# Resumption of seasonal markets in Italy > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/resumption-of-seasonal-markets-in-italy > Updated: 2026-09-24T14:06:10.000Z. Sources: 28. Developments: 2. Various seasonal markets and commercial vending opportunities are resuming or being established across Italy. In late September, vintage and collector markets returned to Ancona and Milan. The Curiosando market in Ancona featured 80 exhibitors specializing in items such as vinyl records, rare books, and antiques. Simultaneously, Milan’s East Market resumed operations at a former aeronautical factory, offering second-hand clothing, design pieces, and electronics. In Giulianova, the municipality initiated a process to assign commercial spaces in Piazza Dalla Chiesa specifically for direct farmers and agricultural entrepreneurs to promote local agro-food products. Additionally, Rome scheduled several independent market events for October, including the Unique Mkt, the Unconventional Market, and the VGMT Market. ## Claims - The six spaces in Giulianova are reserved exclusively for direct farmers and agricultural entrepreneurs. (single source) - Assigned operators in Giulianova may conduct sales on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. (single source) - Various independent markets, including Unique Mkt and Unconventional Market, are scheduled to take place in Rome during October. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-24: Agricultural commodity prices rise amid drought and supply concerns Corn and durum wheat prices are rising due to drought in Europe and reduced production estimates in the US, while Bologna reports a 10-15% increase in grape yields despite heatwaves. 26 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/giulianova-and-rome-announce-new-market-and-vending-opportunities ### 2026-09-18: Vintage markets return to Ancona and Milan Vintage markets return in Italy, with Curiosando hosting 80 exhibitors in Ancona and East Market occupying 6,000 square meters in Milan. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vintage-markets-return-to-ancona-and-milan --- Cite as: Resumption of seasonal markets in Italy. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/resumption-of-seasonal-markets-in-italy