Mercatino in Corte di Luzzana

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, province of Bergamo. The setting is one that remains etched in memory: the courtyard of the Museum of Contemporary Art 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 consists of antique and craft stalls, attracting collectors and curious visitors. The streets and spaces of the village are enlivened by street artists — jugglers, stilt walkers, fire eaters, and storytellers — along with live music, vintage motorcycle exhibitions, and activities for children, including face painting, bouncy castles, and a Nutella party in the Castle park.

The link with the Meli Museum and the Giant

The event is closely linked to Luzzana's artistic heritage. During the day, visits are possible to the Meli Museum and the famous rock sculpture of the "Giant", an early work by sculptor Giosuè Meli (1816-1893) carved into the living rock along the Via Costa staircase, from which the organizing association takes its name. There will also be an extraordinary opening of the Museum of Contemporary Art (MAC) with dedicated exhibitions.

Artisti in Corte and Val Cavallina

The Mercatino in Corte is accompanied by Artisti in Corte, an event 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.