San Didero Fantasy – Miniatures Contest and More

San Didero Fantasy: imagination takes shape in the Susa Valley

San Didero Fantasy – Miniatures Contest and More is the event that, over a single weekend, transforms the small town of San Didero, in the Province of Turin, into a hub for enthusiasts of modeling, miniature painting, and gaming. Hosted in the Salone Polivalente in Piazza Europa, the event offers a journey into the world of fantasy and historical modeling, where precision craftsmanship meets a passion for board games and collectible cards.

The Miniature and Altered Art Contest

The heart of the event is the major miniature and Altered Art contest, a competition dedicated to works created on miniatures and playing cards, judged by a panel of high-level professionals. Alongside the competition, the public can attend free live painting demonstrations and participate in close encounters with the artists to discover techniques, secrets, and trade tools up close.

Guests and Artists

San Didero Fantasy attracts big names in the industry. Announced guests include internationally renowned illustrators such as Paolo Parente and Dany Orizio, joined by esteemed miniature painting masters such as Alessandro Marinone, Francesco Dapinguente, Francesco Farabi, Marco Bosio, Luca Baldino, and Fabrizio Russo. Their presence offers visitors the chance to engage directly with those who have turned miniatures into a true art form.

Games, Trade Area, and Activities

• Gaming Playground dedicated to board games and collectible cards, featuring Magic: The Gathering tournaments;
• Trade Area with exhibitors specializing in modeling, miniatures, paints, and accessories;
• Medieval Activity hosted by the Vox Condoviae Association, featuring choreographed historical fencing demonstrations;
• The conference "Pinocchio: the power of Fantasy", hosted in the evocative Casaforte.

An event for the local area

Created in 2025 by the Pro Loco of San Didero with the patronage of the Municipality, the event immediately established itself as an appointment capable of promoting the Susa Valley region and uniting different generations around manual creativity and gaming. The second edition confirms the event's vocation: an occasion for celebration, culture, and fun accessible to everyone, from expert collectors to children just starting out with brushes and dice, in the heart of Piedmont.