Summer Carnival of Arma di Taggia
Edition 2026 Music Street arts Dance

Summer Carnival of Arma di Taggia

The masked parade that lights up Arma's summer

Taggia — Imperia (008)
Dates 18 Jul — 18 Jul 2026
Location Taggia (008)
Prices Free
Status —

About Summer Carnival

In mid-July, Arma di Taggia turns the calendar upside down and celebrates Carnival in the middle of summer. The traditional masked parade enlivens the village streets with costumed groups, floats, dancers, music, and lots of fun, in an evening of celebration for families and tourists. A now-classic event of the Ligurian summer, capable of transforming the seafront into a grand procession of color and cheer, in the heart of the Riviera dei Fiori, in the province of Imperia.

Carnival in the Middle of Summer

The Summer Carnival of Arma di Taggia is one of the most cheerful and anticipated events of the summer in the coastal hamlet of the municipality of Taggia (province of Imperia). The idea is simple and winning: bring the festive spirit of Carnival into the heart of the bathing season.

Masks, Floats, and Music

The masked parade winds through the streets of Arma with costumed groups, dancers, music, and choreography, involving young and old in an evening of pure fun. Amidst dancing, entertainment, and a festive atmosphere, the event attracts residents and tourists, transforming the seafront into a grand procession of colors.

A Summer Tradition

Organized by the Municipality of Taggia, the Summer Carnival is now a classic on the calendar of Arma di Taggia, included in the rich program of summer events in the area. A perfect opportunity to experience the carefree atmosphere of summer on the Riviera dei Fiori.

Summer Carnival — edition 2026

In 2026, the Summer Carnival of Arma di Taggia is expected for a Saturday in mid-July, with the traditional masked parade of costumed groups, dancers, and music along the village streets. The precise date and program will be announced by the Municipality of Taggia as part of the summer calendar.

For 2026, the Summer Carnival is expected, as usual, on a Saturday in mid-July in Arma di Taggia, within the busy summer events calendar of the municipality.

The evening will feature the classic masked parade with costumed groups, dancers, music, and entertainment. The exact date will be confirmed by the Municipality of Taggia closer to summer.

Programme Summer Carnival 2026

The detailed 2026 program will be announced by the Municipality of Taggia. Based on recent editions:

  • Evening with masked parade along the streets of Arma di Taggia
  • Costumed groups, dancers, music, and entertainment
  • Fun for families and tourists

Highlights Summer Carnival 2026

Summer masked parade with costumed groups, dancers, and music on the Arma seafront.

Prices Summer Carnival 2026

Free admission.

Practical information — Summer Carnival

Where

Arma di Taggia, a hamlet of the Municipality of Taggia (IM).

How to get there

Arma di Taggia is served by the Taggia-Arma train station on the Genoa-Ventimiglia line and by the A10 motorway (exit Arma di Taggia-Sanremo Est).

Admission

Free admission. The parade typically takes place on a Saturday evening in mid-July.

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Where does it take place — Summer Carnival

Arma di Taggia

Lungomare di Arma di Taggia, 18018 Taggia

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Summer Carnival in brief

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