Springtime in Verona is a beautiful time for a relaxing holiday. And what better way to enjoy your much-deserved time off than with a good bottle of wine? Or a few of them, we’re not judging! If you like a good drop just as much as we do, Verona has just the event for you: in April, it’s once again time for the Vinitaly 2024, the largest wine event in the world. At this annual trade fair, you can enjoy wine from more than 60 countries in Europe, Africa, Oceania, Asia and South and North America. Want to know more about this spectacle? We’ve got you covered!
Vinitaly 2024: The Unmissable Event in the World of Wine
Every year, the Verona Exhibition Centre hosts more than 4,000 vendors on 90,000 square metres to show off their delectable products and innovations in wine-making. For almost 150,000 visitors from around the world, this is the place to be this April. If you’re a trade visitor, this fair invites you to sample the latest products, get to know modern technologies and trends and network with potential partners. You’re not in the trade yourself? Don’t stop reading just yet! Because Verona’s Vinitaly 2024 has something to offer everyone.
What: Vinitaly, 56th edition
Where: Verona, Italy
For whom: the trade fair is open to exhibitors and buyers, events for private visitors take place around the trade show
Vinitaly 2024 dates: 14th to 17th April 2024
A Journey Through Italian Wine Excellence
Verona has long been an important centre for Italian agriculture and wine-making. And while trade shows for other sectors of agriculture have been around for a long time, an event just for wine? That was new — and, as it turned out, much needed! Thought of in 1967 by Angelo Betti, a journalist and PR specialist, the Verona fair started as a local wine-tasting day. He wanted to create an opportunity for regional wine-makers to show off their products. Considering that Vinitaly is going into its 56th year, his endeavour has been a huge success. Today, visitors can taste drops from famous regions such as Apulia, Umbria, and Veneto as well as meet up-and-coming producers from other regions.
Discovering the Latest Trends in the Sector
We get it: as long as wine is involved, any event will be popular. But what exactly does this trade fair have to offer? Well, look no further! At this famous wine fair in Italy, producers from around the world display their latest and greatest products. For example, where else do you have the opportunity to compare world-famous Italian wines to competitors from Argentina or Australia?
But that’s not all. Throughout the event, the organizers host a plethora of workshops, seminars and exhibitions introducing important industry trends and practices. One such exhibition is the Vinitaly Bio. Due to popular demand, this exhibition is all about certified organic wine.
An Event for All Wine Lovers
While the main fair is closed to the general public, organizers host an accompanying event for all wine lovers. At “Vinitaly and the City“, you get to taste over 200 Italian wines while exploring Verona. For example, you can find displays at Loggia Antica, Piazza dei Signori, Cortile del Mercato Vecchio, and Arsenale di Verona. And if you ever need a breather from all that wine tasting, why not sample some of the regional cheese and salami? We promise it’ll be worth it!
Verona, the Perfect Backdrop for Vinitaly
When in Verona for the Vinitaly 2024, you should make some time to explore the city itself. Famous as the city of Romeo and Juliet, you’ll get a glimpse of Italy’s rich heritage while wandering the city streets. For example, due to Verona’s many well-preserved historical buildings, it has been named a UNESCO “Cultural Heritage of Humanity“.
What other Wine Events will take place in Verona?
Taking advantage of Vinitaly 2024 in Verona, there are other significant events related to the world of wine that will take place in this city. Discover them here.
Tips to Make the Most of Your Vinitaly Experience
If you’ve ever been to a trade fair, you’ll know that it can be quite strenuous. But if you follow a few tips, you’ll be sure to make the most of your visit.
- Take public transportation: Avoid traffic jams by taking one of the free shuttle buses from Verona-Villafranca International Airport, Verona Central Station or the city centre directly to the venue.
- Plan your visit: If you know which exhibitions, workshops or tastings you want to attend, your visit will go as smoothly as Italian Olive oil.
- Wear comfortable clothes: You’ll be walking and talking for hours on end so make sure to choose your outfit wisely.
- Drink, drink, drink (water, obviously): Even though it might feel like you’re drinking plenty of liquids, wine can be very dehydrating so don’t forget to drink lots and lots of water.
Don't Miss Vinitaly 2024: Book Your Ticket Now!
Everyone can go on a ”regular“ holiday in Italy. But a trip to Vinitaly 2024? That’ll create memories for a lifetime! Explore everything the world of wine has to offer and book your spot now. But don’t wait for long: tickets are going fast!
