Borgolibri
Edition 2026 Theater Storytelling Literature

Borgolibri

The literary festival of the Canavese region in Borgofranco d'Ivrea

Borgofranco d'Ivrea — Torino (201) Since 2021
Dates 29 May — 31 May 2026
Location Borgofranco d'Ivrea (201)
Prices Free
Status Finished

About Borgolibri

Borgolibri is the literary festival held in Borgofranco d'Ivrea, in the heart of the Canavese area, in the Province of Turin. For three days, the Salone Choc transforms into a crossroads of books, writers, theatre, and culture, featuring presentations by local authors and national guests, a rich second-hand and antique book market, exhibitions, and side events. A free-entry festival that celebrates the bond between the Canavese, Piedmont, and the Aosta Valley.

Borgolibri, the book festival in the Canavese

Every spring, Borgofranco d'Ivrea, a small town in the Province of Turin located at the gateway to the Aosta Valley, becomes the capital of local culture for three days thanks to Borgolibri, a literary festival that brings together writers, publishers, readers, and enthusiasts. The event takes place at the Salone Choc on Via Guido Rossa and offers a packed program of book presentations, meetings with authors, theatrical performances, exhibitions, and activities for all ages.

A bridge between Canavese, Piedmont, and the Aosta Valley

Borgolibri is more than just a publishing showcase: it is an event that highlights the talent of writers from the Canavese and the nearby Aosta Valley, weaving together historical memory, local traditions, and contemporary literature. Alongside local voices, the festival hosts nationally renowned guests, cultural awards, and projects that tell the story of the identity of these Alpine borderlands between Piedmont and Aosta.

What to experience at Borgolibri

  • Literary presentations featuring local authors and national guests, spread across the three days.
  • The second-hand and antique book market, open for the entire duration of the event, a paradise for collectors and those looking for rare volumes.
  • Theatrical shows and evening performances, ranging from staged poetry to storytelling dedicated to the legends of the Canavese.
  • Exhibitions on cultural and scientific themes, which change every year to enrich the experience.

A free event for everyone

Borgolibri is organized by the Associazione Luci in collaboration with Edizioni Pedrini and is supported by the Municipality of Borgofranco d'Ivrea, the Metropolitan City of Turin, and CNA Editoria Piemonte. Admission to all events is free, making it the perfect opportunity to discover the literary side of the Canavese and combine your visit with a stroll through the local villages and vineyards.

Borgolibri — edition 2026

The sixth edition of Borgolibri was held from May 29 to 31, 2026, at the Salone Choc in Borgofranco d'Ivrea. Three days of literary presentations, theatre, exhibitions, and a second-hand and antique book market, featuring authors from the Canavese and national guests, with free admission.

The sixth edition of Borgolibri brought Borgofranco d'Ivrea to life from May 29 to 31, 2026, confirming the festival as one of the key cultural events in the Canavese region. For three days, the Salone Choc hosted book presentations, theatrical shows, exhibitions, and side events, along with the unmissable second-hand and antique book market open throughout the event.

The 2026 edition renewed the bond between the Canavese, Piedmont, and the Aosta Valley, giving space to local authors and regional proposals, always with free and open access.

Programme Borgolibri 2026

Friday, May 29

  • 16:30 — Opening of the event and start of literary presentations with guest authors: Antonio Albace, Silvia Bardesono, Massimo De Muro, Isabella Rosa Pivot, and Danilo Alberto.

Saturday, May 30

  • Literary presentations and meetings with authors throughout the day.
  • 20:45 — Performance of "Il Dante della Pace" with maestro Oreste Valente.

Sunday, May 31

  • Closing with the theatrical performance "La notte delle leggende" by the company Voci nel Frutteto - Macedonie d'Arte.

Throughout the event

  • Second-hand and antique book market.
  • Scientific exhibition "Small size - I cristalli del Monte Bianco".

Highlights Borgolibri 2026

Performance of "Il Dante della Pace" by maestro Oreste Valente; the play "La notte delle leggende" by the Voci nel Frutteto company; the second-hand and antique book market and the exhibition on Mont Blanc crystals.

Prices Borgolibri 2026

Free admission to all events.

Practical information — Borgolibri

Venue

All events are held at the Salone Choc on Via Guido Rossa, in Borgofranco d'Ivrea (TO), in the Canavese region.

How to get there

By car: A5 Turin-Aosta motorway, take the Ivrea exit, then follow signs for Borgofranco d'Ivrea (about 10 minutes). By train: Borgofranco d'Ivrea station on the Chivasso-Aosta line.

Admission and information

Free admission to all events. For the full program: www.edizionipedrini.it, tel. +39 393 9988875.

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Where does it take place — Borgolibri

Salone Choc

Via Guido Rossa, 10013 Borgofranco d'Ivrea

Contact Borgolibri

Tel
+39 393 9988875

Borgolibri in brief

Theater Storytelling Literature Poetry Heritage History Folk traditions Folklore Outdoor Free Torino

History of Borgolibri