Every spring, Florence opens its doors to one of the most anticipated and fascinating events of the year: the International Crafts Exhibition (MIDA), hosted in the evocative setting of the Fortezza da Basso. From April 25 to May 1, 2025, the city transforms into a true capital of creativity, where artisans, designers and artists from all over Italy and the world meet to celebrate the art of “know-how”.

🧵 What is MIDA

The Mostra Internazionale dell'Artigianato is a historic fair, founded in 1931, and today it is a point of reference for those who love quality craftsmanship, artisan tradition, but also contemporary experimentation. Here, craftsmanship is told in all its forms: from wood to ceramics, from fabrics to metals, from glass to leather, up to artisanal food & wine and designer design.

🛍️ What you can find

• Italian and international artistic craftsmanship: selected exhibitors offer unique, handmade, authentic and often unobtainable objects.

• Thematic areas: pavilions dedicated to furniture, fashion, wellness, home, with experiential spaces and live demonstrations.

• Young talents and new trends: ample space is dedicated to makers, emerging designers and creative start-ups.

• Culinary excellence: food stands, tastings, regional specialties and gourmet street food.

• Workshops and activities for families: workshops, craft demonstrations, interactive activities for adults and children.

🌍 An international breath

MIDA also hosts a guest nation of honor every year, which brings its traditions, colors and master craftsmen to Florence. An opportunity to discover distant cultures and techniques, in a lively and multicultural atmosphere.

Opening hours:

• Every day: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm

• Outdoor dining area: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm (free admission after 8:00 pm).

• On May 1st the closing time is brought forward to 8:00 pm

Tickets:

• Full: €8.00

• Reduced: €6.00 ​​(reserved for people with disabilities and other specific categories)

• 3-day pass: €14.00 (valid for one entry per day from 28th to 30th April)

• Free admission: children up to 12 years old accompanied, companions of disabled people and groups of at least 10 people