Silvano Incontrada

A festival that brings the village to life

Silvano Incontrada is one of the most beloved summer events in Silvano d'Orba, a small town of just under two thousand inhabitants in the province of Alessandria, in the heart of the Ovada region, at the southern tip of Piedmont. Created to enhance and rediscover the town's historic center, the festival turns streets, squares, and districts into an animated route where gastronomy, crafts, music, and tradition intertwine over two midsummer evenings.

What to find along the streets

The guiding principle is simple and successful: dinner, music, and culture through the streets of the center. Walking from one district to another, you will find food stalls featuring local flavors, a market with artisan and hobbyist stalls, and entertainment moments designed for all ages.

• Food stalls spread throughout the village streets for outdoor dining.
• Market with stalls featuring crafts, products, and curiosities.
• Live music and entertainment along the route.
• Historical re-enactment recalling the atmospheres of the village's past.
• Puppet shows, the hallmark of the event.

Puppets, art, and solidarity

A defining feature of Silvano Incontrada is the presence of the Amici dei Burattini (Friends of the Puppets), who bring shows like La parola al Silvanino and creativity workshops to the square, engaging both adults and children. Alongside the entertainment, some editions have featured art exhibitions set up in the districts and charity initiatives, involving local entities such as the Alberto Castelli Foundation, which provides information booths dedicated to health prevention.

A staple of the Ovada summer

Positioned in the Silvano d'Orba event calendar between the antique market and the traditional procession of San Rocco, Silvano Incontrada is much more than a simple food festival: it is an occasion where the community gathers, associations get involved, and visitors can get to know the soul of a Piedmontese village up close. A free, widespread event, perfect for an evening stroll during Ferragosto in the hills of the Alto Monferrato.