The Castelvetro Market

A Monthly Appointment with Antiques and Vintage

Il Mercatino di Castelvetro is a market for antiques and second-hand goods that animates the Longo district of Castelvetro Piacentino every month, a municipality in the province of Piacenza in Emilia-Romagna, a short walk from the border with Cremona. The event takes place monthly, on the fourth Sunday of each month, from March to December, and has become a reference point for collectors and lovers of bygone beauty from all over the Po Valley region.

What You Can Find Among the Stalls

The approximately 80 exhibitors present offer a varied and curated selection: small antiques, brocante, modern design items, vintage objects, home decor, and vintage clothing. Items range from furniture to books, from ceramics to accessories, as well as rare and hard-to-find objects that delight lovers of bric-a-brac and vintage.

• Small antiques and vintage objects
• Brocante and modern design items
• Furniture and home decor
• Vintage clothing and accessories

Opening Hours and Schedule

The market opens its doors early: hours are from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM in the cooler months, while in the summer months, closing is brought forward to 2:00 PM due to the heat. The December edition, instead of being held on the fourth Sunday, is scheduled for December 8th, on the occasion of the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. Admission is free and open to all.

Who Organizes the Event

The market is managed by the Associazione Ars Nova - Aps, active in the Piacenza area in promoting cultural initiatives and the enhancement of second-hand goods and crafts. The event is part of the local events promoted by Visit Piacenza, the official tourist information body for the province.

A Tradition That Enhances the Territory

More than just a second-hand market, the Mercatino di Castelvetro represents a moment of social interaction and discovery. Strolling among the stalls in the Longo district means immersing yourself in the culture of recovery and reuse, supporting local exhibitors, and rediscovering objects that tell the daily story of Italian families. It is also an ideal opportunity for a Sunday outing to discover Castelvetro Piacentino and the lower Piacenza area.