Festa del Volontariato di Sestri Ponente

Thirty years of volunteering in Sestri Ponente

The Festa del Volontariato is one of the most established events in Sestri Ponente, a populous district in the western part of Genoa. Started in 1996, the festival is dedicated to promoting local volunteerism and brings together the many associations in the area each year for a large community event.

Shows, games, and solidarity

The programme combines shows, games for all ages, food stalls, and the presentation of solidarity projects. The festival is an opportunity to showcase the activities of volunteer associations and to concretely support their initiatives, particularly those focused on education and social welfare.

A history of places

Over the decades, the festival has changed locations: it began at the Church of San Nicola and was later held for a long time in the area of the former Corderia. The thirtieth-anniversary edition marks its debut in a new space in the district, Piazza Tazzoli, confirming the event's vitality.

The generous heart of western Genoa

The Festa del Volontariato showcases a often little-known side of Genoa: that of the western districts, characterized by participation, mutual aid, and civic engagement. For those who want to discover the city beyond the tourist circuits, it's an opportunity to experience a vibrant and supportive community.