Market in the Courtyard of Luzzana
Edition 2026 Music Street theater Street arts

Market in the Courtyard of Luzzana

Stalls, street artists, and art in the village of Luzzana in Val Cavallina

Luzzana — Bergamo (016)
Dates 20 Sep โ€” 20 Sep 2026
Location Luzzana (016)
Prices Free
Status Confirmed

About Market in the Courtyard

The Mercatino in Corte is one of the most beloved events in Luzzana, in Val Cavallina, province of Bergamo. Stalls of antiques and crafts, itinerant street artist performances, live music, vintage motorcycle exhibitions, and visits to the Meli Museum and the Giant sculpture come alive in the courtyard of the Contemporary Art Museum and the Castle park. Alongside Artisti in Corte, it is an event organized by the Municipality, the Meli Museum, and the Il Gigante Cultural Association that combines art, tradition, and celebration.

A celebration in the heart of Luzzana

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.

Antiques, crafts, and street art

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 connection with the Meli Museum and the Giant

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.

Artisti in Corte and Val Cavallina

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.

Market in the Courtyard โ€” edition 2026

The 22nd edition of the Mercatino in Corte will be held on Sunday, September 20, 2026, in Luzzana, featuring stalls, street artists, music, vintage motorcycles, children's activities, and visits to the Meli Museum and the MAC, with an exhibition dedicated to sculptor Mario Vescovi.

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.

Programme Market in the Courtyard 2026

Sunday, September 20, 2026 โ€” Luzzana

  • Antiques and crafts stalls in the Museum courtyard and the village
  • Itinerant street artist performances: jugglers, stilt walkers, fire eaters, storytellers
  • Face painting, bouncy castles, Nutella party, and pony rides in the Castle park
  • Live music and vintage motorcycle exhibitions
  • Visits to the Meli Museum and the "Giant" sculpture
  • Special opening of the MAC with an exhibition dedicated to sculptor Mario Vescovi (September 20-21)

The event is accompanied by Artisti in Corte. The full schedule will be published by the organizers closer to the event.

Highlights Market in the Courtyard 2026

The street artists in the village, visits to the "Giant" and the Meli Museum, and the exhibition at the MAC dedicated to Mario Vescovi.

Prices Market in the Courtyard 2026

Free admission to the market; museum visits are optional.

Practical information — Market in the Courtyard

Where

Courtyard of the Contemporary Art Museum and Castle park, Luzzana (BG), in Val Cavallina.

When

The event traditionally takes place on a weekend in September, with Artisti in Corte on Saturday evening and the market on Sunday.

Admission

Free admission to the market; visits to the Meli Museum and the MAC are possible.

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Where does it take place โ€” Market in the Courtyard

Cortile del Museo d'Arte Contemporanea e parco del Castello

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Market in the Courtyard in brief

Music Street theater Street arts Visual arts Contemporary art Folk traditions Children Art crafts Crafts Outdoor Bergamo

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