Festa Patronale di San Martino

Saint Martin, patron saint of Vergiate

The Festa Patronale di San Martino is the most important celebration in the calendar for Vergiate, a municipality in the province of Varese. Dedicated to the town's patron saint, it takes place around November 11th and combines the religious dimension with the traditional popular fair that has accompanied the occasion for generations.

The fair in the town centre

During the festival days, the centre of Vergiate is filled with stalls selling sweets, gastronomic products, and crafts, while itinerant shows, concerts, and theatrical performances take place in the streets. For the little ones, there is a funfair and dedicated entertainment, in a festival that involves all ages.

Procession and roasted chestnut gathering

The religious heart of the festival is the solemn procession with the statue of the patron saint, a moment of strong community participation. The Alpini's roasted chestnut gathering, a typical autumn event that smells of roasted chestnuts, is also a must. The event is organised by the Municipality of Vergiate together with the San Martino Festival Committee, formed within the Pro Loco with representatives from the parish, merchants, and associations.

Vergiate and the province of Varese

Vergiate is a municipality in the lower Varesotto area, near the Ticino river and the Ticino Park. The Festa di San Martino is an occasion for the town to come together around its roots, between faith and tradition.