Festa Patronale di San Nicolò

The Patronal Feast of San Nicolò 2026 takes place in Lecco around December 6th, the city's patron saint's day. As per consolidated tradition, the celebrations are spread over about a week, with the central moment being the Solemn Holy Mass in the Basilica of San Nicolò.

The calendar usually includes the ceremony for the conferment of civic merits with the awarding of the San Nicolò d'Oro, concerts by the Philharmonic and the Choral Academy, the lighting of the Christmas tree, and the inauguration of the Nativity Scene Exhibition. The precise program for the 2026 edition will be communicated by the Municipality of Lecco closer to the date.

The detailed program for the 2026 edition will be published by the Municipality of Lecco in the weeks preceding the feast. The traditional structure of the celebrations includes:

• Inauguration of the Nativity Scene Exhibition at Palazzo delle Paure and lighting of the Christmas tree in the square
• Ceremony for the conferment of civic merits with the awarding of the San Nicolò d'Oro
• Solemn Holy Mass in the Basilica of San Nicolò on December 6th
• Concerts by the Giuseppe Verdi Philharmonic and the Lecco Choral Academy

How to get there

The Basilica of San Nicolò is located in the historic centre of Lecco, a few minutes' walk from the train station. The city is reachable by train from Milan and Bergamo and by car from the SS36.

Celebrations

Masses and religious ceremonies take place in the Basilica; concerts and exhibitions are held in city venues (Palazzo delle Paure, Centro civico Pertini). Events are generally free admission.

Tip

Take the opportunity to visit the panoramic terrace of the Basilica's bell tower, when open, for a unique view of the lake and mountains.