The family-friendly costume party at Parco Alveare Verde
The Avigliana Carnival is one of the most anticipated winter events in Avigliana: a popular costume festival that involves the entire community of this charming medieval village overlooking its lakes, located in the province of Turin in the heart of the Susa Valley, Piedmont. The event is promoted by the Avigliana Pro Loco in collaboration with the Merchants and Artisans Union and the C'era una volta association, under the patronage of the Municipality.
The heart of the event is the Carnival parade, which winds through the streets of the center, starting from Piazzetta De André and arriving at the Parco Alveare Verde, a large green space along Corso Laghi. The parade is open to costumed groups of at least four people, who are invited to choose a common theme and let their imagination run wild. Along the route and at the finish line, colors, joy, and the carefree atmosphere typical of the Piedmontese Carnival reign supreme.
At Parco Alveare Verde, the party continues with music, food for every taste, and activities designed especially for the little ones, such as the famous life-sized board game. There is no shortage of awards, which every year celebrate the largest group, the most creative one, and the most beautiful costumes, as well as the most original and funniest masks.
The Avigliana Carnival is aimed particularly at families and children: free admission, a welcoming atmosphere, and plenty of opportunities to spend time together. It is the ideal occasion to discover Avigliana, with its historic center, castle, and the Natural Park of the Lakes, while experiencing a simple and genuine carnival tradition in the heart of the province of Turin.
The 2026 edition was held on Saturday, February 21, with a meeting point from 3:00 PM. The costume parade departed from Piazzetta De André to reach Parco Alveare Verde, where the day continued with music, food, and entertainment.
The groups, consisting of at least four people with a common theme, competed for prizes dedicated to the largest group, the most creative one, and the most beautiful costumes. Registration was open until February 18 via the WhatsApp channels of the organizing associations.
By train: Avigliana is served by the Turin-Bardonecchia/Modane line; the station is a short distance from the center.
By car: Take the Avigliana Est or Ovest exit on the A32 Turin-Bardonecchia motorway. Parco Alveare Verde is located along Corso Laghi.
Participation and admission are free. Group registration for the parade is handled via the WhatsApp channels of the organizing associations. For information: +39 331 396 7449.
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