Battle of the Oranges of Ivrea 2027
The citrus battle of Ivrea’s Historic Carnival
The Battle of the Oranges is the best-known part of Ivrea’s Historic Carnival and symbolically represents the town’s rebellion against a tyrant. For three days, nine teams on foot face the Aranceri on horse-drawn carriages in a tradition that combines history, spectacle and popular participation.
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About the Event
The Battle of the Oranges is part of Ivrea’s Historic Carnival, a celebration with centuries of tradition. For three days, participants symbolically recreate a rebellion through orange-throwing battles between teams on foot and the Aranceri on carriages.
The Battle
Nine teams on foot represent the rebel people and face the Aranceri riding horse-drawn carriages. Each team has an established traditional area in the city where the battles take place.
The Historic Carnival
The battle is only one part of Ivrea’s Carnival program. The 2027 edition begins on January 6 and reaches its climax between February 4 and 9, with ceremonies, parades and other traditional events.
The 2027 Edition
The Battle of the Oranges will take place from Sunday, February 7 through Tuesday, February 9, 2027. February 7 is Carnival Sunday, when the access system announced by the organizers will also apply.
When it starts
Highlights
February 7–9, 2027
Nine teams on foot and Aranceri on carriages
Part of Ivrea’s Historic Carnival