Festa Patronale dei Santi Pietro e Paolo di Fratta Polesine
The patronal festival of Fratta Polesine in honour of the apostles Peter and Paul
About Santi Pietro e Paolo
The Patron Saints of Fratta Polesine
The Patronal Festival of Saints Peter and Paul is the most important event in the religious calendar of Fratta Polesine, in the province of Rovigo. The apostles Peter and Paul, patrons of the town's archpriest church, are celebrated on June 29th, the day of their solemnity in the liturgical calendar.
A Festival of Faith and Community
The heart of the festival is the solemn mass in the archpriest church of Saints Peter and Paul, a moment of prayer but also of shared joy for the entire community. The occasion involves parishioners and local organizations, including the town's institutions and entities, in a celebration that blends the spiritual and civil dimensions.
In the Village of Venetian Villas
The festival takes place in the heart of a town of great historical and artistic value: Fratta Polesine is famous for Villa Badoer, a masterpiece by Andrea Palladio and a UNESCO World Heritage site, and for being the birthplace of Giacomo Matteotti. The patron saints' festival is an opportunity to experience the village of Polesine and its most authentic identity, amidst faith, history, and tradition.
Santi Pietro e Paolo — edition 2026
For 2026, the patronal festival of Saints Peter and Paul will be celebrated on June 29th, the day of the solemnity of the two apostles in the liturgical calendar. As per tradition, the community of Fratta Polesine will gather for the solemn mass in the archpriest church dedicated to the town's patron saints.
The detailed program of religious celebrations and any civil events will be announced by the parish and the Municipality in the weeks preceding the festival.
Programme Santi Pietro e Paolo 2026
Program to be announced. Based on tradition, the June 29th commemoration includes a solemn mass in the archpriest church of Saints Peter and Paul and devotional moments related to the town's patron saints' festival.
Highlights Santi Pietro e Paolo 2026
- Solemn mass in honour of Saints Peter and Paul
- Festival of the patron saints of Fratta Polesine
Prices Santi Pietro e Paolo 2026
Practical information — Santi Pietro e Paolo
How to get there
Fratta Polesine is located in the province of Rovigo, in the Polesine region. By car from the A13 motorway (Rovigo exit) or the SS434 Transpolesana; the nearest train station is Rovigo, from which you can continue by car or bus.
Admission
Admission to the religious celebrations in the archpriest church is free.
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Where does it take place — Santi Pietro e Paolo
Chiesa Arcipretale dei Santi Pietro e Paolo
Chiesa Arcipretale, 45025 Fratta Polesine