“A Van la Vacie” – The Befana arrives in Comacchio

On January 5 and 6, Comacchio hosts its traditional celebration dedicated to the Befana: two lively and festive days designed to bid farewell to the Christmas season in a joyful and welcoming atmosphere.

On January 5, the town comes alive with “La Tamplà”, the traditional parade of the Befanas: a colorful procession through the historic center with costumed participants and the famous dialect motto “A Van la Vacie”, a true symbol of local identity.

On January 6, the celebration continues with a full day of entertainment dedicated to children: sweets and candies distributed throughout the town center, shows and activities designed to experience the magic of the Epiphany.
At 6:00 pm, the Befana will greet everyone from the monumental Trepponti Bridge, accompanied by a spectacular fireworks show that will illuminate Comacchio.
 

Event Program

From Saturday, January 3 to Tuesday, January 6, 2026

Historic Center · Piazza Folegatti
Befana Market
Crafts, gift ideas, local products, and roaming entertainment.

Sunday, January 4

From 4:00 pm – Trepponti
Ageless Befana Casting
Award for the most original Befana.
Organized by ASD My Life in collaboration with Bagno Battija

Monday, January 5

A VAN LA VACIE – Preview of the Befana Festival

10:30 am–12:30 pm – Comacchioland Village (Largo Cardinal Pallotta Parking Area)

Opening of the Happy Land, Sweet Christmas, and Giant Brick areas.
Organized by SSD ARL VL Fusionlab with Associazione Marasue

2:30 pm – Piazzetta Trepponti
Parade of the Befanas with Minnie and Mickey in traditional Comacchio style.

4:00 pm – Historic Center
La Tamplà, the traditional Befana march with classic costumes and folk songs.

4:30 pm – Clock Tower
The Firefighters’ Befana: a spectacular descent from the tower.

5:00 pm – Comacchioland Village
Opening of the Sweet Christmas area and awarding of the winning Befana.

San Giuseppe – Piazza della Rimembranza (2:00 pm – 8:00 pm)
Children’s entertainment, appearance of the Befana, and award ceremony for the “Fantasie di Natale” contest.
Organized by A.C.D. San Giuseppe

Tuesday, January 6

A VAN LA VACIE – Befana Festival

From 9:30 am – Historic Center
Befana Market

10:30 am–12:30 pm – Comacchioland Village
Opening of play areas and workshops

10:30 am–12:30 pm – Manifattura dei Marinati
The Befana arrives at the Manifattura with gifts and stockings for the children

3:00 pm – Historic Center & Comacchioland Village
Distribution of stockings to all children

5:00 pm – Piazzetta Luca Danese
Stands with sweets and hot drinks

6:00 pm – Piazzetta Luca Danese
The Befana’s Farewell to the Children
Music, dancing fountains, performances, and a wonderful fireworks show
Organized by Associazione Marasue.

Experience the Most Beloved Winter Tradition

“A Van la Vacie” is a journey into local folklore, an event perfect for families and children and a wonderful opportunity to discover Comacchio through traditions, sweetness and enchantment.