Moncalieri Summer
Two months of music, cinema, theatre, and events throughout the Royal City
About Moncalieri Summer
A city-wide summer in the Royal City
Moncalieri Summer is the grand summer festival promoted by the City of Moncalieri, a municipality on the southern outskirts of Turin overlooking the Po River, famous for its Royal Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Savoy residence. For nearly two months, from June 10 to August 2, 2026, the entire city becomes an open-air stage: the program brings squares, historic districts, parks, courtyards, villas, and iconic landmarks to life with a packed, mostly free calendar.
Music, theatre, and live performance
The soundtrack of the Moncalieri summer ranges from singer-songwriter hits to tribute acts, and from early music to grand orchestral performances. Highlights include the MeriggiaRe Sonoro series in the evocative Bosco del Re and Orfeo in Giardino, dedicated to early music in historic villas. There is also plenty of ironic theatre, dance, and children's storytelling, with performances also involving the renowned Fonderie Teatrali Limone.
Cinema, literature, and taste
Cinema takes center stage with Wednesday night screenings for children in Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II and the auteur film series in Piazza Brennero. Literary meetings bring well-known figures from journalism and entertainment to the city, while Slow Food Day and the Farmers' Market celebrate Piedmontese local products. The offer is completed by flea markets, antiques, and various food and wine events.
Festive districts and heritage
The summer is marked by district festivals—from Revigliasco to Borgo San Pietro—and the Medieval Re-enactment of Testona. The Castle of Moncalieri, the Real Collegio Carlo Alberto, and other royal circuit sites open their doors for guided tours and themed trails. The heart of the event is the Patronal Feast of Beato Bernardo, featuring a historical-religious re-enactment, a procession through the historic center, and, on July 15, the traditional fireworks display over the Po River.
An event for the whole city
Organized by the City of Moncalieri in collaboration with the Pro Loco, local associations, and cultural operators, Moncalieri Summer is one of the richest summer festivals in the Turin metropolitan area. Most events are free to enter; some tours of the Castle and the Real Collegio require a fee and booking.
Moncalieri Summer — edition 2026
The 2026 program of Moncalieri Summer confirms the 'diffused stage' formula, with dozens of events distributed over nearly two months throughout the city. Between music, cinema, theatre, literary meetings, themed markets, and tours of Savoy heritage, the edition ideally concludes with the Patronal Feast of Beato Bernardo and the pyrotechnic show over the Po River.
Programme Moncalieri Summer 2026
Cinema in the square
- Cinema for kids — Wednesdays at 9 PM, Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II: Robin Hood (June 10), Lady and the Tramp (June 17), The Great Mouse Detective (June 24), The Jungle Book (July 1)
- AIACE Festival — auteur cinema in Piazza Brennero, July 16-18 and 23-25
Music
- Terra Madre Orchestra — June 13 (Slow Food Day)
- Chiara Ianniciello — June 19; Moncalieri Orchestra — June 20; Giovanni Acchiardi — June 25
- Cipo Sugar Band (Zucchero tribute) — June 27
- The Great Night of the Stars — July 3
- MeriggiaRe Sonoro (Bosco del Re) — Sundays June 14, 21, and 28
- Orfeo in Giardino, early music in historic villas — June 12, 19, and 27
- Arsnova Orchestra — July 14 (Verdi, Puccini, Weber)
Theatre and performance
- Corrado Nuzzo and Maria Di Biase — June 11
- OpenT, theatre and reading for children — June 12-14, Polyfunctional Center (free upon reservation)
- Performances at Fonderie Teatrali Limone — June 13-18 (Dancin' Together, Swan Lake, Cinderella)
Literature
- Iva Zanicchi — June 18; Gad Lerner — June 26
Taste, markets, and districts
- Slow Food Day and Farmers' Market — June 13 (and July 11)
- Forte dei Marmi Market — June 21; Antiq'Aria — July 5
- District Festival (Revigliasco) — June 12-13; Borgo San Pietro Festival — late June
- Medieval Re-enactment of Testona (16th edition) — June 27-28
Heritage and tours
- Moncalieri Castle — tours Friday-Sunday; Secret Castle — June 28 and July 26
- Real Collegio Carlo Alberto — July 4 (€5); Royal Community Tour — July 4
Patronal Feast of Beato Bernardo (July 8-15)
- Historical-religious re-enactment — July 11, Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II
- Procession in the historic center — July 11
- Patronal concert with the Arsnova Orchestra — July 14
- Fireworks over the Po River — July 15, 11 PM
Highlights Moncalieri Summer 2026
- Fireworks over the Po River on July 15, the grand finale of the Patronal Feast of Beato Bernardo
- The Medieval Re-enactment of Testona (June 27-28)
- The Arsnova Orchestra concert (July 14) featuring music by Verdi, Puccini, and Weber
- The MeriggiaRe Sonoro series in the Bosco del Re and Orfeo in Giardino in historic villas
Prices Moncalieri Summer 2026
Practical information — Moncalieri Summer
Getting there
Moncalieri (TO) is just a few kilometers from the center of Turin. By car, it can be reached via the southern ring road (Moncalieri exits); by train, the Moncalieri station is served by the Metropolitan Railway Service (SFM) lines. Numerous GTT bus lines connect the city to Turin.
Tickets
Most events are free of charge. Some visits (Moncalieri Castle, Real Collegio Carlo Alberto) require a fee and mandatory booking.
Information
Updated program and bookings are available on the Visit Moncalieri portal ([email protected], tel. +39 011 6401411).
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Where does it take place — Moncalieri Summer
Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II e luoghi diffusi della città
Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, 10024 Moncalieri