Blessed Virgin of the Rosary Festival
The neighborhood festival of the Madonna del Rosario on Viale Kennedy in Ciampino
About Rosary Festival
A neighborhood festival of faith in Ciampino
The Blessed Virgin of the Rosary Festival is the most beloved event for the community of Folgarella, the district of Ciampino that gathers around the Beata Maria Vergine del Rosario Parish on Viale John Fitzgerald Kennedy. Born from popular devotion to the Madonna del Rosario, the festival combines religious observance with social celebration, attracting families, the faithful, and visitors from across the city and the nearby Castelli Romani, in the Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Lazio.
Three days between the sacred and the secular
For the occasion, a long stretch of Viale Kennedy is closed to traffic and turned into a large open-air square. The program alternates liturgical moments with festive events: Holy Masses in the parish church, often presided over by guest priests and bishops, and the devotional heart of the event, the solemn procession that accompanies the image of the Blessed Virgin of the Rosary through the streets of the neighborhood, starting from the church square.
Music, stalls, and markets
Alongside the religious dimension, the festival offers a rich calendar of entertainment designed for all ages. Highlights include:
- Food stalls with local specialties and street food, a convivial meeting point for the community;
- Live music and performances on a central stage, featuring dance orchestras and evening dances;
- Craft markets with exhibitors and local products;
- Children's area with games, entertainment, and activities for families;
- The traditional church raffle, with the final draw held on stage.
A local tradition
The Beata Maria Vergine del Rosario Parish, established in 1973 in the Folgarella area, is now a spiritual and social landmark for Ciampino. The festival in honor of its patron saint represents the moment when the neighborhood rediscovers its identity: an occasion where Marian devotion becomes community, amidst festive lights, the aromas of the food stalls, and the music that enlivens the spring evenings. A free event open to all, perfect for discovering the most authentic and popular face of this corner of Lazio.
Rosary Festival — edition 2026
Blessed Virgin of the Rosary Festival 2026
From May 8 to 10, 2026, the Folgarella district of Ciampino experienced its most anticipated festival. Viale Kennedy, closed to traffic, became a large community square for three days, animated by religious events and the festive program.
Alongside the Holy Masses and the procession with the image of the Madonna del Rosario, the public enjoyed a central stage with shows, music, and live events for all ages, as well as street food stalls, craft markets, and a children's area with games and family entertainment. The traditional church raffle was also confirmed, with tickets at €3 and the final draw held on stage on Sunday.
Programme Rosary Festival 2026
2026 Program
The festival spanned three days, from May 8 to 10, with daytime activities. Key program highlights:
- Central stage with shows, music, and live events for all ages;
- Food stalls and street food;
- Craft markets with exhibitors and local products;
- Children's area with games and entertainment;
- Holy Masses and solemn procession with the statue of the Blessed Virgin of the Rosary;
- Church raffle (€3 tickets) with the Sunday draw on stage.
Highlights Rosary Festival 2026
- Viale Kennedy closed to traffic and transformed into a festival square
- Solemn procession with the image of the Madonna del Rosario
- Stage with music and live events for all ages
- Food stalls, craft markets, and children's area
- Church raffle with final draw on Sunday
Prices Rosary Festival 2026
Practical information — Rosary Festival
Getting there
The festival takes place on Viale John Fitzgerald Kennedy, in the Folgarella district of Ciampino (Metropolitan City of Rome Capital). By car, Ciampino is accessible from the Grande Raccordo Anulare and the Via Appia. By train, the Ciampino station is served by regional lines FL4 and FL6 from Roma Termini; from the station, the parish can be reached in a few minutes. Rome-Ciampino Airport is located nearby.
Hours and admission
Admission to the festival is free. During the event, Viale Kennedy is closed to traffic and reserved for pedestrians. Church raffle tickets start at €3.
Contact
Parrocchia Beata Maria Vergine del Rosario, Viale J.F. Kennedy 50/E, 00043 Ciampino (RM). Phone +39 06 7916914. For the updated program, we recommend checking the parish's social media channels.
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Where does it take place — Rosary Festival
Parrocchia Beata Maria Vergine del Rosario - Viale Kennedy
Viale John Fitzgerald Kennedy 50/E, 00043 Ciampino