Happy Days - Misano Vintage Festival
A dive into the legendary '40s, '50s, '60s, and '70s on the Romagna Riviera
About Happy Days Misano
Misano Adriatico Returns to the Golden Years
Every spring, Misano Adriatico, a pearl of the Romagna Riviera in the Province of Rimini, transforms into an open-air set of the '50s: it's Happy Days - Misano Vintage Festival, one of Emilia-Romagna's most beloved vintage events. For two days, the town center fills with swing skirts, Brylcreem, vinyl records, and chrome, in a nostalgic journey through the atmosphere of the legendary '40s, '50s, '60s, and '70s.
Where it Takes Place
The heart of the festival is the grand Piazza della Repubblica and Viale della Repubblica, where from 10:00 AM until evening, a huge exhibition area comes to life. The celebration is widespread, outdoors, and completely free to enter: stroll among the stalls, stop to admire the gleaming engines, and let yourself be carried away by the music.
What You'll Find
- Vintage and Antique Market: modern collectibles, collector's items, vinyl records, vintage clothing and accessories, jukeboxes, musical instruments, and '40s-'70s memorabilia.
- Vintage Car and Motorcycle Gathering: American cars, Fiat 500s, Vespas, Harley Davidsons, and custom vehicles, with the participation of numerous clubs from Romagna and San Marino.
- Street Food and craft beers to enjoy the festival in true American style.
- Live Music and DJ Sets: swing, jive, boogie woogie, and rock'n'roll played all day long.
- Dance Schools and performances that fill the square with energy.
Part of the 'Be Vintage' Tour
Happy Days is part of the national circuit 'Be Vintage' organized by Promo D in collaboration with the Municipality of Misano Adriatico: a tour that brings retro culture to Italian squares. In Misano, the event has established itself as a fixed date on the spring calendar, attracting enthusiasts, collectors, and families from all over the Riviera.
An Event for Everyone
Whether you're a rock'n'roll devotee, a vintage motor enthusiast, or simply curious to soak up some nostalgia, Happy Days is the perfect opportunity to spend a different kind of day in Misano Adriatico. The combination of music, motors, fashion, and good food makes it one of the most complete and picturesque vintage events on the Adriatic coast.
Happy Days Misano — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of Happy Days - Misano Vintage Festival animated the center of Misano Adriatico on the weekend of May 23rd and 24th, with continuous hours from 10:00 AM until evening. Once again this year, Piazza and Viale della Repubblica hosted the large vintage and antique market, the vintage car and motorcycle gathering with Romagna clubs, street food areas, and DJ sets that accompanied the public throughout the day.
Saturday was dedicated to American swing, jive, and rock'n'roll, while Sunday afternoon featured the 'Showcase Your Style' contest and concluded with a grand finale entrusted to the Antonio Sorgentone Trio, winner of Italy's Got Talent 2019.
Programme Happy Days Misano 2026
Saturday, May 23rd
- From 10:00 AM — opening of the vintage and antique market in Piazza della Repubblica
- Musical selections all day curated by DJ Marvin (boogie woogie and swing)
- Live on stage with Crossroads '50 and NewTones
- DJ sets by DJ Cherry Lady and DJ Lucio Vallisneri, featuring American swing, jive, and rock'n'roll
Sunday, May 24th
- From 10:00 AM — market, vintage car and motorcycle gathering, street food
- Selections by DJ Marvin throughout the day
- DJ set by DJ Ingo Swing with special guest DJ McFly55
- 5:30 PM — 'Showcase Your Style' contest, a competition for the most stylish couple of the event
- Grand finale with a concert by the Antonio Sorgentone Trio (winner of Italy's Got Talent 2019): rock'n'roll, piano boogie, and infectious rhythm
Throughout the festival: vintage and antique market, street food, and a grand gathering of vintage cars and motorcycles with the participation of numerous Romagna clubs.
Highlights Happy Days Misano 2026
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Practical information — Happy Days Misano
When
Late May, from 10:00 AM until evening (continuous hours).
Where
Piazza and Viale della Repubblica, in the center of Misano Adriatico (RN).
How to Get There
By car: take the A14 highway exit for Riccione, then follow signs for Misano Adriatico. By train: Misano Adriatico station on the Adriatic line, a few minutes' walk from the center. The nearest airport is Federico Fellini Airport in Rimini.
Admission
Free.
Information
Misano Adriatico Tourist Office, tel. +39 0541 615520, [email protected].
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Where does it take place — Happy Days Misano
Piazza e Viale della Repubblica
Piazza della Repubblica, 47843 Misano Adriatico