Desbarasuma
Edition 2026 Music Gastronomy Local produce

Desbarasuma

The local merchants' street market in the historic center of Ceva

Ceva — Cuneo (004)
Dates 22 Aug — 22 Aug 2026
Location Ceva (004)
Prices Free
Status Confirmed

About Desbarasuma

Desbarasuma is the major local trade festival that transforms the historic center of Ceva into an open-air market for an entire day at the end of summer. Organized by Ascom Ceva, the event brings shop displays out onto the streets with special offers and promotions, but above all, it is a town celebration that combines shopping, local flavors, live music, and entertainment for the whole family. Between Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, Via Roma, Via Barberis, and the Duomo area, stalls, stages, and the aromas of Piedmontese street food accompany visitors from morning until late at night.

A day of celebration in the heart of Ceva

The Desbarasuma is one of the most anticipated events of the Ceva summer: a day when the historic center of Ceva, in the heart of the Cebano region and the Province of Cuneo, dresses up for the occasion and local shops literally spill out onto the streets. The name itself, in the Piedmontese dialect, evokes the idea of "clearing out" or making space: merchants offer their goods with special deals, creating a large market spread across the streets and squares.

Shopping and much more

Organized by Ascom Ceva, the local merchants' association, Desbarasuma is much more than just an opportunity to shop at discounted prices. Along the streets of the center, you will find stalls selling clothing, footwear, jewelry, home decor, eyewear, flowers, perfumes, and much more, but the atmosphere is that of a true town festival, designed for families and those who love enjoying the city outdoors.

Music and entertainment in every corner

Throughout the day, the center comes alive with live music and DJ sets spread across the Duomo area, Via Roma, and Via Barberis. There is no shortage of entertainment for the little ones: street games, face painting, creative workshops, and bubble shows turn the squares into a large open-air playground.

The flavors of Piedmont

The street food deserves a special mention: among the gastronomic stalls, you can taste local specialties such as ravioli, Piedmontese appetizers, sandwiches with toma cheese, porchetta, bruschetta, focaccia, and much more, in a culinary journey that lasts from morning until evening.

Waiting for the Mushroom Exhibition

Desbarasuma represents one of the highlights of the Ceva summer calendar and ideally serves as a prelude to the city's signature event, the Mushroom Exhibition of Ceva, which draws food enthusiasts from all over Piedmont in the autumn. A day to be enjoyed by strolling calmly through the streets of the center, among purchases, good music, and authentic flavors.

Desbarasuma — edition 2026

The 2026 edition of Desbarasuma is scheduled for Saturday, August 22, 2026, in the historic center of Ceva. As every year, the day will be dedicated to shopping with merchants' offers, live music, family entertainment, and Piedmontese street food throughout the streets and squares of the center.

Desbarasuma 2026

The date for the 2026 edition has already been set: Saturday, August 22, 2026. The historic center of Ceva will once again transform into a large open-air market, with local shops taking center stage amidst special offers, music, and entertainment.

The detailed program (schedules, musical stations, children's activities, and gastronomic offerings) will be announced by Ascom Ceva in the weeks leading up to the event. For updates, it is advisable to follow the official channels of the merchants' association and the Municipality of Ceva.

Programme Desbarasuma 2026

The detailed program for the 2026 edition will be published by Ascom Ceva in the weeks preceding the event. Based on previous editions, the day includes the opening of stalls and shops in the historic center with special offers, live music, and DJ sets at multiple points in the town (Duomo area, Via Roma, Via Barberis), children's entertainment with street games, face painting, workshops, and shows, as well as numerous Piedmontese street food options.

Highlights Desbarasuma 2026

  • Widespread market with offers from historic center merchants
  • Live music and DJ sets at multiple points in the town
  • Entertainment and workshops for children and families
  • Street food with typical Piedmontese specialties

Prices Desbarasuma 2026

Admission is free.

Practical information — Desbarasuma

How to get there

Ceva is located in the Province of Cuneo, along the Tanaro Valley. By car, it can be reached via the A6 Turin-Savona motorway (Ceva exit). By train, the Ceva station is served by regional lines from Piedmont and Liguria.

Where it takes place

The event enlivens the historic center: Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, Via Roma, Via Barberis, and the Duomo area. During the event, traffic changes are expected; it is advisable to park in areas outside the center.

Admission and hours

Admission is free. The event takes place over a single day, roughly from morning until late at night. For the detailed program and updated hours, it is best to follow the channels of Ascom Ceva and the Municipality of Ceva.

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Where does it take place — Desbarasuma

Centro storico di Ceva

Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, 12073 Ceva

Desbarasuma in brief

Music Gastronomy Local produce Food truck Folk traditions Folklore Family Children Outdoor Free Participatory Cuneo

History of Desbarasuma