The Fiera Vesuviana is underway in San Gennaro Vesuviano, with the 2026 edition dedicating a special moment to Varenne, the trotter known as the "Capitano" of world trotting.
According to Il Mattino Napoli, the tribute is scheduled for the second day of the fair at 18:00. The guest of honor will be Rolando Luzi, historic team manager of Varenne's stable, who is scheduled to receive an artwork commemorating the fair's equestrian salon.
The event takes place in the city's equestrian park and runs through Sunday, according to the report.
Concerts, conferences and local tastings
The 2026 program also includes concerts, conferences and tastings of typical local products, alongside the equestrian events.
That combination reflects the fair's established format. The Campania Region describes the Fiera Vesuviana as a historic institution held continuously since 1613, involving the Vesuvian area and bringing together food and wine, handicrafts, culture, conferences, performances and agricultural products.
A fair rooted in 1613
The research places the fair within a long cultural, commercial and social tradition for the Vesuvian area, with documented origins dating to 1613.
Coverage of the 412th edition described stands and attractions in Piazza Margherita, with traditional agricultural and craft products, workshops on ancient trades, equestrian shows, street food and concerts across a five-day program.
What visitors can expect
For readers planning a visit, the recurring themes are consistent: equestrian activities, local food and wine, craft production, cultural programming and entertainment.
The 2026 report confirms concerts, conferences and tastings of typical products as part of this year's program. Previous coverage also documented agricultural and craft stands, workshops dedicated to ancient trades, equestrian shows, street food and evening concerts.
Practical details such as admission prices, full opening hours for each day and transport arrangements were not provided in the retrieved material, and the primary report uses relative dates without giving a fully explicit calendar date. Visitors should check local announcements for the day-by-day schedule.
