Umoristi a Marostica - International Exhibition of Humorous Graphics
The great international review of drawn satire, in the Upper Castle
About Umoristi a Marostica
More than half a century of drawn satire
"Umoristi a Marostica" is the International Exhibition of Humorous Graphics held in Marostica, in the province of Vicenza, since 1969. Organized by the Gruppo Grafico Marosticense, it is one of the longest-running and most prestigious reviews of graphic satire and humor in Italy, capable of attracting cartoonists, illustrators, and artists from every continent.
A different theme every year
The heart of the event is the international competition: each edition proposes a theme on which authors are invited to engage with the weapon of satire. The selected works are exhibited in the evocative halls of the Upper Castle, the medieval manor that dominates the village. A special jury awards the prizes, including the prestigious International Grand Prix "Scacchiera", which recalls the city's chess symbol.
A heritage for the city
Over the decades, the exhibition has amassed a historical archive of over 13,000 works, from 1969 to the present, recently transferred to public ownership: a unique heritage of international graphic and satirical culture. "Umoristi a Marostica" confirms Marostica's cultural vocation and enriches Veneto's offerings with an event that combines art, irony, and reflection on current affairs.
Umoristi a Marostica — edition 2026
The 52nd edition of "Umoristi a Marostica" (May 9 – June 7, 2026) chooses "Hope" as its theme, explored through the lens of satire in a time marked by global crises and tensions. The halls of the Upper Castle host the works selected from the submissions of 396 authors from 62 countries. The jury presidency is entrusted to Mariagrazia Quaranta, to whom the "Salone d'Autore" exhibition space is dedicated. Among the new features of this edition is the debut of the Elena Xausa Prize.
Programme Umoristi a Marostica 2026
Opening and Awards Ceremony
- Saturday, May 9, 2026, 5:00 PM — Awards ceremony, Upper Castle
2026 Awards
- International Grand Prix "Scacchiera": Heibat Ahmadi (Iran)
- "Sandro Carlesso" Prize: Amir Dehghan (Iran)
- "Marco Sartore" Prize: Francesca Vignaga (Italy)
- "Elena Xausa" Prize (debut): Tuna Ceylan (Turkey)
- International Prize: awarded to ten authors from various countries
Exhibition
- May 9 – June 7, 2026 — Exhibition of selected works in the halls of the Upper Castle, open on weekends and public holidays
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Practical information — Umoristi a Marostica
How to get there
Marostica (VI) is reachable by car from the A31 (Dueville exit) or from Vicenza Nord, then take the SP248 towards Bassano del Grappa. The Upper Castle can be reached on foot from the center along the walls, with a short panoramic climb.
Admission
Admission to the exhibition is free.
Opening Hours
Open on weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) with morning and afternoon hours; consult the official website for updated hours.
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Castello Superiore di Marostica
Castello Superiore, 36063 Marostica