Saint Valentine's Fair of Castelbaldo
The centuries-old fair of Castelbaldo, featuring a market, gastronomy, and culture
About Saint Valentine's Fair
Three Centuries of History
The Saint Valentine's Fair in Castelbaldo, in the lower Padua region, is one of the oldest fairs in the Veneto: its tradition dates back to the early 1700s and in 2026 it will reach its 315th edition. Originally a commercial and trade fair, over the centuries it has acquired a religious, cultural, and popular festival dimension, becoming the town's defining event.
A Festival Throughout the Historic Centre
For nine days, the centre of Castelbaldo is transformed: the market exhibition with various products occupies Piazza Resistenza, while Via Garibaldi hosts the Pro Loco's stand with fritters, sandwiches, and drinks. There is also a funfair for all ages, photographic and art exhibitions, live performances, dynamic model cars, the Palio & Archers village, and the "San Prosdocimo" food stand.
Between Faith and Carnival
The connection with Saint Valentine is renewed in the solemn Holy Mass with the traditional kissing of the relic, while its February timing links the fair with Carnival, featuring allegorical floats and activities for all ages. Organized by the Pro Loco of Castelbaldo, in the province of Padua, the fair is a living testament to how a centuries-old event can renew itself while remaining the beating heart of the community.
Saint Valentine's Fair — edition 2026
The three hundred and fifteenth edition of the Saint Valentine's Fair runs from February 7th to 15th, 2026, in the historic centre of Castelbaldo. For nine days, the town celebrates its defining festival, blending commerce, faith, culture, and entertainment. Highlights include the market exhibition in Piazza Resistenza, photographic and art exhibitions, the Palio & Archers village, dynamic model cars, the funfair, food stands, the solemn Holy Mass with the kissing of Saint Valentine's relic, and Carnival with allegorical floats.
Programme Saint Valentine's Fair 2026
Events for the 2026 Edition (315th)
- 9 AM — Opening of the "Castelbaldo, in Memory" photographic exhibition and the painting and art exhibition featuring collections by L. Pigozzo, P. Giusto, and A. Finco
- 10 AM — Opening of the Palio & Archers village and the Soft Air exhibition
- 10:30 AM — Exhibition and demonstration of dynamic model cars by Cadore RC
- 11 AM — Opening of the market exhibition with various products in Piazza Resistenza
- 12 PM — Opening of the Pro Loco stand (fritters, sandwiches, chips, and drinks) in Via Garibaldi
- 2 PM — Opening of the funfair for all ages in Piazza Resistenza
- 6:30 PM — Solemn Mass of Saint Valentine with kissing of the relic
- 7 PM — Opening of the "San Prosdocimo" food stand
- Throughout the fair — Live shows, various performances, and Carnival for all ages with allegorical floats
Highlights Saint Valentine's Fair 2026
Prices Saint Valentine's Fair 2026
Practical information — Saint Valentine's Fair
Where
Historic centre of Castelbaldo (PD): Piazza Resistenza (market and funfair), Via Garibaldi (Pro Loco stand).
When
In February, around Saint Valentine's Day (February 14th).
Gastronomy
Pro Loco stand with fritters, sandwiches, chips, and drinks; "San Prosdocimo" food stand from 7 PM.
How to get there
Castelbaldo is located in the far southwest of the province of Padua, reachable by car along the SS482.
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Where does it take place — Saint Valentine's Fair
Centro storico, Piazza Resistenza e Via Garibaldi
Piazza Resistenza, 35040 Castelbaldo