Overview
- The 12th edition ran October 6–13, culminating in a three‑day fair at Bariloche’s Centro Cívico that media reports say attracted about 40,000 visitors.
- The local hotel association reported 64% citywide occupancy during the week, nearing 75% in the city center, with an average stay of 2.4 nights and ARS 139,000 in daily spend per tourist.
- Organizers said 85 restaurants joined the dining circuit, the fair hosted around 200 exhibitors and involved roughly 1,200 workers, and more than 85 stands showcased regional products.
- Event leaders estimate a total budget of ARS 400–500 million split between public and private funding and claim a promotional return of 3.7 pesos per peso invested alongside about US$2 million in onsite consumption.
- Programming mixed pop‑ups, tastings and nature‑linked experiences, including an international chef collaboration at Auita, while highlighting Río Negro producers such as makers of hidromiel, truffles, ciders and artisanal spirits.