Fiera Franca di Cittadella
The centuries-old historic fair of the walled city
About Fiera Franca
Centuries of fair tradition
The Fiera Franca of Cittadella is a centuries-old fair, among the oldest in the Veneto region, held every late October in the walled city in the province of Padua. Now in its 432nd edition, the fair is rooted in the mercantile tradition of the fortified city and still retains its popular and authentic character today.
Three days of celebration in the walled center
For three days, the historic center fills with stalls along the riverbanks, typical products, and local crafts. Villa Rina hosts the exhibition area and the large gastronomic tent with typical Venetian dishes; along the Riva dell'Ospedale and the ramparts, the market exhibition of agricultural and gardening machinery takes place; the funfair is set up near the sports facilities. During the fair, the Camminamento di Ronda (Rampart Walk), the panoramic route atop the walls, is also open with daytime and nighttime access.
The livestock fair and fireworks
On Monday morning, the ancient Livestock Fair is held near the Cemetery, a legacy of the area's agricultural vocation. The event concludes with the traditional evening fireworks display, which illuminates the walls of Cittadella. Admission is free.
Fiera Franca — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Fiera Franca is held from Saturday 24 to Monday 26 October in the historic center of Cittadella. Three days of stalls, typical products, local crafts, market exhibition of agricultural and gardening machinery along Riva dell'Ospedale and the ramparts, gastronomic tent at Villa Rina, and funfair at the sports facilities. The Rampart Walk is open with dedicated hours, including at night. The fair coincides with the feast of the patron saint San Prosdocimo (October 25).
Programme Fiera Franca 2026
Saturday, October 24
- Rampart Walk: open 9:00 AM-6:00 PM (last entry) and at night 9:00 PM-12:00 AM (last entry 11:00 PM)
- From 6:00 PM — opening of the market exhibition of agricultural and gardening machinery along Riva dell'Ospedale
- Tent with gastronomic stands at Villa Rina, serving typical Venetian dishes
- Funfair at the sports facilities area
Sunday, October 25
- Rampart Walk: open 9:00 AM-10:00 PM (last entry 9:00 PM)
- From 9:00 AM — historic center with stalls along the riverbanks to the sports facilities and market of typical products
- Market exhibition of agricultural machinery and funfair
- Feast of the patron saint San Prosdocimo
Monday, October 26
- Morning — ancient Livestock Fair near the Cemetery
- In the evening — traditional fireworks display
Information and traffic regulations on the Cittadella Municipality channels; tent information on fieradicittadella.it.
Highlights Fiera Franca 2026
The ancient Monday morning Livestock Fair, the nighttime Rampart Walk, and the final fireworks display under the walls.
Prices Fiera Franca 2026
Practical information — Fiera Franca
How to get there
Cittadella is served by the train station on the Padova–Bassano del Grappa line and by the SP47 Valsugana. During the fair, a specific traffic ordinance is in place for the historic center: it's best to consult the Municipality's information.
Admission
Free admission to the fair. The Rampart Walk and the gastronomic tent have dedicated hours; paid consumption at the stands.
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Where does it take place — Fiera Franca
Centro storico, Villa Rina, Riva dell'Ospedale, Spalti
Centro storico, 35013 Cittadella