Antica Sagra dell'Assunta – Madonna di Dossobuono
The centuries-old Ferragosto festival in Madonna di Dossobuono
About Antica Sagra dell'Assunta
A centuries-old festival in Madonna di Dossobuono
The Antica Sagra dell'Assunta is one of the oldest festivals in the Verona area, celebrated in the hamlet of Madonna di Dossobuono, in Villafranca di Verona, in the province of Verona. With origins dating back to the 1700s, the festival is dedicated to the Assumption and deeply unites the religious and popular dimensions, around the Marian shrine.
Seven days of taste and tradition
The festival takes place over seven days, around August 15th, at the parish center area of Via Mantovana 149. The food stalls offer typical dishes, fish and grilled meat specialties, artisanal desserts, alongside bars and cocktails. Inflatables and rides are set up for the little ones, while live music is scheduled every evening. There is also a charity raffle and craft stalls.
The spirituality of the Assumption
The religious heart of the festival is the solemn Mass on August 15th at 10:30 AM in the sanctuary, for the Solemnity of the Assumption. In recent years, the festival has also included cultural events, such as exhibitions dedicated to the figure of Mary. The Antica Sagra dell'Assunta remains an identity-defining event for the community of Madonna di Dossobuono and the territory of Villafranca di Verona.
Antica Sagra dell'Assunta — edition 2026
The Antica Sagra dell'Assunta is expected in mid-August 2026 in Madonna di Dossobuono, a hamlet of Villafranca di Verona, around the Solemnity of the Assumption (August 15th). Seven days of festivities at the Via Mantovana 149 area, with food stalls, live music, rides, and moments of spirituality.
The detailed program will be published by the parish in the weeks preceding the festival.
Programme Antica Sagra dell'Assunta 2026
The full program for the 2026 edition will be announced by the parish. The traditional format includes seven days with:
- Food stalls: typical dishes, fish and grilled meat specialties, artisanal desserts
- Bar and cocktails
- Inflatables and rides for children
- Live music every evening
- Charity raffle and craft stalls
- Solemn Mass of the Assumption on August 15th at 10:30 AM in the sanctuary
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Practical information — Antica Sagra dell'Assunta
Where
Parish center, Via Mantovana 149, Madonna di Dossobuono (Villafranca di Verona, VR).
When
Mid-August, around August 15th (Assumption).
What's on
Food stalls (fish, grilled dishes, desserts), children's rides, live music, charity raffle, and solemn Mass of the Assumption.
How to get there
By car: Madonna di Dossobuono can be reached from Verona Sud, along Via Mantovana.
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Where does it take place — Antica Sagra dell'Assunta
Centro parrocchiale, Madonna di Dossobuono
Via Mantovana 149, 37069 Villafranca di Verona