Domenica in Albis Fair

A spring festival in the heart of the Piacenza plain

The Domenica in Albis Fair is one of the most cherished events in the spring calendar of Gragnano Trebbiense, a municipality in the province of Piacenza, in Emilia-Romagna. The name refers to a liturgical tradition: the "domenica in albis" is the first Sunday after Easter, a time chosen by generations of Gragnano residents to gather and welcome the warmer season.

Organized by the Pro Loco of Gragnano Trebbiense in collaboration with the Municipality, the fair transforms the town center into a large open-air market. It is one of those village festivals that tell the identity of a territory: not a big headline event, but an authentic day made of encounters, flavors, and tradition, capable of attracting visitors from all over the Trebbia Valley and the Piacenza area.

Stalls, Quality Merchants, and local trade

The heart of the event is the actual fair: along the streets and squares of the center, stalls offer clothing, food products, home furnishings, and trinkets. Alongside these is the market of "Mercanti di Qualità", featuring artisanal and Made in Italy shopping proposals, while the town's shops remain open for the occasion. It is an event also designed to promote local commerce and give visibility to local businesses.

The flavors of the Pro Loco

The food and wine section is managed by the volunteers of the Pro Loco, who offer traditional Piacenza dishes: tortelli, grilled salamelle, cooked salami, and the typical chisolini accompanied by cured meats. The food stands, active for most of the day, are one of the main reasons why the fair attracts so many people: eating together, outdoors, is an integral part of the celebration.

For families and children

The Domenica in Albis is a festival designed for all ages. For children and teenagers, there is a funfair, bouncy castles, and games, as well as an area dedicated to traditional games that revive the fun of yesteryear.

Culture and memory

Alongside the fair and gastronomic aspects, the event always reserves space for culture, with events hosted in the council chamber and the town's cultural spaces: book presentations, readings, exhibitions, and musical moments that enrich the day and make it an occasion for meeting not only for commerce but also for the community.