A retro day filled with swing music, classic VW Beetles, and a vintage market in Romentino
In the heart of Romentino, a small town in the province of Novara, Piedmont, the Vintage Party turns back the clock for a full day dedicated to retro charm. Piazza San Giovanni and the surrounding streets fill with music, color, and nostalgic treasures, recreating the spirit of traditional village fairs. It is an event designed to engage families, vintage enthusiasts, and casual visitors alike, where every generation can rediscover a memory or find something new.
The heart of the event is swing music, accompanied by dancers who bring the dances of the mid-20th century back to life. Alongside the makeshift dance floor in the square, you will find traditional gamesโthe kind played in streets or courtyards before the digital age. A major attraction is the exhibition of classic Volkswagen Beetles, true icons of 20th-century automotive design, lined up for the delight of motor enthusiasts and photographers.
For lovers of retro style and collectibles, the vintage market is the perfect opportunity to browse through clothing, accessories, vinyl records, design objects, and small mementos of the past. It is the kind of market where the thrill of the hunt is just as important as the purchase, and every stall tells a story.
The day does not forget the little ones, with shows and entertainment dedicated to children, making the Vintage Party a truly family-friendly event. At midday, it is also possible to have lunch together in the square at tables set up for the occasion, enjoying dishes prepared by local Romentino merchants.
Promoted by the Pro Loco Tourist Association of Romentino in collaboration with local businesses, the Vintage Party is a prime example of how small Piedmontese towns can revitalize their squares with original, well-attended events that attract visitors from neighboring towns in the province of Novara.
The 2026 edition of the Vintage Party was held on Sunday, May 3, in Piazza San Giovanni in Romentino, in the province of Novara, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The town center was transformed into a set from another era, animated by swing music and dancers who brought the atmosphere of the mid-20th century to life.
The day's offerings included: traditional games, a vintage market, an exhibition of classic Volkswagen Beetles, and shows dedicated to children. At lunchtime, it was possible to stop at tables set up in the square, with dishes prepared by local merchants upon reservation.
The detailed program was communicated by the organization through the local press and the official channels of the Municipality of Romentino.
The Vintage Party takes place in Piazza San Giovanni, in the center of Romentino (NO), on a Sunday in spring, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Romentino is located a few kilometers east of Novara, along the route towards Trecate and the Ticino river. By car, it is easily reached from the A4 Turin-Milan motorway (Novara Est exit) or the main road. By train, the reference station is Novara, which is well-connected to Turin and Milan; from there, you can continue by bus or car.
Admission to the event is free. For lunch in the square, mandatory reservations must be made directly with local merchants by the Saturday preceding the event.
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