Oulx Carnival

The Oulx Carnival, a mountain celebration in the Upper Susa Valley

In the heart of the ski season, the town of Oulx, located in the Upper Susa Valley within the Metropolitan City of Turin, dresses up for its annual Carnival. It is one of those local festivals that brings together residents, holidaymakers, and visitors from neighboring valleys in an explosion of confetti, masks, and cheer. The highlight of the event is the parade of allegorical floats—a true source of local pride—which travels through the town center to the central Piazza Garambois.

A parade connecting the upper and lower valleys

The main event is the Grand Parade, where spectacular allegorical floats from both the upper and lower Susa Valley march along Via Monginevro. Alongside the floats, costumed groups and masks, crafted with ingenuity and passion, parade through the streets: every year, the event celebrates the creativity and traditions of local groups, with participation from nearby towns such as Bardonecchia and Salbertrand.

Piazza Garambois, the village of fun

Upon the parade's arrival, Piazza Garambois turns into a true village of fun. Here, you will find music, games, a mechanical bull, and the awards ceremony for the best floats and masks, featuring costume contests for both adults and children. There is no shortage of delicious food, with hot chocolate, arrosticini, goffre, and other specialties to warm up the festive day in the mountains.

A festival for the whole family

The Oulx Carnival is a free, popular event, perfect for those spending their winter holidays in the valley who are looking for an authentic celebration away from the ski slopes. Organized by the Municipality of Oulx with the support of Vallesusa Tesori and local entities, the event confirms the deep bond between the mountain communities of the Upper Susa Valley and their Carnival traditions.