20^ Knödelfest - Festa del Canederlo

On the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the Knödelfest - Dumpling Festival, two days to taste dumplings of all kinds, but also to participate in workshops to learn how to prepare them. There will be entertainment for adults and children, such as a petting farm and horse-drawn carriage rides, the cheerful musical accompaniment of Tyrolean music, and lots of fun!

Over 20 varieties of dumplings, savory or sweet, in broth or dry, with meat, cheese or vegetables, vegan or gluten-free, served by local hotels with Trentino wines, beers, and grappa. 

In addition to tasting dumplings, you will be able to learn to prepare them with the workshop "How to Make Dumplings?". 
Don’t miss the exciting beer stein challenge and the fun contests in the square for the election of Miss and Mister Dumpling!

Programme

• 9:30 a.m.: Opening of the craft markets
  
  From 11:00 a.m.: "How to Make Dumplings", show cooking with Rossana
  
  11:15 a.m.: Parade along the main street of the village with the Folklore Groups of Mezzano, Castel Tesino, Val di Sole, the Folkloric Musical Corps of Primiero, the Folkloric Band of Telve, Dolomiten Alpen Horn, the Schützen Primör company, the Conscripts of Primiero, Fiera Carnival, and Krampus Primör.
  
  From 12:00 p.m.:
  

  Opening of food stands with tastings of savory and sweet dumplings.
  Music in the square with the musical groups die Jungen Pseirer, Sabrina Salvestrin, Siver Music, and Dolomiten Bier Band

  From 3:00 p.m.:
  

  Itinerant show with Folklore Groups from Mezzano, Castel Tesino, Val di Sole, Dolomiten Alpen Horn, and the Folkloric Band of Telve, in the village squares
  Children's entertainment with Wanda Circus and CircaTeatro
  Wood workshops with Irylab - Creative Workshop

  4:30 p.m.: Knödelfest Tour - Family walk along the "Via Nova"
  
  8:30 p.m.: Show “The Wheel of Fire” by the CircaTeatro company in Piazza Bivio
  
  9:30 p.m.: Election of Miss and Mister Dumpling 2026 in Piazzale dei Piazza
  
  10:15 p.m.: Concert event with SoundKlaut, to dance and sing to the rhythm of pure Tyrolean energy and more!

Furthermore..

• "Wood Workshops with Irylab - Creative Workshop"
  Little artists, big masterpieces! Discover the magic of craftsmanship! You can color and assemble a fantastic keychain in typical Knödelfest costume or a special family postcard in wood! A unique result that will amaze everyone!  The meeting point is at Heidi's garden, reservation on site, cost per child € 5.00 – activity aimed at children aged 3 and up accompanied by an adult.
  
  
• On both days, it is possible to visit the painting exhibition of local artist Loredana Loss “Color and Fantasy” at the Assembly Hall from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  
  
• Special Bike for everyone!
  On both days from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and from 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., the MTB instructors with the Ciclabilmente Project are happy to accompany you on a short and easy route around Imèr with the Special bikes. A way to introduce everyone to special vehicles and inclusive mobility in an active and experiential way. Reservation is appreciated directly at the phone number: +39 353 4073016.
  
  
• On Saturday and Sunday, itinerant carriages will transport visitors from the parking lots to the entrance of the Festival.
  
  
• All the food stands present at the Festival also offer a typical dish from the Primiero and Trentino tradition as an alternative to dumplings.

Imèr, Country Center