Fiera del Bue Grasso e del Manzo di razza piemontese
December livestock fair reviving Nizza's historic cattle market: prize Piedmontese 'fat oxen' and beef cattle on show in Piazza Garibaldi, with a Slow Food market and the traditional Gran Bollito meal in the Foro Boario.
Why it's special
The 'white giants' of the Piedmontese breed line up for judging in one of the southern Astigiano's main livestock showcases, capped by a hearty Gran Bollito di Bue Grasso lunch.
Programme · 2025
6–7 December 2025
19th edition. Sat 6 Dec 20:30: 'Gran Bollito di Bue Grasso' dinner at the Foro Boario. Sun 7 Dec from 08:00: livestock exhibition in Piazza Garibaldi with Slow Food stalls; jury judging from 10:30; Gran Bollito lunch at 12:30 (reservations required).
A tip
- Sunday morning (from 08:00) is when the cattle fill Piazza Garibaldi and are judged (~10:30).
- The Gran Bollito meals need reservations.
Last updated · 2026-07-15