Saliceto Festival
The summer festival of the Saliceto hamlet, at the Strada Boschi roundabout
About Saliceto Festival
A village festival in the heart of the Roero
The Saliceto Festival is the summer celebration of the Saliceto hamlet, a small village in the municipality of Pocapaglia, in the province of Cuneo, located in the hilly Roero territory (Piedmont). It is one of those local festivals that are part of the DNA of small Piedmontese towns: no big names, no international stages, just a community wanting to come together, share a meal, and keep the identity of their village alive.
Where and when
The heart of the event is the Strada Boschi roundabout, near the Saliceto bridge, which transforms into an open-air square and kitchen for three days. The festival traditionally takes place on the last weekend of July and is included in the official calendar of events for the Municipality of Pocapaglia, approved by the Council of Hamlets and Associations.
What to expect
The program changes slightly from year to year, but the spirit remains the same. The evenings revolve around good food and music:
- Street food, gelato, and cocktails to kick off the festival;
- the famous pizza at the roundabout, cooked on-site, by reservation;
- "Beer-filled" evenings with craft drinks and musical entertainment;
- set-price dinners, with menus designed for children;
- afternoons of games and snacks for children, making the festival suitable for the whole family.
A resilient tradition
Behind the Saliceto Festival is the volunteer work of the Saliceto Recreational Committee, which handles the organization, cooking, and hospitality every year. It is thanks to this enthusiasm that the festival continues even when the weather doesn't cooperate: as in the 2025 edition, when the rain didn't stop the turnout and the warmth of the community heated up the atmosphere anyway. For those visiting the Roero in summer, between a walk in the Rocche and a wine tasting, the Saliceto Festival is an authentic opportunity to experience the conviviality of a true Piedmontese village.
Saliceto Festival — edition 2026
The 2026 Saliceto Festival will take place from Friday, July 24 to Sunday, July 26, 2026 in the Saliceto hamlet of Pocapaglia, at the Strada Boschi roundabout. The dates are included in the official 2026 calendar of events for the Municipality of Pocapaglia, approved by the Council of Hamlets and Associations.
The detailed program for the 2026 edition will be announced by the Saliceto Recreational Committee in the weeks leading up to the event. Following the tradition of past editions, evenings of street food, the traditional pizza at the roundabout by reservation, craft beer, music, and moments dedicated to children with games and snacks are expected. It is recommended to check the procedures and reservations closer to the dates.
Programme Saliceto Festival 2026
The detailed program for the 2026 edition has not yet been published by the Saliceto Recreational Committee.
Based on previous editions, the festival typically spans three days at the Strada Boschi roundabout: an opening evening with street food, gelato, cocktails, and music; an evening dedicated to pizza at the roundabout or a dinner by reservation; and a final day with games and snacks for children. The exact times and appointments will be communicated before the event.
Highlights Saliceto Festival 2026
- Three days of local festivities in the Roero
- The traditional pizza at the Strada Boschi roundabout
- Street food, craft beer, and live music
- Games and snacks for children
Prices Saliceto Festival 2026
Practical information — Saliceto Festival
How to get there
The hamlet of Saliceto is located in Pocapaglia (CN), in the Roero region. By car, it is easily reached from Bra (a few kilometers away) and Alba; the nearest train stations are in Bra and Alba, which are well-connected to Turin. The festival takes place at the Strada Boschi roundabout.
Costs and reservations
Admission to the festival is free; you only pay for what you consume. Evenings with dinner or pizza are generally by mandatory reservation, which must be made in the days prior by contacting the Saliceto Recreational Committee.
Tips
Bring clothing suitable for summer evenings outdoors and book your meals in advance. Take advantage of your stay to explore the Roero, its hills, and its wines.
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Where does it take place — Saliceto Festival
Rotonda di strada Boschi, borgo Saliceto
Strada Boschi, 12060 Pocapaglia