Summer 2025 Events in Aosta Valley: The Ultimate Guide
Discover the must-see events to maximize your summer vacation in Aosta Valley.
If you’re planning a vacation in Aosta Valley for the summer of 2025, you’re in the right place. From June to September, the main locations in the region, Courmayeur, La Thuile, Cogne, Aosta, and Pila, offer a rich calendar of events. This article provides a comprehensive overview, organized by location and month, with the most relevant events: a helpful tool for planning your stay in the heart of the Alps.
If you’re looking for a cozy place to stay during your visit, look at the options from L’Atelier du Temps here: short-term rentals designed to make you feel at home.
1. Courmayeur | Summer 2025: Events Month by Month
🗓️ June 2025
- May 31 – June 2 | Foura Totte – Boutiquenville
Three days of shopping with discounts in the exclusive stores of Courmayeur’s city center.
🔗 Event Details - June 7 | Oktagon Valle d’Aosta
The Kickboxing World Championships, with 36 athletes worldwide, will be broadcast on DAZN.
🔗 Event Details
🗓️ July 2025
- July 3–6 | Celtica Valle d’Aosta
International festival of Celtic music, art, and culture in the Peuterey forest, Val Veny.
🔗 Official Website - July 5–13 | Courmayeur in Danza
Dance workshops with international instructors and a Grand Gala finale.
🔗 Official Website - July 11–13 | Gran Trail Courmayeur
Trail running races with distances of 30, 55, and 100 km across Val Veny and Val Ferret.
🔗 Official Website - July 22 and 29 | Courmayeur Food Market
Gastronomic market with local products at Jardin de l’Ange.
🔗 Event Details
🗓️ August 2025
- August 5, 12, 19, 26 | Courmayeur Food Market
Weekly events at Jardin de l’Ange with typical products and crafts.
🔗 Event Details - August 6, 13, 20 | Yoga School at Mont Blanc
Outdoor sessions at high altitude to regenerate body and mind.
🔗 Event Details - August 11 and 25 | Mountain Bike Mont Blanc
MTB events for amateurs and experts with panoramic routes.
🔗 Event Details
- August 2, 9, 16, 23 | Trekking for All
Guided hikes suitable for all ages and experience levels.
🔗 Event Details
🗓️ September 2025
- All Month | Tor des Géants
Ultra-trail of 330 km through the high valleys of the Aosta Valley, starting and finishing in Courmayeur: one of the toughest endurance races in the world.
🔗 Official Website - End of September | Désarpa
Traditional transhumance of cattle from the alpine pastures to the valleys, accompanied by festivals, music, and tastings.
2. La Thuile | Summer 2025: Events Month by Month
🗓️ June 2025
- June 8 | Mindful Day
A day dedicated to mindfulness and mental well-being, with immersive activities in nature.
🔗 Event Details - June 15 | La Pass Pitchü
A celebration of the valleys that honors the union of mountain communities with music, dances, and local products.
🔗 Event Details - June 21 | Summer Solstice
Celebration of the longest day of the year with cultural and spiritual activities at the Cromlech of Piccolo San Bernardo.
🔗 Event Details
🗓️ July 2025
- July 3–6 | UCI Mountain Bike World Cup
International competitions in Downhill and Enduro with the best athletes in the world.
🔗 Event Details - July 3–6 | Lo Tirabochon Liqueur Festival
Festival dedicated to local liquors and spirits, with tastings and meetings with the producers.
🔗 Event Details - July 4 | Mattinata D.O.P. – Flavors of the Mountains
A gastronomic route exploring the DOP products of Aosta Valley.
🔗 Event Details - July 10 | Tingi la tua maglietta
Creative workshop to customize t-shirts using dyeing techniques.
🔗 Event Details - July 26 | La Thuile Trail – Memorial Edo Camardella
Trail running event with three routes: 25 km (1500 m D+), 42 km (2500 m D+), and 70 km (4000 m D+).
🔗 Official Website
🗓️ August 2025
- August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 | Lo Tsaven – Traditional Products Market
Gastronomic market with local organic and handmade products.
🔗 Event Details
3. Aosta & Pila | Summer 2025: Events Month by Month
🗓️ June 2025
📍 Pila
- June 21 – September 7 | Opening of the Summer Season – Pila Bikeland
Official start of the summer season with the opening of the ski lifts and outdoor activities, including downhill and trails, e-bike excursions, trekking, and an adventure park immersed in nature.
