Mezzenile in Panda — Fiat Panda Rally
The rally for Fiat Pandas of all eras in the Lanzo Valleys
About Mezzenile in Panda
The Panda festival in the Lanzo Valleys
There is one car that captures the spirit of mountain Italy more than any other: the Fiat Panda—rugged, essential, and capable of climbing anywhere. It is to this icon that Mezzenile in Panda is dedicated, the rally that brings the small town of Mezzenile to life every year at the end of May, nestled in the heart of the Lanzo Valleys in the province of Turin (Piedmont). Two days filled with engines, alpine landscapes, shared experiences, and excellent Piedmontese cuisine.
From a local association to a fan club
The history of the rally began in 2023, when the local Pro Loco of Mezzenile organized the first edition: over fifty 'Pandini' paraded through the valley streets, and the event immediately became a cult classic. Fueled by that enthusiasm, the Panda Club Mezzenile A.s.d. was founded in the spring of 2024, the association that has managed the event ever since in collaboration with the Fiat Panda Club Italia. Edition after edition, the number of participants has grown, attracting crews from all over Piedmont and Lombardy.
Two days, two souls
The rally follows a well-tested formula that divides the weekend into two distinct experiences:
- Saturday is the adventure day, featuring a dirt track route reserved exclusively for 4x4 models, exploring high-altitude trails that climb toward the sanctuaries and pastures of the Lanzo Valleys.
- Sunday is open to any Panda model, from the historic first series of the 1980s to the most recent versions: a tourist tour on paved roads that crosses the valley, touching its most beautiful mountain passes and viewpoints.
More than just a car parade
In Mezzenile, the car is the excuse, not the end goal. The rally is above all a journey to discover the mountain territory around Mezzenile and Ceres, punctuated by food and wine stops, snacks, and convivial lunches that highlight the flavors of the Lanzo tradition. It is this sense of community—more than the collection or the speed—that makes the rally a highly anticipated event for enthusiasts across the Piedmont region.
An event for the whole family
Registration is open to everyone and includes special rates for children, confirming the family-friendly and popular nature of the event. Those arriving from afar can take advantage of the valley's accommodation facilities to stay for the entire weekend and enjoy the mountains of the Lanzo Valleys at their own pace.
Mezzenile in Panda — edition 2026
4th edition — May 30 and 31, 2026
The fourth edition of the rally confirmed the two-day formula that has made the event a success, blending off-road adventure and a scenic tour open to all, in the heart of the Lanzo Valleys.
Saturday, May 30 — 4x4 route
A day reserved for all-wheel-drive models, with a meeting in Ceres and a climb on dirt roads toward the Sanctuary of Madonna del Ciavanis, at 1,880 meters above sea level, followed by a traditional dinner at an agriturismo to close the day.
Sunday, May 31 — tour for all models
Meeting at the Pala San Rocco in Mezzenile, breakfast, and departure for the tourist tour through the Lanzo Valleys with a passage through the Colle della Dieta (1,452 m), a scenic aperitif, a convivial lunch, and final awards ceremony.
Programme Mezzenile in Panda 2026
Saturday, May 30 — Panda 4x4 only (dirt route)
- 13:00 — Registration opening and welcome kit collection in Piazza della Chiesa, Ceres
- 14:00 — Departure toward the Sanctuary of Madonna del Ciavanis (1,880 m), with a snack stop
- 19:00 — Traditional dinner at Agriturismo La Bellavarda (Vonzo hamlet, Chialamberto)
Sunday, May 31 — all Panda models (paved route)
- 08:00 — Meeting, registration, and breakfast included at Pala San Rocco (Via Villa Inferiore, Mezzenile)
- 09:30 — Tourist tour through the Lanzo Valleys with a passage through the Colle della Dieta (1,452 m) and scenic aperitif
- 13:30 — Convivial lunch at Pala San Rocco and final awards ceremony
Highlights Mezzenile in Panda 2026
- 4x4 dirt route up to the Sanctuary of Madonna del Ciavanis (1,880 m)
- Scenic tour to Colle della Dieta (1,452 m) open to all Panda models
- Traditional dinner at an agriturismo and convivial lunch featuring the flavors of the Lanzo Valleys
Prices Mezzenile in Panda 2026
Practical information — Mezzenile in Panda
How to get there
Mezzenile is located in the Lanzo Valleys, in the Metropolitan City of Turin. By car, it can be reached from Turin in about an hour by following the route toward Lanzo Torinese and then toward Ceres. The Sunday headquarters is the Pala San Rocco, on Via Villa Inferiore in Mezzenile; the meeting point on Saturday for 4x4 models is in Ceres, in Piazza della Chiesa.
Registration
Participation requires a fee, with different rates for drivers, passengers, and children (ages 4-10) and packages for either a single day or the full weekend. It is recommended to report any food intolerances at the time of registration, given the presence of communal meals.
Contacts
For information and registration: Panda Club Mezzenile A.s.d. — phone +39 338 3092521 (Dario), email [email protected]. The club is also on Facebook and Instagram.
Where to stay
It is possible to stay at accommodation facilities in Mezzenile and neighboring towns in the Lanzo Valleys, ideal for those who want to experience both days of the rally.
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Where does it take place — Mezzenile in Panda
Pala San Rocco
Via Villa Inferiore, 10070 Mezzenile