Festa Patronale di San Carlo Borromeo
Rovato celebrates its patron saint with a month of festivities around November 4th
About San Carlo Borromeo
San Carlo Borromeo, patron saint of Rovato
In the Municipality of Rovato, in the province of Brescia, November 4th is the most important date in the civic and religious calendar: it is the day of San Carlo Borromeo, the city's patron saint. The celebrations in his honor do not end in a single day but extend for a good part of the month, making November the month of Rovato's festival.
Between faith and honors
The religious heart of the festival is the solemn Mass celebrated by the Bishop of Brescia in the parish church of Santa Maria Assunta. Alongside the liturgical dimension, the civic one takes place: an extraordinary session of the Municipal Council with the conferral of the highest city honors, including the gold medals of the Lion, the highest civic recognition, and homage to the historic commercial activities of the territory.
Luna Park, gastronomy, and tradition
The festival also has a popular and festive soul. The Luna Park of San Carlo is set up at the Foro Boario, with rides, events, entertainment, and stalls selling typical local products. And throughout November, the city's restaurants offer menus dedicated to Manzo all'Olio De.Co., the signature dish of Rovato's tradition, recognized as a Municipal Designation. A combination of spirituality, civic identity, and gastronomy that tells the soul of the capital of Franciacorta, in Lombardy.
San Carlo Borromeo — edition 2026
The Patron Saint Festival of San Carlo Borromeo is renewed in Rovato on November 4, 2026, with celebrations extending throughout much of the month.
The program combines the solemn Mass celebrated by the Bishop of Brescia in the church of Santa Maria Assunta, the extraordinary session of the Municipal Council with the conferral of civic honors, the San Carlo Luna Park at the Foro Boario, and the menus dedicated to Manzo all'Olio De.Co. offered by the city's restaurants.
Programme San Carlo Borromeo 2026
November 4 — The Celebrations
- Afternoon, Palazzo Comunale — tribute to historic commercial activities
- Extraordinary session of the Municipal Council with the conferral of the gold medals of the Lion (highest civic honor)
- Evening, Church of Santa Maria Assunta — solemn Mass celebrated by the Bishop of Brescia
San Carlo Luna Park
At Foro Boario, in via Martinengo Cesaresco: rides, events, entertainment, and stalls selling typical products.
Manzo all'Olio De.Co. Month
Throughout November, about fifteen restaurateurs offer special menus dedicated to Rovato's signature dish (from 20 to 35 euros). The schedule and details of the 2026 program will be announced by the Municipality in the weeks preceding the event.
Highlights San Carlo Borromeo 2026
The solemn Mass by the Bishop, the conferral of the gold medals of the Lion, and the Luna Park at the Foro Boario.
Prices San Carlo Borromeo 2026
Practical information — San Carlo Borromeo
When
Around November 4th, with events spread throughout much of the month.
Where
Church of Santa Maria Assunta and Rovato town center; Luna Park at Foro Boario.
How to get there
Rovato is well connected to Brescia and Franciacorta, reachable by car and train.
Admission
Celebrations and Luna Park are free admission. Menus featuring Manzo all'Olio at participating restaurants are subject to a charge.
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Where does it take place — San Carlo Borromeo
Rovato - centro e Foro Boario
Chiesa parrocchiale di Santa Maria Assunta, 25038 Rovato