Fèra dal Bunpàt – Good Price Fair

The Fèra dal Bunpàt, the commercial soul of Valenza

The Fèra dal Bunpàt is one of the most beloved events in the city of Valenza, located in the heart of the Alessandria Monferrato in Piedmont. Its name comes from the local dialect: «bunpàt» translates to «good price», which perfectly captures the spirit of the day. For an entire Sunday, local merchants step out of their shops to bring their goods to the streets, setting up stalls along Corso Garibaldi and the surrounding historic center with special offers and prices designed for the public.

A continuing tradition

Reaching its 49th edition in 2026, the fair is organized directly by the Municipality of Valenza, which covers the organizational costs to ensure completely free participation for local merchants. Over time, the event has become much more than just a shopping opportunity: it is a moment of reunion for the entire community, which fills the city center from early morning until late in the evening.

More than just shopping

Alongside the merchants' stalls, the Fèra dal Bunpàt typically offers a rich array of side events that vary from year to year:

• the presence of hobbyists and local associations along the streets of the center;
• street performances and entertainment, such as flag-wavers;
• the opening of historic and cultural sites in the city;
• themed gatherings and refreshment points managed by local organizations, including the Pro Loco of Valenza.

Valenza, capital of goldsmithing

Visiting the Fèra dal Bunpàt is also an opportunity to discover Valenza, a city in the province of Alessandria world-renowned as the Italian capital of goldsmithing and high-end jewelry. Strolling among the fair's stalls, amidst the porticoes and palaces of the historic center, means breathing in the authentic atmosphere of a Piedmontese town that has built its identity on craftsmanship and commerce.

When it takes place

The fair is traditionally held on a Sunday, with a spring edition (usually in May) and sometimes an autumn edition (in September). The usual hours are from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. In case of bad weather, the event may be postponed to the following Sunday.