Valle Orco Climbing Festival 2025

Valle Orco (TO), August 30, 2025 – Adventure Factory A.S.D. announces the fifth edition of the Valle Orco Climbing Festival (VOCF), the international gathering dedicated to sport climbing, trad, and bouldering, supported by the Municipality of Ceresole Reale and the Italian Sport Climbing Federation (FASI). Main partners confirmed: Vibram, La Sportiva, and Wild Country, along with many other outdoor brands and organizations. BrewDog, IREN, and Quiksilver will provide technical support for the event.

An International Festival of Nature, Climbing, and Sharing
The festival has now established itself as a unique experience for climbing enthusiasts, but also as a moment of sharing and discovering Valle Orco, a true gem at the foot of Gran Paradiso. Participants had the opportunity to explore and climb the incredible granite walls of the valley and the newly cleaned boulder lines prepared specifically for the occasion, gathering a community united by a love for nature and climbing. The festival program offered a wide variety of activities: technical and educational workshops, outdoor activities, inspiring talks and screenings, as well as meetings with internationally renowned athletes who shared their experiences and passion. The musical moments were equally important, with evening concerts, DJ sets, and performances that transformed the valley into a place of celebration. An extraordinary atmosphere pervaded both days and nights of the festival, making every moment an opportunity to forge new friendships and share authentic emotions.

A Growing Festival

Born in 2020 as a simple gathering among friends, VOCF has rapidly evolved into a benchmark event for the international climbing community. In 2024, it welcomed over 8,000 participants, 12% of whom were from abroad, confirming its place among the most important climbing festivals in Italy and Europe.

The goal remains to promote a healthy mountain culture and respect for the environment, while enhancing the Valle Orco area through initiatives linked to outdoor activities and sports tourism.

Positive Feedback and Valuable Support
The festival organization could not be more satisfied: feedback from participants and sponsors has been exceptionally positive, confirming the value of an event founded on passion, collaboration, and a profound respect for the environment that hosts us. The variety of activities and the quality of experiences offered generated widespread enthusiasm, which represents the greatest reward for everyone who worked behind the scenes to make this edition a success.

A special thank you goes to the main sponsors of the event: Vibram, Wild Country, and La Sportiva, whose support was crucial for the overall success of the festival. Additionally, the contribution of the Italian Sport Climbing Federation (FASI) and the Municipality of Ceresole Reale, who sponsored the event, was key to its realization.

We would also like to thank the numerous organizations that supported the festival, including: WorkLess Collective, Iren, Brewdog, Rupe, Patagonia, Rock Experience, Olùnid, Parvat, Brazz, Monvic, Lazy Ghost, Greve Bloc, Mountain Sicks, Versante Sud, Alpine Standards, Explore Climbing, Escape Climbing Village, Knit 4 a Dream, Armaù, Be Your Balance, Niva, Braghe, Pleasure House, Skalo, Protect Our Winters Italy, Fair Enough, 4 Climbers, For Outdoor People and Sea Shepherd. Thanks to their collaboration, the festival was enriched by experiences and initiatives that made a real difference for the participants.

Theme 2025: The Circus

The 2025 edition will embrace the theme “The Circus” — a subtle and ironic analogy to the current global socio-political landscape. Through satire, the festival will tackle complex and sensitive issues, turning the valley into a giant big top where acrobats, jugglers, and tightrope walkers become metaphors for contemporary society.

“We chose the circus as a lens,” explain the organizers, “because climbing is a game of balance, falls, and comebacks — just like collective life. And satire allows us to address delicate topics with lightness, yet without losing depth.”

All participants are invited to join the festival with colorful outfits, a playful spirit, and the desire to have fun. VOCF 2025 aims to be a free and inclusive space, welcoming every form of art, expression, and interpretation without prejudice. The atmosphere will be even more open and hospitable, fostering mutual listening, acceptance of differences, and generosity. A mountain circus where everyone can feel part of the show.

2025 Program

From September 25–28, Ceresole Reale and Valle Orco will host a rich and diverse program, including:

• Bouldering competition on newly cleaned and prepared blocks.
• Two new bouldering areas open to all, featuring lines of every grade, developed over the summer.
• Workshops and talks with international athletes on topics such as performance, trad climbing, crack technique, sports psychology, and climbing ethics.
• Side activities: debut of the Valle Orco Highline Festival (organized by ASD Torino Sul Filo) with spectacular lines for beginners and professionals; yoga, trail running, eco-trekking, photography and videomaking workshops, circus school.
• Cultural and music events: talks, film screenings, satirical shows, concerts, and DJ sets.
• Family-friendly activities with creative workshops and games for kids.

The final program will be available from September 10 on the festival’s official channels.

Guests & Brands

An exceptional lineup of athletes and international brands has been confirmed.

• Wild Country will bring James Pearson, Caroline Ciavaldini, Talo Martin, and Alessandro Palma, leading workshops on crack climbing, slab progression, and modern bouldering fundamentals.
• La Sportiva will feature ambassadors such as Liv Sansoz (with the premiere of her latest film K2), Stefano Ragazzo (Eternal Flame documentary), Klaas Willems, and Alessandro Beber, who will lead workshops on the psychological approach to modern climbing.
• Vibram will showcase Barbara Zangerl, presenting the film Flash and running a masterclass on big wall climbing.

Alongside the main partners, other major players such as Patagonia, Rock Experience, Great Escapes Oliùnid, and Versante Sud will host workshops and experiences, solidifying VOCF’s role as an international showcase for culture, innovation, and outdoor passion.

Also present: Rupe, La Methode, Fol Distribution, Shape, Parvat, Oliùnid, Monvic, Lazy Ghost, Explore Climbing, Brazz, Greve Bloc, Mountain Sicks, South Face Paradise, Niva, Action Directe, Explore Climbing, Fratutti, Mano di Carnevale, For Outdoor People, 4 Climers, and many other local brands and artisans.

Sustainability & Mobility

Valle Orco is easily accessible by public transport from Turin and nearby towns. For those wishing to share their journey, a dedicated car-sharing service is available via Telegram: link.

In this way, VOCF 2025 promotes sustainable mobility, reducing environmental impact and fostering connections among participants.

Food & Lifestyle

A dedicated food & drinks area will feature local products, vegetarian, and vegan options. The partnership with BrewDog is also confirmed, bringing participants their iconic craft beers.

Practical Information

Participation in the festival is free of charge. To register for competitions and workshops, participants must pre-order the race pack on the official website: www.valleorcoclimbingfestival.com.

The pack includes the official festival t-shirt with exclusive artwork by Maniac Design, the bouldering maps for the competition and new areas, a reusable cup, and plenty of sponsor goodies.

For real-time updates: follow the official Instagram profile @valle_orco_climbing_festival