producers and hospitality venues.

Degustazioni, dimostrazioni culinarie e laboratori

Tastings are a major part of Festival del Prosciutto di Parma, allowing visitors to experience the flavour and texture of Parma Ham while learning about appropriate food pairings.

Recent editions have included dedicated taste laboratories featuring Prosciutto di Parma PDO, Culatello di Zibello PDO and local wines.

Cooking demonstrations and show-cooking events also form part of the wider programme. Previous opening programmes have featured chefs presenting entertaining culinary demonstrations alongside festival activities.

The Open Doors programme provides a different type of educational experience, taking visitors inside participating ham factories to learn about the production cycle directly from producers.

Tipi di biglietti e opzioni d'ingresso

Much of the main street festival is accessible to the public without a general admission ticket.

Some individual activities may require advance reservations or separate admission.

General festival access: Gratis

Prosciutto di Parma Museum Festival Special: Previous edition pricing was approximately $3.51 for the reduced festival admission.

Open Doors: Previous edition pricing was approximately $2.34 for adults, with free admission for visitors under 18.

Masterclass: Previous edition pricing was approximately $17.55 per participant.

The exact 2027 prices and reservation requirements will be confirmed by the organizers.

Esperienze VIP e premium

Festival del Prosciutto di Parma is primarily a public gastronomic and cultural event rather than a conventional VIP festival.

However, visitors seeking a more specialized experience can look for reserved tastings, producer visits and masterclasses. Open Doors is particularly valuable for visitors interested in the production of Prosciutto di Parma because it provides access to participating ham factories and direct contact with producers.

Any special hospitality packages, invitation-only activities or premium experiences for 2027 will be announced with the official programme.

Regole dell'evento

Visitors should follow the instructions provided by festival staff, individual venues and participating producers.

Reservations: Activities requiring advance booking should be reserved through the official booking channels.

Food allergies: Ask individual food vendors or restaurants about ingredients before eating.

Producer visits: Visitors must follow safety instructions when entering ham-production facilities.

Public areas: Follow temporary pedestrian routes, traffic restrictions and instructions from local authorities.

Fotografia: Follow individual venue rules, particularly inside production facilities.

Cambiamenti nel programma: Individual activities, locations and participating businesses may change before or during the festival.

Come arrivarci

In auto: Langhirano is located south of Parma and is accessible by road from Parma and other parts of Emilia-Romagna. Driving is convenient for visitors who want to explore the surrounding food-producing countryside.

In treno: Visitors can travel to Parma railway station and continue towards Langhirano using local road or bus connections.

In autobus: Regional and local bus services connect Parma with communities in the surrounding hills, including Langhirano.

Per via aerea: Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport and other airports serving northern Italy can be used by international visitors, followed by onward rail or road travel towards Parma and Langhirano.

Biglietti ufficiali

The official festival website is the main source for the 2027 programme, reservations, Open Doors information, museum access and any ticketed activities.

Home Page Festival del Prosciutto 2026

Telefono: 0521 246 211

E-mail: info@prosciuttodiparma.com

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