Befana in Piazza XI Febbraio
La Befana welcomes children in the square, with sweets and entertainment
About Befana in Piazza
Epiphany in the square
The Befana in Piazza XI Febbraio is the event with which Cologno Monzese, a populous municipality in the northeastern hinterland of Milan in the province of Milan, celebrates Epiphany. On Befana's Day, the central Piazza XI Febbraio transforms into a magical place for the little ones, where the friendly old woman of Italian tradition welcomes children to her "house" set up for the occasion.
Sweets, coal, and smiles
The afternoon, from 3 PM to 6 PM, is entirely dedicated to families: with sweets and sugar coal, as tradition dictates, and moments of entertainment, children experience the Epiphany atmosphere in a climate of shared joy. It is the festival that closes the long Christmas holiday period, the last moment of magic before returning to school.
A festival for the community
Organized by the Municipality of Cologno Monzese, the Befana festival is a simple and heartfelt occasion to bring the community together in the square. An event that renews one of the most beloved traditions by Italian families, giving children an afternoon of smiles in the heart of the city.
Befana in Piazza — edition 2026
The 2026 Befana festival in Cologno Monzese will be held on Tuesday, January 6, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, in Piazza XI Febbraio. La Befana will welcome children to her "house" set up in the square, with sweets, sugar coal, and entertainment. An afternoon of joy for the community before returning to school. Free admission, open to all.
Programme Befana in Piazza 2026
Tuesday, January 6 — 3:00 PM-6:00 PM
- La Befana welcomes children to her "house" set up in Piazza XI Febbraio
- Distribution of sweets and coal
- Entertainment for the little ones
Highlights Befana in Piazza 2026
Prices Befana in Piazza 2026
Practical information — Befana in Piazza
When
January 6, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Where
Piazza XI Febbraio, Cologno Monzese (MI).
Admission
Free, open to all.
How to get there
Cologno Monzese is connected to Milan by the M2 metro line (Cologno Nord and Cologno Centro terminals).
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Where does it take place — Befana in Piazza
Piazza XI Febbraio
Piazza XI Febbraio, 20093 Cologno Monzese