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From 24 April to 3 May 2026, Ascoli Piceno will once again become the capital of fried specialities with Fritto Misto all'italiana, one of the most eagerly anticipated culinary events of the Italian spring. Now in its 22nd edition, the event celebrates one of the most popular traditions in Italian cuisine under the slogan 'Ne abbiamo fritte di tutti i colori' ('We've fried them in every shape and form').
For ten days, the city's historic centre will welcome visitors and street food enthusiasts on a grand culinary journey through different regions, traditions and food cultures. Due to ongoing works in Piazza Arringo, the 2026 edition will take place in the Campo Squarcia and Forte Malatesta area, which will host food stalls and the traditional Palafritto, the heart of the event.
The festival is a veritable journey through the traditions of Italian and international fried food, with each region bringing its own flavours and recipes. The stars of the show are, of course, Ascoli olives, a symbol of the local cuisine, alongside numerous specialities from all over Italy: Panzerotti from Puglia, Arancini from Sicily, Cuoppo from Naples, Baccalà and Supplì from the Roman tradition, as well as Gnocco Fritto from Emilia-Romagna, Agnolotti from Piedmont and Fritture di Paranza (deep-fried seafood). The culinary journey also extends to global flavours, with international offerings such as tacos, burritos, gyozas, empanadas and spring rolls, while those with a sweet tooth will find a wide selection of traditional Italian fried desserts.
One of the event's distinctive features is its focus on inclusivity and sustainability. A gluten-free stand, set up in collaboration with AIC – Associazione Italiana Celiachia Marche, also enables visitors with coeliac disease to enjoy the event's specialities. The event also maintains a strong commitment to sustainability, using recyclable materials and plastic-free solutions.
Held in the historic heart of Ascoli Piceno, Fritto Misto offers an opportunity to discover the town and experience one of the most eagerly anticipated food events of the Marche region's spring.
