Ancient Saint Matthew's Fair
The historic fair of Mirano, authorized by the Venetian Senate in 1477
About Saint Matthew's Fair
A fair that has lasted for over five centuries
The Ancient Saint Matthew's Fair is the historic fair of Mirano, in the province of Venice, and one of the longest-running in the area: it was authorized by the Senate of the Republic of Venice by decree on September 6, 1477. Since then, it has been renewed every year around the feast of Saint Matthew the Apostle, on September 21, marking the end of summer for the town.
Rides, stalls, and gastronomy
For five days, the heart of Mirano transforms into a large sprawling amusement park: dozens of rides and traveling shows occupy Piazza Martiri, the adjacent streets, and the stretch of via Cavin di Sala up to the intersection with via Torino. Alongside the attractions, market stalls, exhibitors, and food stands complete the festive atmosphere of the fair.
A town tradition
The event is organized by the Municipality of Mirano, through the Department of Commercial Activities. Over the years, the administration has also promoted initiatives such as "Come to the Fair by Bike," with supervised parking for bicycles, to encourage more sustainable mobility during days of high attendance. The Saint Matthew's Fair remains a deeply identity-forming event for Mirano and for the entire Riviera del Brenta.
Saint Matthew's Fair — edition 2026
For 2026, the Ancient Saint Matthew's Fair will once again liven up Mirano around the feast of Saint Matthew the Apostle, on September 21. The fair is traditionally set for the third Saturday of September; the exact dates will be confirmed by the Municipality of Mirano closer to the event.
The usual five days of festivities are expected, with dozens of rides and traveling shows, stalls, exhibitors, and food stands in Piazza Martiri, the streets of the historic center, and the stretch of via Cavin di Sala up to via Torino, in addition to the "Come to the Fair by Bike" initiative.
Programme Saint Matthew's Fair 2026
The official program and dates for the Ancient Saint Matthew's Fair 2026 will be announced by the Municipality of Mirano closer to the event. The established format includes five days, around the third Saturday of September and the feast of Saint Matthew the Apostle (September 21), featuring: rides and traveling shows in Piazza Martiri, adjacent streets, and via Cavin di Sala up to via Torino; market stalls and exhibitors; food stands; "Come to the Fair by Bike" initiative with supervised parking.
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Practical information — Saint Matthew's Fair
How to get there
Mirano (VE) can be reached by car from the A4 motorway (Dolo-Mirano exit) and by intercity buses from Venice-Mestre and Padua. The fair occupies Piazza Martiri, the streets of the center, and via Cavin di Sala, with traffic changes on the days of the event.
Opening hours
The fair takes place over five days around September 21; the rides and stands are active in the afternoon and evening. The "Come to the Fair by Bike" initiative is active with supervised parking.
Admission
Free admission to the fair area; attractions and food/drinks at a charge.
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Where does it take place — Saint Matthew's Fair
Piazza Martiri della Libertà e centro storico
Piazza Martiri della Libertà, 30035 Mirano