Borgo dei Cappuccini Festival

The neighborhood festival that defines the Susa summer

The Borgo dei Cappuccini Festival is one of the most anticipated events of the summer in Susa, a city in the Susa Valley within the Metropolitan City of Turin, in the heart of Piedmont. Established in the early 1990s, the event is organized by the Borgo dei Cappuccini committee with the patronage of the Municipality of Susa. It has become a classic of the city's summer calendar, drawing thousands of people from across the valley every year.

A neighborhood tradition

The Borgo dei Cappuccini is one of Susa's historic districts and, true to the tradition of Piedmontese neighborhood festivals, it transforms into a large open-air party every summer. The district is especially famous for its grilling mastery: the food stalls, open every evening from 8:00 PM, serve arrosticini, mixed grills, burgers, and sandwiches, all paired with ice-cold beer in a cheerful, family-friendly setting. Admission has always been completely free.

Music, funfairs, and books

The heart of the festival is live music: each evening features a different concert or show, ranging from traditional dance orchestras to cover and tribute bands, and DJ sets that keep the party going late into the night. For children and families, there is a funfair with rides and attractions that animate the entire area. Over the years, the festival has also hosted the Panassi Book Fair, featuring stalls with books for all ages, highlighting the event's cultural vocation alongside its gastronomic appeal.

Why it's worth visiting

• Four free evenings of music, food, and entertainment
• Food stalls renowned for their grilled dishes and draft beer
• Funfair for children and families
• Authentic atmosphere of a traditional Piedmontese neighborhood festival
• Just a short walk from the historic center of Susa and its Roman and medieval monuments

The Borgo dei Cappuccini Festival is the perfect opportunity to discover the conviviality of Susa and the Susa Valley, combining the tradition of neighborhood celebrations with the pleasure of good food in the open air.