Carnevale in Piazza
Edition 2026 Street arts Gastronomy Local produce

Carnevale in Piazza

The Carnival celebration by the Pro Loco of Samone in Valsugana

Samone — Trento (022)
Dates 25 Jan — 25 Jan 2026
Location Samone (022)
Prices Free
Status

Edition 2026 not confirmed to date

This edition has not been confirmed by the organiser to date. We recommend checking before going.

About Carnevale in Piazza

Carnevale in Piazza is the winter festival that brings the center of Samone, a small village in the Valsugana valley near Trento, to life. Organized by the local Pro Loco, the event fills the square with traditional Trentino flavors—most notably steaming canederli served for a voluntary donation—alongside live music, costumes, and festive cheer. It is a simple, authentic day of celebration designed for the whole community and for those looking to discover the Carnival of the Trentino valleys away from the crowds.

The Carnevale in Piazza in Samone

Carnevale in Piazza is the winter highlight that brings together the community of Samone, a small village in the Valsugana valley nestled among chestnut groves and coniferous forests in the province of Trento, within the Trentino-Alto Adige region. Organized by the Pro Loco of Samone, the event transforms the village square into a cheerful gathering place where Carnival is experienced in its most authentic, local form.

A celebration in the heart of Valsugana

Just a short distance from Borgo Valsugana, Samone is a rural alpine village surrounded by the natural beauty of the Valsugana and Lagorai area. Carnevale in Piazza reflects this intimate and convivial atmosphere: rather than large floats or spectacular parades, it is a community festival where neighbors, families, and visitors gather around good food and music.

The flavors of Trentino tradition

The undisputed stars of the festival are the canederli, the bread dumplings that symbolize Trentino cuisine, served either in broth or with sauce. The Pro Loco offers them for a voluntary donation, in keeping with the spirit of solidarity and participation that drives these village events. Sandwiches and a bar service are also available to accompany the day's festivities.

Music, costumes, and cheer

  • Outdoor kitchen with canederli in broth or with sauce for a voluntary donation
  • Live music to liven up the afternoon
  • Costumes and disguises for both adults and children
  • Sandwiches and bar available for all attendees

The atmosphere is typical of the Carnival celebrations in the Trentino valleys: informal, welcoming, and family-friendly. Admission is free and the festival is open to everyone.

An authentic Carnival to discover

For those seeking a Carnival experience away from major events, the Carnevale in Piazza in Samone is a chance to savor the genuineness of Valsugana, enjoy traditional dishes, and experience the warmth of a mountain community. It is a small but significant event that the Pro Loco renews with passion for its village every year.

Carnevale in Piazza — edition 2026

The Pro Loco of Samone is renewing the Carnevale in Piazza for 2026, the festival that brings traditional canederli, live music, and the joy of masks to the heart of the Valsugana village. The dates for the 2026 edition have not yet been announced: the event usually takes place between late January and February, on a Sunday. It is recommended to check the announcements from the Pro Loco and the Municipality of Samone for the official date.

The Carnevale in Piazza in Samone, in the Valsugana valley (province of Trento), is a recurring event that the Pro Loco organizes every winter in the village square. The dates for the 2026 edition have not yet been made official: the festival usually falls on a Sunday between late January and February, featuring outdoor cooking, canederli for a voluntary donation, music, and costumes. To find out the program and the final date, it is recommended to check the channels of the Municipality of Samone and the Pro Loco.

Prices Carnevale in Piazza 2026

Free admission. Canederli for a voluntary donation; sandwiches and bar service available.

Practical information — Carnevale in Piazza

Location

The festival takes place in the square of Samone (ZIP code 38059), in Valsugana, in the province of Trento. Samone is located a short distance from Borgo Valsugana.

How to get there

By car: take the SS47 Valsugana road, exit at Borgo Valsugana, and follow signs for Samone. By train: Borgo Valsugana Est station on the Trento-Venice line (Valsugana Railway), then a short trip by car or bus.

Admission and food

Free admission. Canederli are served for a voluntary donation; sandwiches and bar service are also available.

Information

Organized by the Pro Loco of Samone. For updated dates and details, please check the official website of the Municipality of Samone.

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