# Artisanal chocolate festivals in Italy > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/artisanal-chocolate-festivals-in-italy > Updated: 2026-10-02T17:44:50.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. Several Italian cities have announced schedules for artisanal chocolate festivals in October 2026. In Campobasso, the Choco Italia fair is set for October 1 to October 4, focusing on short supply chains and manual craftsmanship. Ascoli Piceno will host its eighth Festa del Cioccolato from October 9 to 11, featuring master chocolatiers and educational workshops for schools. Further details emerged regarding the festival in Cosenza, which marks its 23rd year. Scheduled for October 22 to 25, the Cosenza event will include tastings, workshops, and a competition, featuring the ‘Peccato Bruzio’ praline as its 2026 symbol. ## Claims - The 23rd edition of the Chocolate Festival in Cosenza is promoted by CNA Cosenza and Publiepa. (single source) - The 2026 edition of the festival will be held from October 22 to 25. (single source) - The event will take place along corso Mazzini at the Museo all’Aperto Bilotti (MAB). (single source) - A new prize of 5,000 euros in communication services has been announced for the competition. (single source) - The 'Peccato Bruzio' praline, created by Isabella Mascaro, is the symbol of the 2026 edition. (single source) - The eighth edition of the Chocolate Festival in Ascoli Piceno will take place from October 9 to 11. (single source) - The Ascoli Piceno festival will be held in Piazza del Popolo. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-02: Chocolate festivals announced for Ascoli Piceno and Cosenza Italian chocolate festivals are approaching, with Ascoli Piceno hosting its eighth edition in October, and Cosenza preparing its 23rd annual event for October 2026. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chocolate-festivals-announced-for-ascoli-piceno-and-cosenza ### 2026-09-30: Artisanal chocolate festivals announced for Campobasso and Ascoli Piceno Italian cities Campobasso and Ascoli Piceno are hosting artisanal chocolate festivals featuring master chocolatiers, educational workshops, and traditional gastronomic products. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/artisanal-chocolate-festivals-announced-for-campobasso-and-ascoli-piceno --- Cite as: Artisanal chocolate festivals in Italy. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/artisanal-chocolate-festivals-in-italy