Festa di San Giovanni dei Prati
Procession and stuffed onions for the summer solstice in Triora
About San Giovanni dei Prati
San Giovanni and the solstice
The Festa di San Giovanni dei Prati is one of the most characteristic events of the summer in Triora, in the upper Argentina valley (province of Imperia). The recurrence, linked to the summer solstice and the feast of Saint John the Baptist (June 24th), combines the religious dimension with the peasant one.
The procession and the stuffed onions
On the evening of June 23rd, a procession winds through the village streets, accompanied by the traditional distribution of stuffed onions, a typical dish linked to the festival. On June 24th, the saint's day, mass is celebrated in the Sanctuary of San Giovanni dei Prati, immersed in the nature of the upper valley.
An Authentic Event of Liguria
The festival is recognized among the Authentic Events of Liguria, a brand that promotes events most closely linked to the territory's tradition. An opportunity to experience the solstice atmosphere in the witches' village, amidst faith, mountain flavors, and the charm of an unspoiled landscape.
San Giovanni dei Prati — edition 2026
For 2026, the festival is scheduled for June 23rd and 24th in Triora. On the evening of June 23rd, at 7:45 PM, the procession takes place through the village streets, with the distribution of the traditional stuffed onions.
On June 24th, the feast day of Saint John the Baptist, at 11:00 AM, mass is celebrated in the Sanctuary of San Giovanni dei Prati. The festival is recognized as an Authentic Event of Liguria 2026.
Programme San Giovanni dei Prati 2026
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
- 7:45 PM — Procession through the village streets with distribution of stuffed onions
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
- 11:00 AM — Mass in the Sanctuary of San Giovanni dei Prati
Highlights San Giovanni dei Prati 2026
Prices San Giovanni dei Prati 2026
Practical information — San Giovanni dei Prati
Where
Triora (IM), historic center and Sanctuary of San Giovanni dei Prati, upper Argentina valley.
How to get there
Triora can be reached by car by going up the Argentina valley from Arma di Taggia.
Admission
Free access to celebrations. Distribution of stuffed onions during the procession on June 23rd.
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Where does it take place — San Giovanni dei Prati
Centro storico di Triora e Santuario di San Giovanni dei Prati