🔗 Event Details - June 27–28 | RunThrough Trails
International trail running event with routes of 50 km, 21 km, and the “Up & Down Race,” set against the stunning views of the Aosta Valley Alps.
🔗 Event Details
🗓️ July 2025
📍 Aosta
- July 19–27 | 72nd Valdostan Traditional Craftsmanship Exhibition and Competition
Exhibition of the best handcrafted works from the Aosta Valley in Piazza Chanoux.
🔗 Event Details - July 31 – August 3 | Atelier des Métiers
Exhibition of professional craftsmanship in Piazza Chanoux.
🔗 Event Details
📍 Pila
- July 17 | Becca Culture – La Becca Night
Cultural walk to the Hermitage of San Grato, with stories, music, and a sunset aperitif.
🔗 Event Details - July 21 | Pila Summer Party
A celebration with local craftsmanship, a children’s MTB course, and a market offering fresh products.
🔗 Event Details - July 27 | Sunset Hike
Guided walk through forests and alpine meadows, culminating with a sunset aperitif.
🔗 Event Details
🗓️ August 2025
📍 Aosta
- August 2 | 56th Foire d’Été
A large crafts fair in the historic center of Aosta, with around 400 exhibitors of traditional and contemporary crafts.
🔗 Event Details
📍 Pila
- August 8 | Mago Allione Show and Queen Tribute Concert
An evening of magic and music with a show by Mago Allione and a Queen tribute concert.
🔗 Event Details - August 10 | Pila Craft Fair
The third edition of the fair features woodcrafts, sculptures, and outdoor workshops.
🔗 Event Details - August 10–13 | Craft Beer Festival and Local Cuisine
Four days of craft beer tastings and traditional dishes, accompanied by DJ sets and concerts.
🔗 Event Details - August 13, 15, 17 | Ernest Shackleton Show at Rifugio Arbolle
Three evenings dedicated to the story of explorer Ernest Shackleton, with free performances at Rifugio Arbolle.
🔗 Event Details
4.Cogne | Summer 2025: Events Month by Month
🗓️ June 2025
- June 4 | La Mine à Bout de Souffle
Mountain running race, 4th stage of the Soirée Vertikal circuit.
🔗 Event Details - June 6–8 | Cantine Gourmet
Gastronomic weekend dedicated to the winemaking tradition of Aosta Valley and the genuine flavors of Cogne, with music and folklore.
🔗 Event Details - June 24 | I Fuochi di San Giovanni
Lighting of the bonfires in the villages of Épinel and Gimillan, with the distribution of food and drinks, according to the popular tradition.
🔗 Event Details
🗓️ July 2025
- July 14–20 | Mostra di Drago Ivano
Exhibition of handcrafted jewelry and paintings at Maison de la Grivola.
🔗 Event Details
🗓️ August 2025
- July 28 – August 2 | Gran Paradiso Film Festival
International festival dedicated to nature films, with screenings and meetings in the heart of Gran Paradiso National Park.
🔗 Official Website
Among the numerous events in the Aosta Valley, we highlight Musicastelle, a summer music festival held in scenic high-altitude locations in the Aosta Valley, which this year will host:
|
Data |
Singer |
Venue |
|
14 June |
Lucio Corsi |
Saint-Nicolas |
|
21 June |
Ermal Meta |
Challand-Saint-Victor |
|
28 June |
Stefano Bollani & Trilok Gurtu |
Quart |
|
26 July |
Cristina Donà & Saverio Lanza |
Rhêmes-Saint-Georges |
|
6 September |
I Patagarri |
Bionaz – Lago di Place Moulin |
|
13 September |
Paola Turci |
Jovençan (concerto all’alba) |
|
20 September |
Fast Animals and Slow Kids (FASK) |
Quart |
FAQ | Events in Aosta Valley
What are the best events of summer 2025 in Aosta Valley?
The region offers a rich program of music, culture, and sports. Not to be missed:
Musicastelle
Celtica Valle d’Aosta
Foire d’Été in Aosta
Tor des Géants
Are there free events during summer 2025 in Aosta Valley?
Yes, like Musicastelle, which offers free concerts in high-altitude natural settings. Désarpa and various markets are also freely accessible.
Where are the main craft fairs and markets held?
Le principali fiere sono:
Which events are ideal for families with children?
Some family-friendly events include:
NB: If you’re interested in learning more about Summer in Aosta Valley, check out our guides ⤵️