The Bella Befana Bazaar is a unique opportunity for the Italian and American military community to shop a private event from vendors located around the world. This exclusive buying opportunity is only available to those with Aviano Air Base access through your military identification card or authorized guest pass. If you have questions regarding Aviano Air Base access please send questions to bellabefana@gmail.com.
Are civilian employees at Aviano Air Base allowed to shop at the Bella Befana Bazaar?
Yes, civilian employees are allowed to join our private shopping event if they have Aviano Air Base access. This is a new addition to the Bella Befana Bazaar. If you have questions regarding Aviano Air Base access please send questions to bellabefana@gmail.com.
How are vendors selected for the Bella Befana Bazaar?
The Bella Befana Bazaar is an invitation only event that allows over a 100 international business owners to offer their products to the Aviano community. The selectivity of our event gives the Bella Befana Bazaar Committee the ability to find the highest quality products for the best possible price.
Does the Bella Befana Bazaar Save You Time and Money?
Yes, a goal of the Bella Befana Bazaar committee is to provide the highest quality goods with the best selection for the best price. Our committee works a year in advance to provide the best shopping experience possible to help raise money for philanthropic giving to enhance our entire Aviano Air Base community.
- Your family saves money by not having the costs associated with traveling to the location of the business. This cost savings opportunity eliminates expenses associated with gas, meals, hotels, and monetary exchange rates.
- You have the option of paying the amount you are willing to spend for all items purchased. Although, we provide the best prices possible, all items are subject to negotiation between you and the store owner.
- Your family does not have to pay the costs associated with getting the goods to Aviano. The vendors are responsible for paying their own transportation costs.
- You don't have to worry about the exchange rate because all prices are in dollars.
- You save money by buying european goods without the cost of packing and shipping the items internationally to the United States.
Do most vendors provide in home delivery?
Yes, most vendors are prepared to deliver the larger items purchased to your home.
Do most vendors let you see the interior decorations in your home before you buy them?
Yes, most vendors will offer the option of seeing the items in your home before you have to commit to purchasing the desired goods. This allows the buyer the best possible shopping experience and increases satisfaction with the products.
Do you have the option to request items from the vendors?
Yes, with advance planning you can send all requests to bellabefana@gmail.com. We will try to do our best to accommodate all requests by working with the vendors before they come to our event. This helps the vendors offer desired products and the buyers to have the best possible selection.
Yes, most vendors are prepared to deliver the larger items purchased to your home.
Do most vendors let you see the interior decorations in your home before you buy them?
Yes, most vendors will offer the option of seeing the items in your home before you have to commit to purchasing the desired goods. This allows the buyer the best possible shopping experience and increases satisfaction with the products.
Do you have the option to request items from the vendors?
Yes, with advance planning you can send all requests to bellabefana@gmail.com. We will try to do our best to accommodate all requests by working with the vendors before they come to our event. This helps the vendors offer desired products and the buyers to have the best possible selection.
Do all military installations host a bazaar?
No, this is a unique shopping experience because vendors are willing to come to Aviano Air Base and volunteers give their time to host this wonderful event for our community.
