Festa Patronale di San Matteo Apostolo
The patron saint of Montenero di Bisaccia between procession, music, and fireworks
About San Matteo Apostolo
San Matteo Apostolo, patron saint of Montenero
Montenero di Bisaccia, a village in the province of Campobasso overlooking the Adriatic Sea, celebrates its patron saint San Matteo Apostolo on September 21st. The Church of San Matteo Apostolo is the focal point of the religious celebrations, while Piazza della Libertà hosts the civil events of the festival.
The Saint's Day
The celebrations are concentrated between September 20th and 21st. The eve is dedicated to preparation, with Eucharistic celebrations and confessions. On September 21st, the day begins with morning masses at 7 AM and 11 AM; in the afternoon, vespers are celebrated at 6 PM, and at 7:30 PM, the patron saint's statue is carried in procession through the town streets, accompanied by the faithful.
Music, Markets, and Fireworks
In the evening, the festival moves to Piazza della Libertà, with music and markets, culminating in the grand finale of fireworks. The San Matteo festival ideally closes the summer season of Montenero di Bisaccia, bringing the community together for one of the most cherished local calendar events.
San Matteo Apostolo — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the festival of San Matteo Apostolo takes place on September 20th and 21st in Montenero di Bisaccia. September 20th is dedicated to preparation, with Eucharistic celebrations and confessions. On September 21st, the patron saint's day, morning masses (7 AM and 11 AM), vespers (6 PM), and the procession with the statue (7:30 PM) mark the religious dimension, while in the evening Piazza della Libertà comes alive with music and markets, culminating in fireworks.
Programme San Matteo Apostolo 2026
September 20 — Vigil
- Eucharistic celebrations and confessions in preparation for the festival
September 21 — San Matteo Apostolo
- 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM — Holy Masses
- 6:00 PM — Vespers
- 7:30 PM — Procession with the Patron Saint's statue through the town streets
- Evening — Music and markets in Piazza della Libertà
- Fireworks to close the festivities
Highlights San Matteo Apostolo 2026
The evening procession of the patron saint and the fireworks in Piazza della Libertà.
Prices San Matteo Apostolo 2026
Practical information — San Matteo Apostolo
How to get there
Montenero di Bisaccia can be reached by car from the Vasto Sud-San Salvo exit of the A14 motorway. Nearest train station: Montenero-Petacciato on the Adriatic line.
When
September 20-21.
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Where does it take place — San Matteo Apostolo
Chiesa di San Matteo Apostolo e Piazza della Libertà
Piazza della Libertà, 86036 Montenero di Bisaccia