San Bartolomeo — Fish Festival
Celebrating the co-patron saint with seafood delicacies in Villastellone
About Fish Festival
The Villastellone Fish Festival
In the heart of the plains south of Turin, the town of Villastellone honors its co-patron saint, San Bartolomeo, with one of the most anticipated summer events: the Fish Festival. Organized by the Pro Loco Villastellone tourist association with municipal support, the festival is traditionally held on the last weekend of August, coinciding with the saint's feast day (August 24th), and has become a staple in the local event calendar of the Province of Turin.
Seafood dining under the pavilions
The culinary highlight of the festival is the seafood menu served at tables in the covered area at the Pro Loco headquarters on Viale Gennero 5. Here, visitors can enjoy the dishes that have made the festival famous, from fried fish to various seafood specialties, in a menu designed to delight families and food lovers alike. Takeaway service is also available for those who prefer to enjoy their meals at home.
Music and dancing in the square
Alongside the food, the festival features several evenings of live music and traditional ballroom dancing, with local Piedmontese orchestras bringing the outdoor dance floor to life. While dancing takes place in the square, the opening nights often include events for younger crowds, featuring DJ sets and dance music. Admission to the festival is free.
A community celebration
The Fish Festival is more than just a culinary event: it is a moment for the Villastellone community to gather around the figure of their co-patron San Bartolomeo, renewing a popular tradition that blends devotion, conviviality, and local identity. For visitors exploring Piedmont, it is the perfect opportunity to discover the authentic atmosphere of a local village festival, far from the typical tourist circuits.
Fish Festival — edition 2026
La Sagra del Pesce 2026 di Villastellone si terrà da venerdì 28 a lunedì 31 agosto 2026, come indicato dal calendario ufficiale delle manifestazioni della Pro Loco. Come ogni anno, la festa del compatrono San Bartolomeo unisce la cucina ittica servita ai tavoli presso la sede di Viale Gennero 5 alle serate di ballo liscio dal vivo in piazza.
Il programma dettagliato di questa edizione — con gli orari di apertura della cucina, il menu e i nomi delle orchestre — sarà annunciato dalla Pro Loco nelle settimane precedenti la manifestazione. Per gli aggiornamenti si consiglia di seguire i canali ufficiali dell'Associazione Turistica Pro Loco Villastellone.
Programme Fish Festival 2026
Il programma dettagliato dell'edizione 2026 sarà pubblicato dalla Pro Loco Villastellone nelle settimane precedenti la sagra. Sulla base delle edizioni recenti, la manifestazione prevede di norma:
- Quattro serate con cucina a base di pesce servita ai tavoli al coperto presso la sede Pro Loco (Viale Gennero 5), con servizio d'asporto.
- Serata d'apertura con dj set e musica da ballo.
- Serate successive con ballo liscio dal vivo in piazza accompagnato da orchestre della tradizione piemontese.
I nomi delle orchestre e gli orari precisi verranno comunicati dagli organizzatori a ridosso dell'evento.
Highlights Fish Festival 2026
- Cucina di pesce servita ai tavoli sotto i padiglioni della Pro Loco
- Serate di ballo liscio dal vivo in piazza
- Festa popolare del compatrono San Bartolomeo
- Ingresso libero e gratuito
Prices Fish Festival 2026
Practical information — Fish Festival
Location
Pro Loco Villastellone Headquarters, Viale Gennero 5, 10029 Villastellone (TO). Dancing takes place outdoors in the square.
When
Last weekend of August. The kitchen typically opens in the late afternoon/evening; live dancing starts around 9:00 PM.
Admission
Free entry. Takeaway service for seafood dishes is available.
Contact
Associazione Turistica Pro Loco Villastellone — tel. +39 335 8259945 — [email protected]
Getting there
Villastellone is about a 25-minute drive from Turin (SS393 / A6 motorway). The Villastellone train station is served by the Turin–Fossano line.
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Where does it take place — Fish Festival
Sede Pro Loco Villastellone
Viale Gennero 5, 10029 Villastellone