Valle Soana Carnival
The valley's traveling carnival, featuring floats, masquerades, and gourmet stops
About Valle Soana Carnival
The Valle Soana Carnival
In the heart of the Canavese mountains, in the Province of Turin, the Valle Soana Carnival is one of the most beloved and anticipated events for the communities of this alpine valley. Affectionately called Carlevà dla Val Soana in the local dialect, this carnival does not take place in a single square; instead, it travels through the entire valley, involving the municipalities of Ronco Canavese, Ingria, and Valprato Soana along with their hamlets.
A traveling carnival through the valley villages
The unique feature of this festival is its traveling nature: the float parade follows the classic route that climbs from the Forzo valley up to Valprato Soana, with gourmet stops scattered along the way. It is a formula that turns the entire valley into an open-air stage, where every village welcomes the procession with food, wine, and warm hospitality.
Floats, masks, and tradition
The Carnival attracts a good number of floats and many costumed participants, with creations ranging from medieval themes to more contemporary and imaginative designs. The parade includes groups arriving from the Canavese plains and the nearby Aosta Valley, particularly from Cogne, confirming the event's appeal far beyond the valley's borders. A jury awards prizes to the most beautiful floats, and the prize-giving ceremony concludes the day in Valprato Soana.
Mountain flavors
The culinary aspect is an integral part of the festival: from the Saturday night dinner organized by the Ronco Canavese Pro Loco to the Sunday lunch featuring beans and pork rinds, as well as the delicious stops along the route organized by local associations and businesses. It is a perfect opportunity to discover the authentic flavors of the Valle Soana.
A festival that unites the community
Organized by the Pro Loco associations of Ronco Canavese and Valprato Soana, the Valle Soana Carnival is much more than just an event: it is a moment when the entire valley community comes together, with singing and dancing that continues until nightfall, involving both young and old in a joyful and genuine atmosphere.
Valle Soana Carnival — edition 2026
L'edizione 2026 del Carnevale della Valle Soana si è svolta nel fine settimana del 7 e 8 marzo, baciata da una giornata di sole che ha esaltato i festeggiamenti dopo anni segnati dal maltempo.
La sfilata della domenica ha visto un buon numero di carri allegorici e moltissimi figuranti in costume, con gruppi giunti dalla pianura canavesana e dalla Valle d'Aosta, Cogne compresa. Il corteo ha percorso il classico tracciato attraverso la valle di Forzo, con sosta gastronomica a Pezzetto, ristoro al Molino di Forzo e ulteriori degustazioni a Valprato Soana, organizzate da associazioni e attività locali. La festa è proseguita con canti e balli fino al calar della notte.
Programme Valle Soana Carnival 2026
Sabato 7 marzo - Ronco Canavese
Presso il salone polivalente di piazza Mistral:
- Cena di Carnevale con menù ricco organizzato dalla Pro Loco di Ronco Canavese, con gli ospiti Ruga Enrico e Ahcapineri Nathalie
- Dalle ore 23 alle 3 del mattino: ballo in maschera con il Dj Andrè
Domenica 8 marzo - Sfilata itinerante
- Pranzo a base di fagioli e cotiche
- Sfilata dei carri allegorici lungo la valle di Forzo
- Tappa gastronomica a Pezzetto
- Ristoro al Molino di Forzo
- Risalita fino a Valprato Soana con degustazioni
- Premiazione finale dei carri allegorici a Valprato Soana
Highlights Valle Soana Carnival 2026
I carri allegorici premiati dell'edizione 2026: 1° premio al carro HIPPIE, 2° premio al CAVALLO DI TROIA, 3° premio a Biancaneve e i sette nani. Premi di consolazione ai gruppi Coscritti 2008, le Maschere, Tigi Bar, Space Jem e l'Ambulanza.
Prices Valle Soana Carnival 2026
Practical information — Valle Soana Carnival
How to get there
The Valle Soana can be reached by car from the Canavese area by passing through Pont Canavese and following the provincial road towards Ronco Canavese and Valprato Soana. The festival is itinerant: on Saturday, it takes place in Ronco Canavese (at the Piazza Mistral multipurpose hall), while on Sunday, the parade travels through the Forzo valley to Valprato Soana.
When
The Carnival typically takes place on a weekend in March. It is advisable to check the dates on the official valley website before traveling.
Information
For information: [email protected] or [email protected]. The initiatives are organized by the Pro Loco of Ronco Canavese and Valprato Soana.
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Where does it take place — Valle Soana Carnival
Valle Soana (Ronco Canavese - Forzo - Valprato Soana)