Palio dei Rioni of Gaglianico
A friendly challenge between the districts of Gaglianico, featuring games, competitions, and community spirit.
About Palio dei Rioni
The Palio dei Rioni, the festive heart of Gaglianico
In the small town of Gaglianico, in the heart of the Biella province in Piedmont, there is an event that makes the whole town's heart beat faster every year: the Palio dei Rioni, known to everyone as "Insieme per Giocare". This is not a historical re-enactment with costumes and horse races, but something perhaps more authentic: a great community festival where the town's districts compete in a friendly manner, with the sole goal of being together and having fun.
Six districts in competition
The event features six districts, each with its own colors and group of supporters. Competing for the Palio are the teams from Castello Pralino, Piazza, Falciano, Savagnasco, Tabbie, and the Ex Residenti (Former Residents), made up of those who grew up in Gaglianico but now live elsewhere and return every year to support their colors. The name of the winning district is engraved on a wooden trophy depicting the town fountain, which remains in the Town Hall until the following edition.
Games, competitions, and tradition
The Palio program is designed to involve all ages. Over the years, challenges have ranged from five-a-side football to table football (with men's, women's, and junior categories), from bocce to Scala 40 card games, from the famous tug-of-war to Connect 4 for the little ones, as well as sack races, relays, and team tournaments. There is no shortage of social gatherings, such as the singing quiz for the over-60s or the competition for the best chocolate bread cake, a symbol of local tradition.
A festival for the whole community
Beyond the competitions, the Palio weekend comes alive with shows, theatrical sketches, street food, and a parade that winds through the town streets to gather in the main square. The event, organized by the Genitori e Oltre association with the patronage of the Municipality of Gaglianico, was born with a clear goal: to help people rediscover the pleasure of socializing and the spirit of belonging to their district. It is a highly anticipated appointment that residents mark on their calendars well in advance, confirming year after year the vitality of this corner of the Biella area.
Palio dei Rioni — edition 2026
L'edizione 2026 del Palio dei Rioni di Gaglianico è in programma nel weekend di sabato 13 e domenica 14 giugno, come segnalato dall'agenda eventi del Biellese. I rioni di Castello Pralino, Piazza, Falciano, Savagnasco, Tabbie e gli Ex Residenti si preparano a darsi battaglia in una serie di giochi e gare adatti a tutte le età.
Come ogni anno, l'organizzazione è curata dall'associazione Genitori e Oltre con il patrocinio del Comune di Gaglianico, all'insegna del divertimento e dello spirito di comunità.
Programme Palio dei Rioni 2026
Il programma dettagliato dell'edizione 2026, con l'elenco delle gare, gli orari e i luoghi, sarà annunciato dagli organizzatori in prossimità dell'evento sui canali dell'associazione Genitori e Oltre e del Comune di Gaglianico.
Sulla base delle edizioni precedenti, il Palio prevede tradizionalmente sfide come calcetto, calcio balilla (maschile, femminile e junior), bocce, Scala 40, tiro alla fune e Forza 4 per i più piccoli, oltre a giochi in piazza, sketch teatrali, street food e momenti conviviali aperti a tutta la comunità.
Highlights Palio dei Rioni 2026
La sfida tra i sei rioni del paese, il tradizionale tiro alla fune e la consegna del trofeo di legno raffigurante la fontana di Gaglianico al quartiere vincitore.
Prices Palio dei Rioni 2026
Practical information — Palio dei Rioni
Where
The competitions and events of the Palio dei Rioni take place in various locations in Gaglianico (BI), including the central square, the town streets, and the municipal sports field.
When
The event is held between late spring and early summer, lasting one or more days. For the 2026 edition, the dates are Saturday, June 13th, and Sunday, June 14th.
How to participate
Registration is done by district: those who live in Gaglianico can join their neighborhood team. For information on registration and the competition schedule, it is recommended to follow the channels of the Genitori e Oltre association and the Municipality of Gaglianico.
Admission
Access to events in the square and competitions is generally free and open to the public.
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