Saint-Vincent Little Carnival
The masked parade with the Little Mayor
About Little Carnival
The children's carnival in Saint-Vincent
The Little Carnival is the most anticipated event of the carnival in Saint-Vincent, a renowned spa town in the province of Aosta. It is a grand parade of masks and costumed groups that crosses the historic centre amidst music, colours, and entertainment, in a festive atmosphere designed especially for families and children. The event involves local schools and associations, transforming the town's streets into a large open-air stage.
The investiture of the Little Mayor
The most characteristic symbolic moment is the investiture of the Little Mayor and his council: a tradition where elementary school children symbolically "govern" the municipality of Saint-Vincent for the carnival day. A ritual that combines play and civic sense, entrusting the keys of the town to the younger generation for a day and renewing an affectionate bond between the community and its new generations.
A celebration for the whole community
Although dedicated to children, the Little Carnival also manages to involve adult audiences, thanks to the cheerful and participatory atmosphere that enlivens the centre of Saint-Vincent. The parade, with its variety of costumes and masked groups, is one of the most cherished moments of the Aosta Valley winter and is part of the rich calendar of carnivals in the Aosta Valley Region.
Little Carnival — edition 2026
On February 8, 2026, Saint-Vincent celebrates its carnival day dedicated to the little ones. At 2:30 PM, from Piazza Monte Cervino, the grand parade of masks and costumed groups begins, crossing the historic centre amidst music, colours, and entertainment. The main event is the investiture of the Little Mayor and his council, the tradition where elementary school children symbolically govern the municipality for a day. A festive and participatory event, designed for families but also capable of engaging adult audiences.
Programme Little Carnival 2026
Sunday, February 8, 2026 — Saint-Vincent Centre
- 2:30 PM — Start of the parade of masks and costumed groups from Piazza Monte Cervino, through the streets of the historic centre with music and entertainment
- Investiture of the Little Mayor and his council, with elementary school children
- Entertainment and festivities in the square for families and children
The detailed program will be published by the Municipality of Saint-Vincent in the days preceding the carnival. Updates on insaintvincent.it.
Highlights Little Carnival 2026
Prices Little Carnival 2026
Practical information — Little Carnival
How to get there
Saint-Vincent is served by the Châtillon-Saint-Vincent train station and the Châtillon-Saint-Vincent motorway exit (A5). The parade starts from Piazza Monte Cervino, in the town centre.
Date and admission
Sunday, February 8, 2026, the parade starts at 2:30 PM from Piazza Monte Cervino. Free admission.
For families
Event designed for children and families, with a parade, music, and entertainment in the historic centre.
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Where does it take place — Little Carnival
Piazza Monte Cervino e centro storico
Piazza Monte Cervino, 11027 Saint-Vincent