Ancient Fair of Saint Gregory the Great

The patron saint's fair of Roverbella

Roverbella, a municipality in the Alto Mantovano region of the province of Mantua, celebrates its patron saint, Saint Gregory the Great, with the Ancient Fair that bears his name. It is the most traditional festival in the town: an early September event that combines the religious dimension of the patronal anniversary with the popular and joyful aspect of a village fair.

Between market, food and wine, and exhibitions

For an entire day, the center of Roverbella comes alive with stalls and offerings for all tastes. Food and wine are among the protagonists, alongside exhibitions such as model making, spaces in the Library with children's books, and musical entertainment that accompanies the hours of the fair. The streets and the main square become a large path to explore on foot, with tastings, curiosities, and encounters.

A celebration for the community

The Ancient Fair of Saint Gregory is above all a moment for the community: the festival where the inhabitants of Roverbella gather and where the town opens its doors to visitors from neighboring municipalities. The presence of the Library and spaces dedicated to children makes it an event suitable for families, while live music sets the rhythm for the day.

The roots of Alto Mantovano

Participating in the fair means getting in touch with the traditions of the Alto Mantovano region, a plain area between the morainic amphitheater of Lake Garda and the city of Mantua. The Fair of Saint Gregory is the best gateway to discover Roverbella and its ancient and still vibrant connection with the patron saint.