Weekend in Turin: what to do on 9–10 May 2026 — fairs, concerts and

Weekend in Turin: events on 9–10 May 2026

Planning a weekend for Mother's Day? Turin and its surroundings offer a wide range of options: cultural festivals, special garden openings, theatre shows, concerts, food fairs and family activities. Below is a concise guide to the main events.

Main highlights

• R1pud1a – Turin against all wars (Emergency festival): meetings and shows at Mercato Centrale (8–10 May).
• Verde Svelato: guided visits and special openings of Turin's secret gardens (9–10 May).

Concerts

• Tredici Pietro – Teatro della Concordia, Venaria Reale (9 May).
• Prog Legends – progressive rock show at Grande Teatro Valdocco (9 May).
• K-pop Warriors: Demon Hunters (tribute) – Teatro Atlantic, Borgaro Torinese (9 May).

Theatre and shows

• Beata oscenità with Gianluca Ferrato, directed by Serena Sinigaglia – Teatro Gobetti (performances through 10 May).
• I Puritani by Vincenzo Bellini – Teatro Regio (6–17 May).
• Grease with Compagnia della Rancia – Teatro Alfieri (9–10 May).
• Kamikaze with Eleazaro Rossi – Teatro Colosseo (9–10 May).

Family activities

• La Cenerentola by Rossini: special Mother's Day performance and parade with Gianduja and Giacometta at Casa Gianduja (9 May).
• The Gruffalo: musical tale at Teatro della Concordia, Venaria Reale (10 May).
• Free admission for all mothers at the Egyptian Museum (10 May).

Fairs and markets

• Fiori & Vini: plant market, crafts and street food in Carignano (8–10 May).
• Mercato della Terra e della Biodiversità in San Giorgio Canavese historic centre (9–10 May).
• Sagra del Canestrello in Vaie historic centre (10 May).
• Maggionatura in Giaveno: stalls, open mills, children's activities and the new GiaVino (10 May).

Sports

• TuttaDritta: running race starting from Piazza Solferino towards the Palazzina di Caccia of Stupinigi (10 May).

Practical tips

Check schedules and entry rules on organizers' websites: some events require tickets or reservations. Allow extra travel time for provincial venues and arrive early for busy markets and shows. Expect higher demand for public transport and parking during the weekend.

Location (example)

Address: Via Monte di Pietà, 10041 Carignano TO, Italy
Coordinates: 44.9075723, 7.676068

Enjoy your weekend in Turin!