Bonfire of Saint Anthony

The Patron Saint and the Fire

The Feast of Saint Anthony with its bonfire is one of the most cherished events in Schilpario, a municipality in Val di Scalve in the province of Bergamo. Dedicated to the patron saint, the festival intertwines the religious dimension with the tradition of the propitiatory fire, a symbol of light and renewal in mountain communities.

Market, Workshops, and Flavors

The festival days open with the market of local producers and workshops, complemented by food trucks and an aperitif in the square with entertainment. A formula that enhances local products and the food and wine culture of Val di Scalve, in a festive and convivial atmosphere amidst the woods and mountains of the upper Bergamo province.

Lighting the Bonfire

The highlight is the lighting of the great bonfire in the evening, accompanied by music and entertainment. The fire that illuminates the mountain night is the symbol of the festival and draws inhabitants and visitors, in a ritual that is renewed each year and represents the emotional heart of the event.

The Traditions of the Ethnographic Museum

Enriching the festival is the Ethnographic Museum of Schilpario, which offers the blessing and grinding of wheat and paths dedicated to the traditions of bread, with baking demonstrations. These moments restore the deep connection between the festival, the patron saint, and the peasant culture of Val di Scalve, making the Bonfire of Saint Anthony an experience of authentic mountain identity.