Christmas Fair of Cesena
The extraordinary market of December Sundays in the heart of Cesena
About Christmas Fair Cesena
The Christmas Fair of Cesena
The Christmas Fair is one of the most cherished traditions of the commercial calendar in Cesena, in the province of Forlì-Cesena, in the heart of Romagna. It is a large extraordinary traveling market that, on the central Sundays of December, occupies the city's main square: Piazza del Popolo and the first stretch of Viale Mazzoni, up to the intersection with Via Pio Battistini, following the same layout as the traditional Saturday market.
An open square during the holidays
More than just an open-air sale, the Christmas Fair is the time when Cesena rediscovers its nature as an open square, a place for meeting and exchange. Under the Christmas lights, amidst the scent of roasted chestnuts and cotton candy, the stalls offer clothing, gift items, decorations, typical products, and handicrafts. It's the occasion when Cesena families stroll unhurriedly along the street, looking for the right idea for the packages to put under the tree.
Part of the "Natale a Cesena" program
The fair is not an isolated event: it is part of the broader "Natale a Cesena" (Christmas in Cesena) program, which enlivens the historic center with various events throughout the holiday season. On the same days, the Christmas Village in Piazza Almerici, the ice-skating rink in Piazza della Libertà, and the Artisans' Market in Via Zeffirino Re are fully operational, while street artists, musicians, gospel choirs, children's shows, and Santa's House alternate in the streets.
When it takes place
The Christmas Fair traditionally takes place on the Sundays in December leading up to the holidays, from morning until evening. Admission is free, and it is easily accessible on foot from the center: a stroll among the stalls that, for generations, has accompanied Cesena residents and visitors towards Christmas.
Christmas Fair Cesena — edition 2026
The 2026 Christmas Fair in Cesena confirms its traditional appointment: three Sundays in December dedicated to the large extraordinary market in the historic center. The dates approved by the Municipality are Sunday, December 6, Sunday, December 13, and Sunday, December 20, 2026.
The market follows the layout of the usual Saturday market, in the area of Piazza del Popolo and the first stretch of Viale Mazzoni, up to the intersection with Via Pio Battistini. On the same days, the Christmas Village in Piazza Almerici, the ice-skating rink in Piazza della Libertà, and the Artisans' Market in Via Zeffirino Re remain active, as part of the "Natale a Cesena" program.
Programme Christmas Fair Cesena 2026
Fair Sundays
- Sunday, December 6, 2026 — extraordinary market in Piazza del Popolo and Viale Mazzoni
- Sunday, December 13, 2026 — extraordinary market in Piazza del Popolo and Viale Mazzoni
- Sunday, December 20, 2026 — extraordinary market in Piazza del Popolo and Viale Mazzoni
Where
The market occupies Piazza del Popolo and the first stretch of Viale Mazzoni, up to the intersection with Via Pio Battistini.
Holiday entertainment
During the same period, as part of the "Natale a Cesena" program, the Christmas Village in Piazza Almerici, the ice-skating rink in Piazza della Libertà, and the Artisans' Market in Via Zeffirino Re are active. The detailed schedule of shows, concerts, and entertainment is published by the Municipality of Cesena in the weeks leading up to the holidays.
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Practical information — Christmas Fair Cesena
Where
The extraordinary market occupies Piazza del Popolo and the first stretch of Viale Mazzoni, up to the intersection with Via Pio Battistini, in the historic center of Cesena (FC).
How to get there
By train: Cesena station is about a 15-minute walk from the historic center. By car: use the parking lots around the center, as the fair area is pedestrianized. The fair is easily accessible on foot.
Admission and hours
Free admission. The market runs from morning until evening (typically until 8 PM). For the updated schedule, consult the Municipality of Cesena website.
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Where does it take place — Christmas Fair Cesena
Piazza del Popolo e Viale Mazzoni
Piazza del Popolo, 47521 Cesena