Festival · June 21, 2026 – July 5, 2026 · Bassano Romano (VT)
Step back in time with the Mercatini Seicento in Bassano Romano, an event celebrating 17th-century crafts, ancient trades, and delicious food and wine. The program features historical reenactments, theatrical performances, Baroque music, and art exhibitions, offering an immersive experience into 17th-century culture. Don't miss the taverns and cellars serving typical flavors from the period.
Indulge in authentic 17th-century flavors and traditional food and wine products, offering a unique taste of historical Italian cuisine.
📅 SUN, JUNE 21 ⏰ 11:00 AM 📍 Villa Giustiniani: "Tessere di Vita": presentation of the Maieusis psychotherapeutic community project and exhibition opening. 📅 JULY 3-5 ⏰ 6:00 PM: Official opening of the Mercatini del '600. 🍽️ From 8:00 PM: Taverns and cellars serving 17th-century flavors. 📅 FRIDAY, JULY 3 ⏰ 9:00 PM: Historical parade through the village streets with the Tamburini "Vincenzo Giustiniani." ⏰ 9:30 PM 📍 Villa Giustiniani: "Francesco, l'amato mio": a candlelight theatrical performance celebrating 800 years since the death of San Francesco. 📅 SAT, JULY 4 ⏰ 11:00 AM & 6:00 PM 📍 Villa Giustiniani: Guided tour of Villa Giustiniani (and its small theater). ⏰ 9:30 PM 📍 Villa Giustiniani: Arrival of Innocenzo X and Donna Olimpia Maidalchini. ⏰ 10:00 PM 📍 Piazza Umberto I: Compagnia de lo Grifone presents "Luce ed Ombra - L'eterno Cammino": a show featuring aerial dance, scenic combat, and fire effects dedicated to San Francesco. 📅 SUN, JULY 5 ⏰ 11:00 AM 📍 Parco di Villa Giustiniani: Guided tour of Parco di Villa Giustiniani and its small theater, with participation from the Mercatini historical parade. ⏰ 5:30 PM 📍 Villa Giustiniani: "Dove le voci restano": a visit to the Villa and storytelling of historical places with Raffaello Fusaro. ⏰ 9:15 PM 📍 Piazza Umberto I: Reenactment of the Investiture Ceremony of the Princes of Bassano. 🎵 9:45 PM 📍 Villa Giustiniani: "Il Suono del Tempo": music, space, architecture of harmonies, a concert directed by Maestro Sergio Oliva. ⏰ 11:00 PM: Baroque fountains mark the closing of the event. 🖼️ Borgo San Filippo: Exhibition "La Luce di Caravaggio" featuring works by Gabriele Benedetti. ⚔️ Piazza Regina Margherita: Wild Dogs: historical combat demonstrations and educational activities on ancient trades. 🎤 Pier Paolo Pederzini "RimAttore": roaming the village streets and squares with his improvised rhyming jester performance.