Susa in Maschera
The Susa Carnival featuring allegorical floats, masked groups, and plenty of music
About Susa in Maschera
The Carnival that colors the heart of Susa
Susa in Maschera is the grand Carnival celebration that brings the historic center of Susa—a town in the Susa Valley in the province of Turin, Piedmont—to life. Though only a few editions old, the event has grown rapidly. It is organized by the Associazione Susa E20 with the support of the local municipality and dozens of volunteers, quickly becoming a landmark in the Piedmontese Carnival scene.
Two days of parades
The heart of the festival is the parade of allegorical floats, masked groups, and individual performers winding through the streets and squares of the old town. The event typically spans two days: an evocative evening parade filled with lights and colors, and a grand afternoon parade perfect for families and children. The floats are accompanied by marching bands and entertainment troupes, turning Susa into an open-air stage filled with music, confetti, and high spirits.
A free, popular festival
Susa in Maschera is a free event open to everyone. Community participation is one of the festival's most charming features: local associations, masked groups, and residents all contribute to building the floats and animating the festivities. The meeting point is Piazza della Repubblica, where the parade begins its journey through the city center.
Susa and the Susa Valley
Nestled at the mouth of the valley leading to the French border, Susa is a town with ancient roots, rich in Roman and medieval monuments. The Carnival is part of a season of winter festivals that enliven the entire Susa Valley, offering the perfect opportunity to explore the historic center during a day of celebration. The event attracts families, curious visitors, and tourists every year, cementing its status as one of the most vibrant winter appointments in the valley.
Susa in Maschera — edition 2026
Susa in Maschera 2026 — terza edizione
La terza edizione del Carnevale di Susa si è tenuta sabato 7 marzo (sfilata serale dalle ore 20:30) e domenica 8 marzo 2026 (grande sfilata pomeridiana dalle ore 14:30), con ritrovo in Piazza della Repubblica.
Protagonisti della festa tredici carri allegorici, gruppi musicali e artisti di animazione che hanno sfilato lungo le vie del centro storico, richiamando un grande pubblico. La manifestazione, organizzata dall'Associazione Susa E20 con il presidente Arnaldo Walder e il sostegno dell'Amministrazione comunale, ha confermato la crescita di un appuntamento ormai di riferimento per il Carnevale piemontese.
Programme Susa in Maschera 2026
Programma
- Sabato 7 marzo — dalle ore 20:30: sfilata serale dei carri allegorici e dei gruppi mascherati, con ritrovo in Piazza della Repubblica.
- Domenica 8 marzo — dalle ore 14:30: grande sfilata pomeridiana con carri allegorici, gruppi musicali e maschere lungo le vie del centro storico.
Hanno partecipato tredici carri allegorici accompagnati da gruppi musicali e artisti di animazione.
Highlights Susa in Maschera 2026
- Sfilata serale del sabato tra luci e colori
- Grande sfilata pomeridiana della domenica
- Tredici carri allegorici lungo il centro storico
- Gruppi musicali e animazione per le vie di Susa
Prices Susa in Maschera 2026
Practical information — Susa in Maschera
How to get there
By car: Susa is accessible via the A32 Turin-Bardonecchia motorway, taking the Susa exit. By train: the Susa station is connected to Turin via the regional rail line. Please note that traffic in the historic center may be restricted during the parades.
When
The Carnival typically takes place between February and March over two days (an evening parade on Saturday and an afternoon parade on Sunday). It is advisable to check the updated dates on the official channels of the Municipality of Susa and the Associazione Susa E20.
Admission and information
Free event. The parades start and gather at Piazza della Repubblica. For information and group registration: +39 328 5427745 / +39 342 5364611.
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Where does it take place — Susa in Maschera
Piazza della Repubblica
Piazza della Repubblica, 10059 Susa