A Guide to the White Truffle and Saints Fair in San Damiano d’Asti

From November 2 to 4,  the 13th edition of the National White Truffle Fair and Fiera dei Santi will be held in San Damiano d’Asti. This popular event celebrates the prestigious White Truffle (Tuber Magnatum Pico) and the exceptional culinary local traditions.
This year, in addition to the usual exhibitions of local products, tastings, and historic traditions, there’s an exciting new highlight: the nighttime truffle hunt, a unique and immersive experience open to all. On Saturday, November 2, starting at 9:00 PM, participants will walk into the woods near the hamlet of San Luigi, joining the “trifulau” (truffle hunters) for a thrilling night truffle search.

San Damiano d'Asti Fiera del Tartufo san luigi

This completely free experience will be accessible to everyone, thanks to a shuttle service operating from 9 PM, which will take participants from Piazza Libertà to San Luigi. Participants can also reach the simulation area directly at Cascina San Luigi, located at Borgata San Luigi 6. The activity will take place in small groups of about 15-30 people, accompanied by expert truffle hunters from the Associazione Tartufai Sandamianesi, along with their inseparable four-legged friends. For information and reservations, please contact commercio@comune.sandamiano.at.it.

San Damiano d'Asti Fiera del Tartufo

Can you see the misty hill behind me? That’s the meeting point for this experience, which I’m sure will be truly captivating!
In the woods behind the farmhouse, between San Luigi and Ripalda’s hamlet, truffle hunters will lead participants through the woods and vineyards to seek out the precious underground mushroom!

San Damiano d'Asti vigne autunno

In addition to the nighttime truffle hunt, visitors can also enjoy a variety of traditional activities during the weekend, such as exhibitions of the delicious white truffles, local gourmet product displays, bustling local markets, and live music performances. Whether you’re a food enthusiast or simply curious about Italian culture, this truffle fair is an unmissable event for anyone visiting the region.
The San Damiano d’Asti White Truffle Fair is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the autumnal atmosphere of these enchanting hills, which I find so fascinating!

San Damiano d'Asti vigne autunno san luigi

Here is the full program:
13th National White Truffle Fair and Saints Fair in San Damiano d’Asti – Fiera Nazionale del Tartufo Bianco e Fiera dei Santi
November 2, 3, 4, 2024 – San Damiano d’Asti
Saturday, November 2
5:30 PM – Piazza Libertà: Opening of the forest in the square
6:00 PM – Municipality Hall, Council Room: Presentation of the Truffle Fair
9:00 PM – Nighttime Truffle Hunt at the truffle forest in San Luigi, with shuttle service from Piazza Libertà (free and open to everyone)
Sunday, November 3
Piazza 1275 / Piazza Giovanni XXIII:
Agricultural Machinery Exhibition
Large Commercial Market in the town center
Baluardo Palestro: Small animal market exhibition
Piazza Libertà / Piazza Alfieri:
National Truffle Fair featuring an Exhibition of White Truffles, local gourmet products, and regional specialties
9:30 AM – Performance by Banda Alfiera and Majorettes Silver Girls from Villanova d’Asti
10:30 AM – Piazza Libertà: Simulated Truffle Hunt
11:00 AM – Piazza Libertà: Inauguration of the National Truffle Fair
12:00 PM – Piazza Libertà: National Truffle Fair Awards Ceremony
12:30 PM – Piazza Libertà: Tasting of Traditional Dishes with Truffle, prepared by the local Proloco of San Damiano d’Asti
Food stands from the Palio Committee and Wine Tastings by the Enoteca Regionale Colline Alfieri
3:30 PM – Piazza Libertà: Performance by Flag Wavers and Musicians from the Palio Committee and local gyms
Monday, November 4
Piazza Libertà:
Celebration of the Unity and Armed Forces Day
9:30 AM – Holy Mass at San Giuseppe Church, followed by a formal ceremony
Piazza 1275 / Piazza Giovanni XXIII:
Agricultural Machinery Exhibition
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM – Large Commercial Market in the town center, in conjunction with the weekly market
Throughout the Fair
Piazza Libertà: Forest in the Square
Piazza Stefanizzi: Luna Park
Upcoming Events:
December 8/9 – Historic Capon Fair
December 1/8/15 – Living Nativity Scene in the Magical Christmas Village and Christmas markets

Avete visto che atmosfere affascinanti tra le colline di San Luigi, a San Damiano d’Asti? Sulla collina nebbiosa alle mie spalle si terrà la cerca del tartufo guidata nella sera di sabato 2 novembre! Una serata che già mi immagino decisamente affascinante! Per maggiori informazioni, puoi leggere l’articolo in italiano sulla Fiera Nazionale del Tartufo Bianco di San Damiano e sulla Fiera dei Santi cliccando QUI.

fiera dei santi e tartufo bianco san damiano

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