SanBeer Festival

The SanBeer Festival, the beer celebration of the Canavese

The SanBeer Festival is one of the most anticipated summer events in San Benigno Canavese, a municipality in the Metropolitan City of Turin, Piedmont. Born in 2023 from the collaboration of local merchants, with the support of the Alpini Group and the municipal administration, the event immediately won over thousands of visitors, becoming a staple in the Canavese regional calendar.

Three days of beer, food, and live music

The formula is simple and successful: beer, food, and live music. Piazzale Sandro Pertini, in the heart of the town, hosts the beer taps, food stalls, and the stage. Visitors can enjoy a variety of beers paired with dishes designed for the festival: from classic grilled meats to fish, pizza, and fried dough (gnocco fritto), to more indulgent treats like Nutella crêpes. Past editions have even featured the famous beer-flavored gelato, one of the public's favorite curiosities.

Music, entertainment, and local atmosphere

Each evening is marked by live concerts and DJ sets that keep the square buzzing until late at night. In the early editions, local bands and artists took to the stage, while tournaments and games (from foosball to inflatables for children) made the festival a gathering place for all ages. The atmosphere is that of an authentic Piedmontese village festival, where conviviality and a sense of community are just as central as the beer itself.

A free-entry event for the whole family

The SanBeer Festival offers free admission: you only pay for what you consume at the stands. This makes it a perfect opportunity to spend an evening with friends while discovering San Benigno Canavese, a town also known for its historic Abbazia di Fruttuaria. The event is organized by the Municipal Commerce Office and represents a great example of a grassroots initiative driven by merchants wanting to enliven the town center during the summer season.

San Benigno Canavese and the surrounding area

Located just a few kilometers from Turin, San Benigno Canavese is the gateway to the Canavese, a land of castles, rolling hills, and culinary traditions. Attending the SanBeer Festival is also a great way to explore this corner of Piedmont, its specialties, and the warm hospitality of its residents.