Hostaria Verona

🍇 Hostaria Verona 2025 – The Festival of Wine and Taste in the Heart of the City
Every October, Verona turns into an open-air tasting trail thanks to Hostaria, the festival that celebrates wine, local flavors, and the most authentic atmosphere of this timeless city.

Just steps away from the Arena, through alleys, squares, and historic courtyards, Hostaria welcomes thousands of visitors for three days of flavor, tradition, and discovery.


🗓 When it takes place
The 2025 edition of Hostaria Verona will be held from October 17th to 19th.
Three vibrant days during which the city center comes alive with wine stands, tastings, music, performances, and cultural events.

Opening hours:

Friday: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

📍 Where it takes place
The festival path winds through some of the most beautiful and central areas of Verona:

Piazza Bra
Via Roma
Piazza dei Signori
Cortile del Mercato Vecchio
Cortile del Tribunale
Piazza Indipendenza Gardens
The squares and streets are transformed into “wine roads”, where every corner tells a story of flavor, territory, and tradition.


🍷 The stars: wine and local excellence
More than 100 wineries take part in the event, offering over 350 wine labels to taste.
Visitors can purchase an official tasting kit that includes:

Wine glass
Neck pouch for the glass
Tasting tokens
Event map
It’s the perfect opportunity to explore the best of local wine production, from Valpolicella to Soave, Bardolino, and beyond.


🧀 Must-see thematic areas
The Ancient Olive Oil Loggia: a dedicated space for extra virgin Garda DOP olive oil, with tastings and workshops.
Monte Veronese Village: a tribute to the Monte Veronese DOP cheese, with hands-on experiences for both adults and children.
Le Sbecolerie: a street food zone offering local and regional delicacies from all over Italy.
La Foresteria: a welcoming space for wines and typical products from guest regions, with folk music and shows.
The Way of the Bees: a 2025 addition, focused on honey and mead, the ancient fermented drink made from honey.
El Canton di Hostaria: a sensory area with guided tastings and food & wine experiences.

🎭 Culture, music, and entertainment
Hostaria is more than wine and food — it’s a cultural festival.
Throughout the three days, the city hosts:

Live concerts in squares and courtyards
Cooking classes and tasting workshops
Street performances and artistic shows
Family-friendly activities
Talks and meetings with producers

💛 A festival that gives back
The 2025 edition supports the social project Casa di Deborah, a day center for teens and young adults.
Part of the proceeds from the event will go toward funding this important initiative.


🧭 How to join the event
Entry to the event is free, but tasting requires the purchase of the official kit.
Some ticket options include access to Verona’s public transportation — a convenient option for visitors staying in the city.


🎯 A perfect way to experience Verona
Hostaria is more than just an event — it’s an experience.
For anyone visiting Verona in October, this is a unique chance to taste the region, walk through beauty and flavor, and live like a local.

If you’re looking for a true, unforgettable way to discover the city, Hostaria is not to be missed.


🛏️ Where to stay during Hostaria
If you want to fully enjoy the festival, the best choice is to stay in the city center so you can explore everything on foot.
Just a short stroll from the Arena and right in the heart of the action, you’ll find La Merope Guest House de Charme — a welcoming, elegant, and quiet vacation rental, ideal for unwinding after a day of tastings, music, and vibrant city life.

Staying at La Merope means experiencing Verona with comfort, charm, and the perfect location.
We’ll be happy to welcome you — maybe with a glass of Amarone in hand!