Festa di San Lorenzo Martire

The patron saint of Attigliano

Nestled on the banks of the Tiber, on the southern border of Umbria with Lazio, the Municipality of Attigliano (in the province of Terni) celebrates its patron saint, Saint Lawrence the Martyr, every summer. The festival takes place around August 10th, a date that Christian tradition associates with the martyrdom of the Roman deacon, and represents the most anticipated moment of the year for the community.

The religious dimension

The religious celebrations are organised by the parish and the "Don Bruno Medori" Schola cantorum of Attigliano. The liturgical programme includes a triduum of preparation on the preceding evenings, a procession with the statue of the saint through the village streets, and a solemn Eucharistic celebration on the patron saint's day.

The civil celebrations

Alongside the religious part, the San Lorenzo Martire Festival Committee organises a rich entertainment programme: musical evenings, shows, performances, food stalls with traditional dishes, and festive moments that liven up the historic centre for several days. Over the years, the festival has also hosted themed performances, musical groups, and concerts.

A village between Umbria and Lazio

Attigliano is a small village in Lower Umbria, a crossroads between the provinces of Terni, Viterbo, and Tuscia. The patronal festival is an opportunity to discover this little-known corner of the region, where popular devotion and hospitality blend into a deeply felt celebration.