Festa Patronale di Sant'Antonio da Padova
The patron saint of ancient Maronea, between the Trigno valley and the Adriatic Sea
About Sant'Antonio da Padova
Sant'Antonio da Padova in Montefalcone nel Sannio
Montefalcone nel Sannio, the ancient Maronea, is a village in the province of Campobasso overlooking the Trigno valley with a view towards the Adriatic Sea. Its patron saint is Sant'Antonio da Padova, celebrated every year around June 13th.
A festival of popular devotion
The celebrations focus on the days around the anniversary, from June 11th to 13th, with a calendar of religious services: solemn masses, moments of prayer, and the procession with the statue of the Saint that winds through the streets of the historic center, accompanied by the faithful. The patronal festival is one of the main events of the year for the small Molise community and an occasion for reunion for emigrants returning to their hometown.
Sant'Antonio da Padova — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the patronal festival of Sant'Antonio da Padova in Montefalcone nel Sannio takes place from June 11 to 13, culminating on the feast day. The religious program includes solemn masses and the procession with the statue of the Saint along the village streets, amidst devotion and popular participation.
Programme Sant'Antonio da Padova 2026
June 11-12 — Vigil
- Eucharistic celebrations and prayer moments in preparation for the feast
June 13 — Sant'Antonio da Padova
- Solemn masses in honor of the patron saint
- Procession with the statue of Sant'Antonio through the streets of the historic center
The detailed civil program will be released by the Municipality in the weeks preceding the event.
Highlights Sant'Antonio da Padova 2026
The procession of the patron saint through the streets of ancient Maronea.
Prices Sant'Antonio da Padova 2026
Practical information — Sant'Antonio da Padova
How to get there
Montefalcone nel Sannio can be reached by car, driving up the Trigno valley from the Adriatic coast (exit Vasto Sud or Termoli from the A14 motorway). Nearest train stations: Termoli or Vasto-San Salvo.
When
Around June 13th, the feast day of Sant'Antonio da Padova.
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Centro storico di Montefalcone nel Sannio