Saints' Fair

A Centuries-Old Fair in Comelico

The Saints' Fair is one of the oldest events in the Belluno Dolomites: it is held in Santo Stefano di Cadore, the center of Comelico in the province of Belluno, every year on November 2nd and 3rd. Its origins date back to the 13th century (the first evidence is from 1263), when it was founded as a cattle fair in the period preceding winter, with the first snowfalls on the mountains.

Between History and Tradition

For centuries, the fair was a fundamental event for the buying and selling of livestock and for commercial exchanges between mountain communities. It still retains its ancient charm today: the streets of the center fill with stalls, tools, and merchandise, while costumed figures and musicians in traditional dress bring the original atmosphere back to life.

Flavors and Autumn Atmospheres

The Saints' Fair is also a celebration of autumn flavors: roasted chestnuts, fried sweets, cotton candy, wine, and beer accompany visitors among the stalls. An opportunity to discover the crafts and typical products of Comelico, in a unique setting that combines the historical memory of the territory with the liveliness of a large village fair.