Feast of Saint Dominic the Abbot
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Feast of Saint Dominic the Abbot

21 Aug 2025 — 22 Aug 2025
Villalago — L'Aquila (066)

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Edition 2025 — Saint Dominic in Villalago

In 2025, Villalago once again celebrated Saint Dominic the Abbot with its August patronal feast. On August 21st, pilgrims from the Fornelli (IS) community arrived at the Hermitage of Saint Dominic after an 80-kilometer walk through the mountains of the Abruzzo National Park. On August 22nd, the day of the anniversary, the solemn procession took place through the streets of the village, accompanied by a brass band concert and closing fireworks.

2025 Edition

The 2025 edition of the Feast of Saint Dominic the Abbot in Villalago, in the Province of L'Aquila, took place according to tradition on August 21st and 22nd. On August 21st, the community welcomed the pilgrims from Fornelli, who arrived on foot at the Hermitage of Saint Dominic after an 80-kilometer journey. The day of August 22nd was dedicated to liturgical celebrations and the procession with the statue of the saint through the village streets, enlivened by a brass band concert and concluded with traditional fireworks. It was a well-attended edition, confirming the feast as one of the most significant identity-defining events in the Sagittario Valley.

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