Festa Patronale di Maria SS. Assunta
The Cremasco Ferragosto in honour of the Madonna Assunta
About Patronale Maria Assunta
The patron saint of Ripalta Arpina
The Festa Patronale di Maria SS. Assunta is the most cherished event in Ripalta Arpina, a small municipality in the Cremasco area, province of Cremona. Dedicated to the town's patron saint, the festival falls on August 15th, the day of the Assumption and Ferragosto, and is one of the most anticipated summer events in the Cremona region.
Faith and tradition
The heart of the day is its religious dimension: the solemn Mass in the parish church is followed by the traditional procession with the statue of the Madonna Assunta through the village streets, in an atmosphere of reflection and participation that strengthens community bonds.
Popular celebration in the heart of summer
Alongside moments of faith, the festival offers activities for the whole family: food stalls featuring typical Cremonese dishes and local specialties, craft stalls, and live music. The Festa Patronale di Maria SS. Assunta is thus the ideal occasion to experience the Cremasco Ferragosto with faith, popular traditions, good food, and fun, in the heart of an authentic village.
Patronale Maria Assunta — edition 2026
On Saturday, August 15, 2026, the day of Ferragosto and the Assumption, Ripalta Arpina celebrates its patron saint with the Festa Patronale di Maria SS. Assunta. A day that combines faith and popular celebration in the heart of the Cremona summer.
The religious program includes the solemn Mass in the parish church and the procession with the statue of the Madonna Assunta through the village streets. Alongside the celebrations, food stalls with Cremonese cuisine, craft stalls, and live music liven up the day for the whole family.
Programme Patronale Maria Assunta 2026
Saturday, August 15, 2026 — Ripalta Arpina
- Solemn Mass — Celebration in the parish church
- Procession — With the statue of the Madonna Assunta through the village streets
- Popular celebration — Food stalls with Cremonese cuisine, craft stalls, and live music
The times for the celebrations will be announced by the parish closer to the festival.
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How to get there
Ripalta Arpina is located in the Cremasco area, province of Cremona, reachable by car from Crema. The festival takes place between the parish church and the town centre.
Useful information
Admission is free. The times for religious services and events may vary; for updates, it is advisable to consult the parish and municipal channels.
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Where does it take place — Patronale Maria Assunta
Chiesa parrocchiale e centro di Ripalta Arpina
Chiesa parrocchiale, 26010 Ripalta Arpina