01Rimini in March 2027 at a glance
Hotel Viking is a 3-star hotel run by the Antonioli family in Viserbella di Rimini, 100 metres from the sea and 5 km from the Rimini Expo Centre (Fiera di Rimini). Here's what's on in Rimini in March. In March the Riviera wakes up: the Expo Centre hosts KEY – The Energy Transition Expo, the theme parks start to reopen and in 2027 Easter falls early, on 28 March, with the Paganello on the beach and youth tournaments.
We're open all month. For Easter and the spring long weekends, see our seaside in spring page.
| Main events | KEY, Festa dell'Arengo |
|---|---|
| Rimini Expo Centre | 5 km, about 10 minutes by car |
| Sea | 100 m |
| Public holidays | 25 March, Festa dell'Arengo in San Marino; 28 and 29 March, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday. |
02March events in and around Rimini
This month's events in Rimini, along the Riviera and in the hinterland, checked on the official websites in October 2026. Those marked dates to be confirmed usually take place around this time, but the 2027 dates haven't been announced yet: check the event's website before booking.
- KEY – The Energy Transition Expo + HYPE Hydrogen Power Expo
10–12 March 2027
Rimini, Rimini Expo Centre (Fiera di Rimini). International trade fair devoted to the energy transition, renewables and hydrogen, with exhibitors and professionals from all over the world. Source - Giardini d'Autore – Spring Edition
usually a weekend in mid to late March (2026: 21–22 March) · dates to be confirmed
Rimini, historic centre (Piazza Malatesta, Castel Sismondo). A botanical show and market with nurseries from all over Italy, rare plants, gardening workshops, guided tours and talks. Source - Fogheracce / Fugaracia (spring bonfires)
usually 18 March (eve of St Joseph's Day) · dates to be confirmed
Riccione, free beach at Piazzale San Martino (a tradition found all over Romagna). A traditional Romagna festival welcoming spring, with music, street food and a huge bonfire on the beach. Source - Riccione Motor Fest
usually mid-March (2026: 14–15 March) · dates to be confirmed
Riccione. A weekend devoted to the world of motoring in the centre of Riccione. Source - Italia in Miniatura reopens
usually mid to late March (weekends), and in any case by Easter · dates to be confirmed
Rimini (Viserba), Italia in Miniatura. The park of miniature Italian and European landmarks opens its season at weekends in spring, just a few minutes from Viserbella. Source - Paganello – Beach Ultimate World Cup
held every year at Easter: in 2027 probably 27–29 March (welcome party on Friday 26th), to be confirmed · dates to be confirmed
Rimini, Marina Centro beach (from Bagno Nettuno to Bagno 60, Piazzale Kennedy). A long-standing international frisbee tournament on the sand with more than 200 teams and 2,500 athletes, freestyle, a family area and finals on Easter Monday. Source - Romagna Easter Cup
usually Easter weekend (in 2027: around 26–29 March), to be confirmed · dates to be confirmed
Rimini, Bellaria Igea Marina and Cesenatico (sports grounds). An international youth football tournament with a teams' parade and free-entry matches over Easter. Source - Trofeo Adriatico (youth football tournament)
usually over Easter (late March in 2027), to be confirmed · dates to be confirmed
Rimini, Romeo Neri stadium and municipal pitches. An international youth football tournament organised by Tropical Coriano, with hundreds of teams from several European countries. Source - FIN national youth swimming finals and championships
usually March (2027 calendar not yet published) · dates to be confirmed
Riccione, Stadio del Nuoto. These traditional national youth swimming competitions bring thousands of athletes, coaches and families to Riccione. Source - Festa dell'Arengo (San Marino)
25 March 2027 (fixed national holiday)
Republic of San Marino. San Marino's national holiday commemorating the Arengo of 1906, with ceremonies in the historic centre. Source
03March offers at Hotel Viking
In March our prices vary with the period, the trade fairs and the events in town: the lowest price is always the direct one, on our website or by phone. Tourist tax not included; private car park €6 per night; reductions for children and a free cot for ages 0 to 2.
You can see the exact price for your dates in a minute with Check availability, or ask us for a quote on WhatsApp. The earlier you book, the less you pay: see prices and offers.
04Getting to the events from the hotel
The Rimini Expo Centre (Fiera di Rimini) is 5 km from the hotel, about 10 minutes by car; Rimini town centre is a quarter of an hour away. Bus no. 4 stops 100 metres away (stop 25) and runs along the coast towards Rimini. For Riccione, Misano, San Marino and the hilltop villages, a car is your best bet: in front of the hotel there's our fenced, CCTV-monitored private car park, at €6 a night.
For more ideas for your free days, see our pages on things to do in Rimini and the hinterland and hilltop villages; you'll find all the year's events on our events in Rimini page.
05What our guests say
What guests who stayed with us at this time of year have to say.
Every year for the fair
«We were looking for a hotel near the fair so we could come every year, and we finally found it… excellent location, a stone’s throw from the sea and the fair!»
Day trips
«You can book trips inland with the help of the reception staff»
06Rimini in other months
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07FAQ
What events are on in Rimini in March?
Highlights include KEY and the Festa dell'Arengo. You'll find the full list, with official sources, on this page.
Is Hotel Viking open in March?
Yes: we are open all year round, except for two weeks' holiday starting on 13 September.
How far is the hotel from the Rimini Expo Centre?
5 km, about 10 minutes by car; the hotel's private car park costs €6 a night.
How can I get to the events without a car?
Take bus no. 4, which stops 100 metres from the hotel (stop 25) and runs along the coast into Rimini, or cycle along the Parco del Mare cycle path.
When is Easter in 2027?
On 28 March; Easter Monday is 29 March.
