Militalia – 78th edition

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

On Saturday 31 October and Sunday 1 November, Militalia returns to Parco Esposizioni Novegro for its 78th edition!

Here’s what you will find:

• military memorabilia
• conferences focusing on military history and book presentations
• themed exhibition “The Foreign Legion”
• 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

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

– Saturday 31 October: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

– Sunday 1 November: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

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We look forward to seeing you!

Is airsoft your favourite sport?

If the answer is ‘yes’, be sure to pop along to the National Airsoft Exhibition, taking place as part of Militalia on Saturday 31 October and Sunday 1 November!

The event will take place in Pavilion A of Parco Esposizioni Novegro, featuring a wide range of airsoft items, optics, accessories and technical clothing for all enthusiasts.

And that’s not all: you’ll also be able to try your hand at hands-on activities suitable for all ages.

New opening times (Pavilion A):

– Saturday 31 October: 9.00 a.m. – 6.00 p.m.

– Sunday 1 November: 9.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m.

Are you looking for an event where you can rediscover the past and broaden your cultural horizons whilst having fun?

Storia Viva, the Historical Re-enactment Festival taking place in Pavilion D at Militalia in Parco Esposizioni Novegro on Saturday 31 October and Sunday 1 November, will take you on a journey through time thanks to the participation of numerous associations.

The event will feature re-enactors from various eras and civilisations:

• Ancient Egypt
• Ancient Rome
• Celts
• Vikings
• Historical Fencing
• Franches De La Marine (the Seven Years’ War fought in Europe)
• Second World War
• US Marines

In addition, there will be activities for visitors of all ages, including:

• educational points to deepen your knowledge of our past
• demonstrations of traditional fencing and combat
• and much more

It will be the perfect event for enthusiasts, young people and anyone who wants to travel back in time!

New opening hours (Pavilion D):

– Saturday 31 October: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

– Sunday 1 November: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Don’t miss out!

At Militalia, military collecting is right at home!

The fair will, in fact, showcase a wide range of historical memorabilia: medals, books, documents, decorations, clothing, posters, everyday objects, reproductions, helmets and much more.

All with a primary focus on the 19th century and the periods of the two world wars.

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

The 78th edition of Militalia will feature the themed exhibition “The Foreign Legion”.

In the centre of Pavilion C, documents, artefacts and uniforms relating to this military corps of the French Army will be on display, recounting its history and its relationship with Italy.

The Foreign Legion was established by decree of King Louis-Philippe of France on 10 March 1831 to support the French conquest of Algeria, recruiting all foreigners who wished to enlist voluntarily.

The first firefight, fought with great valour at Maison Carrée (now known as El Harrach) earned them the red and green epaulettes of the Grenadiers and the French tricolour.