We look forward to welcoming all dog and truffle enthusiasts again this year for a special day full of exciting experiences!
In addition to the competition, culinary events, and educational presentations, the Lagotto Romagnolo gathering will also take place.
Organizers:
Prónay Castle, Truffle-Hunting Dogs
Professional Sponsor: First Hungarian Truffle-Hunting Association
Date: October 18, 2026 (Sunday) 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Location: Prónay Castle, Alsópetény
Admission: 3,000 HUF/person
1,500 HUF/person for children under 14 years old
Free admission for children under 3 years old and residents of Alsópetény.
Main events:
Truffle-hunting dog competition
Lagotto Romagnolo gathering
Truffle-themed culinary specialties
Market and castle tours
Presentations by experts in truffle hunting and soil science
Schedule
9:00 a.m. Opening
9:00–10:00 a.m. Arrival of competing dogs
9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Registration of Lagotto dogs for the beauty contest
9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. ParkFood terrace opens
9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Market Square
10:00 a.m. Official opening
10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Presentations
11:00 a.m. Start of the competition
12:00 p.m. Guided truffle hunt
1:30 p.m. Lagotto beauty contest
2:40 p.m. Announcement of quiz results
2:50 p.m. Announcement of Lagotto beauty contest results
3:00 PM Announcement of results for the truffle-hunting dog competition
3:30 PM Closing
Speakers: coming soon…
IMPORTANT! You must bring your dog’s vaccination record; we will check it at the entrance!
Don’t miss this unique dog and food festival!
For more information and to register:
szarvasgombaszkutya.fesztival@gmail.com
