Antica Fiera di Santa Maria Maddalena
A historic fair that has enlivened Castelgomberto every July 22nd since 1796
About Fiera di Santa Maria Maddalena
Over two centuries of history
In Castelgomberto, a town at the foot of the Vicenza hills, the Antica Fiera di Santa Maria Maddalena has been held continuously since 1796: it was in 1795 that Antonio Piovene requested authorization from Venice to establish it. Since then, every July 22nd – the day dedicated to Saint Mary Magdalene – the fair enlivens the town center, with a weekend of celebrations preceding the main day.
Tripe, the queens of the fair
The star dish of the tradition is tripe, prepared by the Pro Loco (local tourism board) and served at the food stand: a delicious event awaited by generations of Castelgomberto residents. Alongside the food, stalls from exhibitors and vendors occupy the town center, while the Holy Mass in the church of Santa Maria Maddalena, on Via Villa, keeps the religious dimension of the fair alive.
A celebration for the whole community
Musical evenings and moments of fun for all ages complete the program of an event that, organized by the Pro Loco Castelgomberto, intertwines commerce, faith, and social life. It is one of the longest-standing historic fairs in the province of Vicenza, a symbol of the identity of a territory between the Agno river and the Lessini Mountains.
Fiera di Santa Maria Maddalena — edition 2026
The Antica Fiera di Santa Maria Maddalena 2026 reaches its peak on Wednesday, July 22nd, the saint's day, with celebrations already underway the previous weekend. In the center of Castelgomberto, stalls from exhibitors and vendors are set up, while the Pro Loco's food stand offers the unmissable tripe, the traditional star dish. The Holy Mass in the church of Santa Maria Maddalena and musical evenings complete the program of a fair active since 1796.
Programme Fiera di Santa Maria Maddalena 2026
Preceding Weekend (July 18-19)
- Fair opening with stalls in the town center
- Pro Loco food stand with traditional tripe and local dishes
- Evenings with live music and entertainment
Wednesday, July 22 – Saint Mary Magdalene
- Holy Mass in the church of Santa Maria Maddalena (Via Villa)
- Stalls and exhibitors in the town center
- Food stand and closing evening
The detailed program for the 2026 edition will be published by Pro Loco Castelgomberto on their official channels.
Highlights Fiera di Santa Maria Maddalena 2026
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Practical information — Fiera di Santa Maria Maddalena
How to get there
Castelgomberto is located in the middle Agno valley, in the province of Vicenza. By car, take the A4 motorway exit at Montecchio Maggiore, then head towards Valdagno/Castelgomberto. The nearest train station is Vicenza, then take a bus.
Admission and catering
Free admission to the fair and stalls. Pro Loco food stand with tripe and traditional dishes. Information: Pro Loco Castelgomberto, [email protected], tel. +39 379 2499761.
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Where does it take place — Fiera di Santa Maria Maddalena
Centro di Castelgomberto
Via Villa, 36070 Castelgomberto