Cortonantiquaria
Italy's oldest national antiques fair
About Cortonantiquaria
Cortonantiquaria: The home of antiques in Cortona
Cortonantiquaria is Italy's oldest national antiques fair. Since its inaugural edition in 1963, the event has returned every late summer to the Etruscan town of Cortona, in the province of Arezzo, Tuscany. More than just a fair, it is a prestigious gathering that blends art commerce with cultural outreach, attracting collectors, antique dealers, scholars, and art enthusiasts to Cortona.
The Venue: Sant'Agostino Convention Center
The exhibition is held in the Sant'Agostino Convention Center, located at Via Guelfa 40, an ancient convent complex in the historic center of Cortona. The halls host stands from selected galleries, showcasing antique furniture, paintings, sculptures, ceramics, silverware, jewelry, and art objects from various eras and origins. Every piece is subject to quality verification, making Cortonantiquaria a trusted benchmark for the Italian antiques market.
Beyond the stands: Culture throughout the city
The beauty of Cortonantiquaria lies in how it extends beyond the exhibition halls to permeate all of Cortona. The program includes:
- Lectures and meetings with art historians and industry specialists, often focusing on Cortona's heritage and great masters associated with the city, such as Luca Signorelli;
- A collateral exhibition hosted at the MAEC (Museum of the Etruscan Academy and the City of Cortona), accessible at a reduced rate with the event ticket;
- The Cortonantiquaria Prize, an award dedicated to the world of art and culture;
- A season of evening concerts and performances in Piazza Signorelli and Piazza della Repubblica, featuring prominent names in Italian music, opera, and dance.
A late summer tradition
Held between late August and early September, Cortonantiquaria is one of the events that marks the end of the Valdichiana summer season, when evenings grow milder and Cortona's historic center comes alive with visitors. Strolling through the stands by day and attending performances in the square by night is the best way to experience the event, organized by Cortona Sviluppo and the Municipality of Cortona.
Why it's worth visiting
For lovers of art and antiques, Cortonantiquaria is an unmissable stop on the Italian calendar. It is also a perfect excuse for anyone looking to discover Cortona: with its medieval alleys, panoramic views over the Valdichiana, and the MAEC, the town offers much more than just an exhibition and is easily accessible from Arezzo, Perugia, and Lake Trasimeno.
Cortonantiquaria — edition 2026
Cortonantiquaria 2026 — 64th edition
The 64th edition of Cortonantiquaria takes place from August 29 to September 13, 2026, with the inauguration on August 28, at the Sant'Agostino Convention Center in Cortona (AR). The antiques fair is confirmed in all its components: stands from selected galleries, the artistic direction of Furio Velona, the Cortonantiquaria Prize, and the collateral exhibition at the MAEC.
Hours and tickets
- Monday, Thursday, Friday: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM and 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Tuesday, Wednesday: 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday, Sunday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Admission: full 8 euros, reduced 5 euros (grants reduced entry to the MAEC)
Side program
Details regarding lectures, presentations, award ceremonies, and the season of evening concerts and performances in Piazza Signorelli will be published on the official website in the weeks preceding the inauguration, as is tradition every year.
Programme Cortonantiquaria 2026
Cortonantiquaria 2026 (64th edition) is structured, as per tradition, on two levels: the antiques fair open to the public for the entire duration of the event (August 29 - September 13), and a calendar of evening and afternoon side events.
Usual structure of the event
- Exhibition and sale of furniture, paintings, sculptures, silverware, jewelry, and art objects in the Sant'Agostino Convention Center, under the artistic direction of Furio Velona.
- Lectures and meetings with art historians and specialists, often dedicated to Cortona's heritage.
- Collateral exhibition hosted at the MAEC.
- Cortonantiquaria Prize and Cortonantiquaria Art Prize.
- Evening concerts and performances in Piazza Signorelli and Piazza della Repubblica (music, opera, dance).
The detailed program of side events and evening concerts for 2026, including names and times, will be announced on the official website in the weeks leading up to the event.
Highlights Cortonantiquaria 2026
- 64th edition of Italy's oldest antiques fair
- Inauguration on August 28, open to the public from August 29 to September 13
- Collateral exhibition at the MAEC and Cortonantiquaria Prize
- Season of evening concerts and performances in Piazza Signorelli
Prices Cortonantiquaria 2026
Practical information — Cortonantiquaria
Getting there
By car: A1 motorway, Valdichiana exit, then follow signs for Cortona (approx. 10 km). By train: Camucia-Cortona station (Florence-Rome line), connected to the historic center by shuttle bus. Nearest airports: Florence and Perugia.
Venue
Sant'Agostino Convention Center, Via Guelfa 40, 52044 Cortona (AR). Evening performances in Piazza Signorelli and Piazza della Repubblica.
Opening hours
Monday, Thursday, and Friday: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM and 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM. Tuesday and Wednesday: 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM. Saturday and Sunday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
Tickets
Full price 8 euros, reduced 5 euros. The Cortonantiquaria ticket grants reduced admission to the MAEC. Some evening performances are free, while others require payment or reservation.
Contacts
Tel. +39 0575 630158 — [email protected] — www.cortonantiquaria.it
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Where does it take place — Cortonantiquaria
Centro Convegni di Sant'Agostino
Via Guelfa 40, 52044 Cortona