Carrossezzu in Val Bisagno โ€“ Carnival Parade
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Carrossezzu in Val Bisagno โ€“ Carnival Parade

Floats, masked groups, and music for the Carnival of the middle Val Bisagno

Genova — Genova (210)
Dates 21 Feb โ€” 21 Feb 2026
Location Genova (210)
Prices Free
Status Confirmed

About Carrossezzu

The Carrossezzu is the grand Carnival parade that colours the middle Val Bisagno every year, in Molassana, in the heart of Municipality IV of Genoa. Floats, masked groups, entertainment, and music transform Molassana street and Piacenza street into a long festive procession that crosses the neighbourhood up to the awards ceremony. Organised by Municipality IV Media Val Bisagno together with the G.A.U. Association, it is one of the liveliest and most anticipated Carnival events in the Genoese valley.

The Carnival of Val Bisagno

The Carrossezzu is the Carnival festival that enlivens the middle Val Bisagno, the valley that winds northeast of Genoa along the course of the Bisagno stream. It takes place in Molassana, a district of Municipality IV, and represents one of the most important community gathering moments for the valley's inhabitants, capable of attracting families and curious people from all over the area.

The parade of floats

The heart of the event is the parade of floats and themed groups, accompanied by music and entertainment. The procession starts from Molassana street, near Patanegra, continues to the Rotonda dei Tonni and turns into Piacenza street, where the awards ceremony is held at the intersection with Fossato Cicala. Along the route, street activities involve the public in a festive atmosphere.

A community celebration

Organised by Municipality IV Media Val Bisagno in collaboration with the G.A.U. Association, a very active local organisation, the Carrossezzu is the culmination of preparation work involving the neighbourhood. More than just a parade, it is an occasion that reaffirms the popular identity of Val Bisagno and the bond between its inhabitants.

Carrossezzu โ€” edition 2026

The Carrossezzu 2026 takes place on Saturday, February 21 in Molassana, starting at 2 PM. The parade of floats and masked groups starts from Molassana street (Patanegra), continues towards the Rotonda dei Tonni and Piacenza street, with awards ceremony at the intersection with Fossato Cicala. Music and entertainment in the streets.

The 2026 edition of the Carrossezzu is scheduled for Saturday, February 21 in Molassana, starting at 2 PM. The parade of floats and masked groups crosses the neighbourhood accompanied by music and entertainment.

The route starts from Molassana street, near Patanegra, continues to the Rotonda dei Tonni and turns into Piacenza street, where the awards ceremony is held at the intersection with Fossato Cicala. The event is organised by Municipality IV Media Val Bisagno with the G.A.U. Association.

Programme Carrossezzu 2026

Saturday, February 21 โ€” from 2 PM

  • Departure from Molassana street (Patanegra area)
  • Route: Molassana street โ†’ Rotonda dei Tonni โ†’ Piacenza street
  • Parade of floats and masked groups with music and street entertainment
  • Awards ceremony at the intersection of Piacenza street and Fossato Cicala

For weather updates: G.A.U. Association Facebook page.

Highlights Carrossezzu 2026

The parade of floats along Molassana street and Piacenza street, with the final awards ceremony for the masked groups.

Prices Carrossezzu 2026

Free participation.

Practical information — Carrossezzu

How to get there

Molassana is reachable by AMT buses from the centre of Genoa along the Val Bisagno route. On the day of the parade, traffic changes are expected along Molassana street and Piacenza street.

Information

Free participation. For updates, also in case of bad weather, it is advisable to consult the Facebook page of the G.A.U. Association.

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Where does it take place โ€” Carrossezzu

Molassana, Media Val Bisagno

Via Molassana, 16133 Genova

Carrossezzu in brief

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History of Carrossezzu