Militalia – 77th edition

Are you looking for an event where military collecting, airsoft and historical re-enactment take centre stage?

On Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 May, Militalia returns to Parco Esposizioni Novegro for its 77th edition!

Here’s what you will find:

• military memorabilia
• conferences focusing on military history and book presentations
• themed exhibition “Mountain Artillery and Alpini Artillery”
• specialist publishers
• military vehicles on display
• The National Airsoft Exhibition in Pavilion A (+ outdoor area)!
• the Culter Expo exhibition
• Storia Viva: historical re-enactments in Pavilion D + Outdoor Area (Ancient Egyptians, Ancient Romans, Celts, Vikings, the Middle Ages, Historical Fencing, the Napoleonic Period, the Risorgimento Period, French and Indian War)
• much more

Opening hours (Pavilions A, B, C, D + Outdoor Area):

– Saturday 9 May: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m

– Sunday 10 May: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

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We look forward to seeing you!

If airsoft is your passion and you’re always on the lookout for new ways to enjoy it to the full, this is the event for you!

Don’t miss the National Airsoft Exhibition, taking place as part of Militalia on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 May!

The event will take place in Pavilion A and also in the outdoor area of Parco Esposizioni Novegro, with a wide range of airsoft guns, optics, accessories and technical clothing for all enthusiasts.

And that’s not all: you can also try your hand at indoor and outdoor shooting activities, suitable for all ages and perfect for improving your accuracy.

Opening times (Pavilion A + Outdoor Area):

-Saturday 9 May: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

-Sunday 10 May: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Would you like to take a journey through time and discover the customs and traditions of different eras and civilisations up close?

Storia Viva, the Historical Re-enactment Festival taking place in Pavilion D (+ Outdoor Area) at Militalia at Parco Esposizioni Novegro on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 May, will offer you an immersive experience thanks to the presence of numerous associations and activities designed to transport you back in time.

You’ll find re-enactors specialising in a variety of fields:

• Ancient Egyptians
• Ancient Romans
• Celts
• Vikings
• the Middle Ages
• Historical Fencing
• the Napoleonic Period
• the Risorgimento Period
• French and Indian War

There will also be activities for visitors of all ages, including:

• axe-throwing sessions
• traditional and historical fencing, and demonstrations of Celtic combat
• educational stands to expand your knowledge of the civilisations that came before us
• exhibitors selling armour, jewellery and other accessories for historical re-enactment
• craft beer and mead
• and much more

It will be a weekend of celebration dedicated to culture and fun just a stone’s throw from Milan: an unmissable event for enthusiasts, young people and anyone who wants to step back in time!

Opening hours (Pavilion D + Outdoor Area):

-Saturday 9 May: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

-Sunday 10 May: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Don’t miss out!

If military collecting is your passion, Militalia is the perfect event for you!

At the fair, you’ll discover a vast selection of historical memorabilia: medals, books, documents, decorations, clothing, posters, everyday objects, reproductions, helmets and much more.

A unique event, with a particular focus on the 19th century and the two world wars, designed for enthusiasts, collectors and those simply curious.

Every blade tells a story.

Discover yours at Culter Expo, in Pavilion C of Militalia: a trade fair dedicated to high-quality cutlery, featuring collectible knives, hunting knives, bushcraft knives and knives for every other purpose.

The 77th edition of Militalia will host the themed exhibition “Mountain Artillery and Alpine Artillery”.

In the centre of Pavilion C, documents, artefacts and uniforms relating to this specialised branch of the Italian Army will be on display, tracing all the key stages of its history.

The Italian Army’s Mountain Artillery has been, and remains, a specialised unit designed to operate in inaccessible terrain and high-altitude mountain environments.

Established in 1877 as a specialist support unit for the Alpine Infantry, it has historically been linked to pack-animal transport, distinguishing itself in the First World War and, previously, in Libya. It subsequently evolved into modern mechanised units, now known as Land Artillery.

Storia Viva, the Historical Re-enactment Festival in Pavilion D and the Outdoor Area of Militalia, will feature numerous associations that will introduce you to the customs and traditions of various civilisations that came before us:

• APS Fisas – Traditional Fencing
• Amaltea Associazione Storico Culturale – Middle Ages and Risorgimento
• ASD 3/5 Marines – American Marines
• Kaitorikes – Celts
• Clan Íssnákarr – Vikings
• Cavalieri del Fango – Regio Esercito II World War
• Confederate Signal Corps – American Civil War
• Di Santi e Fanti – Historic Fencing
• Klo Svarte Natten – Vikings
• Confraternita del Leone – Celts
• Legio VIII Augusta Milano – Ancient Romans and Ancient Egyptians
• Teuta Briva – Celts

Among the activities planned, details of which we will be sharing in the coming days, there will be educational stands, combat simulations and archery sessions open to the public!

At Storia Viva (Pavilion D + Outdoor Area of Militalia), there will be more than just educational stands: re-enactors will involve you in other interactive activities, which will take place throughout the day on both Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 May:

CLAN ÌSSNÀKAR – AXE THROWING EXERCISES

For the first time at the fair, you can practise axe throwing in complete safety with the Viking historical re-enactment group Clan Ìssnàkar.

APS FISAS – DEMONSTRATIONS OF TRADITIONAL, ANCIENT, HISTORICAL AND CLASSICAL FENCING

Thanks to demonstrations organised by APS Fisas, you’ll be able to observe all the techniques of traditional, ancient, historical and classical fencing up close

KLO SVARTE NATTEN – ARCHERY PRACTICE

Do you want to become a master of the Viking bow?

The historical re-enactment group ASCD Klo Svarte Natten will teach you how to use it correctly through practice sessions!

KAITORIKES – DEMONSTRATIONS OF HISTORICAL CELTIC FENCING

Would you like to discover how the Celts fought?

The re-enactors from the Kaitorikes group will teach you all the secrets through demonstrations of historical fencing!

DI SANTI E FANTI MILANO – PRACTICAL SESSIONS AND ARMOR FITTING

If you love historical fencing, you can take part in the practical sessions and watch the armor fitting organised by Di Santi e Fanti Milano.

At the National Airsoft Exhibition (Pavilion A + Outdoor Area of Militalia), as well as doing a bit of fun shopping for airsoft gear, you can take part in a range of activities throughout Saturday and Sunday:

KILLING HOUSE (PAVILION A)

The Killing House, organised by Aps Nucleo Ardente and Lucifer Airsoft, is a dynamic shooting course featuring various types of targets, where participants will be timed as they clear rooms.

You can always register directly at the fair by paying a participation fee.

There will be daily prizes depending on the type of registration.

NERF SHOOTING RANGE AND CHALLENGES (OUTDOOR AREA)

Outside, there will be a new Nerf area organised by BlasterItaly ASD, where you’ll find a target shooting range and areas set up for 1v1 and 2v2 challenges.

The activities are aimed at both children and adults and are free of charge.

ITALIAN CQB SHOOTING COMPETITION (PAVILION A)

At the Federazione Italiana Giochi Tattici (FIGT-ASNWG) venue, you can take part in the Italian Cup CQB Shooting Competition, organised by Aimsoft Shooting Competition, Jolly Softair, G & G Armament and Camphoenix Softaidromo.

Participants will take part in a timed static target shooting session with 50 rounds available. ⏱️

The top 6 people with the best times will be selected for the national finals at Camphoenix Softairdromo on the weekend of 23–24 May.

To take part, you must be at least 14 years old, register at the fair using a special ticket and be a member of the FIGT (membership can also be obtained on-site).