Stalls, street artists, and art in the village of Luzzana in Val Cavallina
The Mercatino in Corte is one of the most characteristic events in Luzzana, a small municipality in Val Cavallina in the province of Bergamo. The setting is one that leaves a lasting impression: the courtyard of the Contemporary Art Museum and the park of the Castle, which for the occasion are filled with stalls, colors, and performances.
The heart of the market is the stalls of antiques and crafts, which attract collectors and the curious. The streets and spaces of the village are enlivened by street artists โ jugglers, stilt walkers, fire eaters, and storytellers โ along with live music, vintage motorcycle exhibitions, and activities for children, including face painting, bouncy castles, and Nutella parties in the Castle park.
The event is closely linked to Luzzana's artistic heritage. During the day, visits to the Meli Museum and the famous rock sculpture of the "Giant" are possible. This is an early work by sculptor Giosuรจ Meli (1816-1893), carved into the living rock along the Via Costa staircase, from which the organizing association takes its name. The Contemporary Art Museum (MAC) will also have special openings with dedicated exhibitions.
The Mercatino in Corte is accompanied by Artisti in Corte, a moment dedicated to art and creativity. Organized by the Municipality of Luzzana, the Meli Museum, and the Il Gigante Cultural Association, the event is among the best known in Val Cavallina and represents a valuable opportunity to discover a village rich in history and art, in the heart of the province of Bergamo.
The 22nd edition of the Mercatino in Corte is scheduled for Sunday, September 20, 2026, in Luzzana, Val Cavallina. In the courtyard of the Contemporary Art Museum and the Castle park, there will be itinerant performances by jugglers, stilt walkers, fire eaters, and storytellers, face painting, bouncy castles, Nutella parties, pony rides, live music, and vintage motorcycle exhibitions, as well as stalls selling antiques and crafts. Visits to the Meli Museum and the "Giant" are planned, along with the special opening of the MAC with an exhibition dedicated to sculptor Mario Vescovi.
The event is accompanied by Artisti in Corte. The full schedule will be published by the organizers closer to the event.
Courtyard of the Contemporary Art Museum and Castle park, Luzzana (BG), in Val Cavallina.
The event traditionally takes place on a weekend in September, with Artisti in Corte on Saturday evening and the market on Sunday.
Free admission to the market; visits to the Meli Museum and the MAC are possible.
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Cortile del Museo d'Arte Contemporanea e parco del Castello