San Michele Fair
The historic spring fair of Filottrano, with stalls, flavours, and tradition
About San Michele Fair
The San Michele Fair in Filottrano
The San Michele Fair is one of the most deeply rooted traditional events in Filottrano, a hilly town in the Province of Ancona, in the Marche region. It is held every year in spring and transforms the town centre into a large open-air market for a few days, with its heart in the dedicated Piazzale della Fiera di San Michele and the surrounding streets of the historic centre.
A tradition linked to the patron saint
The fair is named after Saint Michael the Archangel, a figure deeply venerated in local religious tradition. Fairs like this were once major commercial and social gatherings for the farming community, and in Filottrano, the custom has been passed down from generation to generation, maintaining its popular character and village festival atmosphere.
What to expect
The heart of the event is the stalls, which liven up the streets and squares for the entire duration of the event. The offering is wide and varied:
- Clothing and accessories
- Jewellery and costume jewellery
- Toys for the little ones
- Linens for the home
- Food stands with specialities for all tastes
In past editions, the fair has also offered activities for families, such as small carousels, entertainment for children, and live music in the evenings. The atmosphere is typical of Marche fairs: relaxed, convivial, and suitable for all ages.
Filottrano and its territory
Nestled in the rolling hills between the Musone and Esino valleys, Filottrano is a village in the Marche Region known for its historic centre, artisan traditions, and vibrant community life. The San Michele Fair is the time when the town opens its streets to visitors from neighbouring municipalities, confirming itself as a regular and eagerly awaited event of the Filottrano spring.
San Michele Fair — edition 2026
The San Michele Fair 2026 was held in Filottrano (Province of Ancona) from Friday, May 8 to Sunday, May 10, 2026. As tradition dictates, Friday served as the opening day, while Saturday and Sunday represented the highlight of the fair.
Throughout the weekend, the streets and squares of the centre came alive with stalls selling clothing, jewellery, toys, and linens, alongside the ever-present food stands offering specialities for all tastes. The event, with free admission, attracted visitors from Filottrano and neighbouring towns in the valley.
The detailed programme, including any evening events and entertainment activities, was published by the Municipality of Filottrano in the weeks preceding the event.
Programme San Michele Fair 2026
The detailed programme for the 2026 edition (opening hours of stalls, potential evening events, and children's activities) was released by the Municipality of Filottrano in the days before the fair. The traditional structure of the event includes:
- Friday, May 8 — Opening day and opening of stalls
- Saturday, May 9 — Fair in the historic centre, stalls, and food stands
- Sunday, May 10 — Main day with peak attendance
For updated details, please refer to the official channels of the Municipality of Filottrano.
Highlights San Michele Fair 2026
The stalls spread throughout the historic centre, the food stands with local specialities, and the convivial atmosphere of the traditional Filottrano spring fair.
Prices San Michele Fair 2026
Practical information — San Michele Fair
How to get there
Filottrano can be reached by car from the SS16 Adriatica or the A14 motorway (exits Ancona Sud or Loreto-Porto Recanati), continuing inland. The fair takes place in the town centre and in the Piazzale della Fiera di San Michele.
When
The event is traditionally held on a weekend in May.
Admission
Access to the fair area and stalls is free.
Information
For the updated programme and times, it is advisable to consult the website and channels of the Municipality of Filottrano.
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Where does it take place — San Michele Fair
Piazzale della Fiera di San Michele e centro storico