Spring Fair
The big travelling fair that announces spring in the heart of Cesena
About Spring Fair
The fair that opens spring in Cesena
The Spring Fair is one of the most deeply rooted traditional fairs in the calendar of the Municipality of Cesena, in the Province of Forlì-Cesena, in Emilia-Romagna. Included every year among the official events approved by the municipal council, it represents the appointment that symbolically marks the arrival of the good season in Cesena's historic centre.
Stalls and goods in Piazza del Popolo
For an entire day, the historic Piazza del Popolo and the first stretch of Viale Mazzoni, up to the intersection with Via Pio Battistini, are filled with stalls and stands. The fair follows the layout of the Saturday market and brings together the best of travelling trade in Romagna: gift items, home furnishings, clothing, footwear, toys for the little ones, accessories, and much more. In the richest editions, over a hundred exhibitors, up to more than one hundred and forty travelling operators, have been present.
A widespread celebration in the historic centre
The Spring Fair is not just a large market: it is a day of celebration that invites Cesena residents and visitors to stroll through the streets and squares of the centre. Over the years, the administration has chosen to make the event increasingly widespread, often combining it with other events on the same weekend, such as the 'Regioni d'Europa' Market Exhibition with its gastronomic and craft stands, or travelling festivals dedicated to quality street food. The result is a lively spring weekend that animates the entire heart of the city.
A tradition of Romagnolo trade
Organised by the Municipality of Cesena in collaboration with travelling trade associations (FIVA Confcommercio and ANVA Confesercenti), the Spring Fair is part of a cycle of seasonal fairs that mark the Cesena year, from the Autumn Fair to the Christmas Fair. It is an opportunity to rediscover the tradition of piazza fairs, still deeply felt in Romagna today, and to experience Cesena's historic centre on a day of sunshine and celebration.
- Free admission
- Over a hundred stalls from travelling merchants
- Piazza del Popolo and Viale Mazzoni
- Outdoor event suitable for the whole family
Spring Fair — edition 2026
Spring Fair 2026
The 2026 edition was held on Sunday, March 29, occupying Piazza del Popolo and the first stretch of Viale Mazzoni, up to the intersection with Via Pio Battistini. The fair followed the layout of the Saturday market and lasted for the entire day, until the evening.
The event was included in the 2026 calendar of fairs and markets of the Municipality of Cesena, approved by council resolution and shared with the trade associations ANVA, FIVA, CIA, and Coldiretti. As per tradition, the travelling stalls offered gift items, clothing, footwear, home furnishings, and various products, enlivening the historic centre with the first major piazza fair of the season.
Programme Spring Fair 2026
Day's Programme
The Spring Fair is a traditional piazza fair held on a single day, without a structured artistic programme: the heart of the event is the travelling trade stalls.
- Time: from morning until around 8:00 PM
- Location: Piazza del Popolo and the first stretch of Viale Mazzoni (up to Via Pio Battistini)
- Goods: gift items, home furnishings, clothing, footwear, children's toys, and various products
- Layout: stall arrangement as per the Saturday market
Highlights Spring Fair 2026
Prices Spring Fair 2026
Practical information — Spring Fair
Where
The Spring Fair takes place in Piazza del Popolo and along the first stretch of Viale Mazzoni, up to the intersection with Via Pio Battistini, in the historic centre of Cesena (FC).
When and times
The fair is held on a single day, usually a spring Sunday, from morning (from 8:00 AM) until evening (around 8:00 PM).
How to get there
Cesena is served by the train station on the Bologna-Rimini line, a few minutes' walk from the historic centre. By car, it can be reached via the A14 motorway (Cesena exit). During larger events, the Municipality activates free shuttle buses from peripheral car parks (Ippodromo, Montefiore shopping centre).
Information
Municipality of Cesena, tel. +39 0547 356111. Updated fair calendar on the official website of the Municipality.
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Where does it take place — Spring Fair
Piazza del Popolo e Viale Mazzoni
Piazza del Popolo, 47521 Cesena