ANCESTRALIA - Traves Folk Fest

A journey through the ancestral roots of the Valli di Lanzo

Ancestralia - Traves Folk Fest is an annual festival dedicated to art, music, culture, and ancestral traditions, with a special focus on the rediscovery of Celtic culture. It is held in Traves, a small village nestled in the woods of the Valli di Lanzo, in the Metropolitan City of Turin, Piedmont. For one weekend, the event transforms the village squares and spaces into a meeting place for sounds, knowledge, and nature.

From roots to the future

Founded in 2025, the festival carries forward a cultural project that looks to the past to speak to the present: the dialogue between humanity and the land, the worship of sacred trees, and the agricultural and spiritual traditions of the alpine territory. The 2026 edition, the second, spans two days, expanding on the first edition's formula and confirming the festival's vocation to combine entertainment, education, and direct contact with the woodland environment surrounding Traves.

What to experience at Ancestralia

• Ancestral tradition craft fair with selected exhibitors and a themed market
• Folk concerts and live music during the main evening
• Fire shows and historical re-enactments
• Guided excursions and forest bathing walks in the woods of the Tese hamlet
• Lectures, workshops, and theatrical readings dedicated to Celtic culture and local traditions
• Food area with traditional cuisine and local products

A festival immersed in nature

The strength of Ancestralia lies in its deep connection to the landscape: excursions accompanied by environmental guides, reconnection paths with nature, and the atmosphere of the mountain village make the festival an experience distinct from large folk gatherings. In Traves, Celtic culture is not just a show, but an opportunity to rediscover the value of the woods, seasonal rites, and the community memory of the Turin valleys.

Why attend

Ancestralia - Traves Folk Fest is designed for those who love folk and world music, enthusiasts of Celtic traditions and culture, families, and anyone looking for an authentic, human-scale event. The natural setting of the Valli di Lanzo, the quality of the craft offerings, and the intensity of the evening shows make the festival a precious stop in the Piedmontese summer.