The Foire des Alpes at the Croix-Noire Arena

Two days devoted to rural life, on 7 and 8 November 2026

The Foire des Alpes at the Croix-Noire Arena – Two days devoted to rural life, on 7 and 8 November 2026

The Foire des Alpes is part of the autumn calendar devoted to Aosta Valley livestock farming. On Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 November, the Croix-Noire Arena in Aosta hosts two days devoted to the rural heart of the mountains.

Farm animals

This time, cows make room for other animals: goats, sheep, horses, donkeys, alpacas, mules, hens and rabbits.

The programme

  • A market of local food products, run by Coldiretti Valle d’Aosta.
  • An exhibition of bells and cowbells.
  • Activities and workshops for children on both days.
  • An exhibition of entries to the “Creative animals and pastures” contest for local pupils, with a public vote.

Practical information

  • Dates: Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 November 2026.
  • Venue: Croix-Noire Arena, Aosta.
  • Organiser: AREV, the regional association of Aosta Valley breeders.

See also: the Saint-Ours Fair.

Sources: AREV, Rendez-vous en Vallée d’Aoste.

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