# Local food and nature festivals in Greece

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/local-food-and-nature-festivals-in-greece
> Updated: 2026-09-23T07:00:02.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Various local festivals are being held in Greek villages to celebrate regional nature and traditions. In Taxiarhis, the 43rd annual Mushroom Festival featured culinary specialties, seminars, and traditional dances to highlight the heritage of the Holomontas region.

In Ano Kerasovo, the 18th Chestnut Festival is scheduled to include the inaugural ‘Arakynthos Trail Run’ and an exhibition of local products, with proceeds intended to support municipal homeless structures.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-23: Ano Kerasovo to host 18th Chestnut Festival and trail run

Ano Kerasovo will host the 18th Chestnut Festival and the Arakynthos Trail Run on October 17-18, 2026, featuring local products, music, and charity support for Agrinio's homeless structures.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ano-kerasovo-to-host-18th-chestnut-festival-and-trail-run

### 2026-09-21: Taxiarhis hosts 43rd annual Mushroom Festival

The village of Taxiarhis held its 43rd annual Mushroom Festival, featuring culinary tastings, seminars, and traditional dances to celebrate the local culture and nature of the Chalkidiki region.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/taxiarhis-hosts-43rd-annual-mushroom-festival

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