Samonios

Celtic New Year's Eve at the Royal Museums

On 31 October 2025, the Royal Museums of Turin offer Samonios: the true story of Halloween, an evening event that concludes the review Royal Summer 2025.
A journey to the origins of the Halloween holiday to rediscover the ancient Celtic celebration that marked the end of the year and the beginning of the new one.

Visits, re-enactments and tastings

From 7.45 p.m. to 11.30 p.m. (last entry at 22.45) the public can participate in a extraordinary visit at the Museum of Antiquities - Sections Archaeology Turin e Archaeological Gallery - and the exhibition Living on water.
The route will be animated by historical re-enactors e performance in the Royal Gardens, for an immersion in the traditions and rituals of the Celtic world.

The evening also includes a tasting by the Master Brewer of the Turin Brewery, included in the special ticket.

At 22.30, in the Royal Gardens, the propitiatory rite of lighting a fire will conclude the evening, celebrating the Celtic New Year with dancing and music.

Event realised in cooperation with Terra Taurina, Okelum e Turin Brewery.

Royal Cafeteria

For the occasion, the Royal Cafeteria will remain open with thematic proposals.
It is possible to book an aperitif Echoes of antiquity (cost € 18) by writing to [email protected].

Information

📍 Location: Royal Museums of Turin - Museum of Antiquities and Royal Gardens
📅 Date: Friday 31 October 2025
🕒 Timetable: 19.45-23.30 (last admission 22.45)
🎟️ Special ticket: includes evening visit, re-enactment and tasting
🍷 Aperitif Echoes of antiquity: € 18 - reservation by email
✉️ Info: [email protected]