Festival of Our Lady of Mount Carmel — Rigosa
The patronal summer festival in Rigosa di Algua
About Festival of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Patron Saint of Algua
In Rigosa, a hamlet of the Municipality of Algua in the Serina Valley, Bergamo province, the patron saint is Our Lady of Mount Carmel, celebrated according to tradition on the third Sunday of July. The festival originated from Marian devotion but has evolved over time to include all the elements of a traditional village festival.
Cuisine, Music, and Fireworks
The heart of the festival is the Rigosa sports field, where typical Bergamo cuisine is served under a marquee. For the little ones, there are free inflatable games, while the evening comes alive with dance music and concludes with a spectacular fireworks display.
A Mountain Community Festival
Organized by the Pro Loco Rigosa, the festival is the main summer event for this small hamlet in the Bergamo Orobie Alps. For those exploring the Serina Valley, it's an opportunity to discover the genuine hospitality of mountain villages and the traditional flavors of Bergamo.
Festival of Our Lady of Mount Carmel — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Festival of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Rigosa is expected on the usual date of the third Sunday of July, in honor of the patron saint of Algua.
The program will reprise the traditional format: typical Bergamo cuisine under the marquee at the sports field, free inflatable games for children, evening dance music, and the final fireworks display. The precise dates and detailed program will be announced by Pro Loco Rigosa.
Programme Festival of Our Lady of Mount Carmel 2026
The detailed program for the 2026 edition will be announced by Pro Loco Rigosa. The usual structure includes evening opening with Bergamo cuisine under the marquee, free inflatables for children, live music for dancing, and the final fireworks display.
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Practical information — Festival of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Getting Here
Rigosa is a hamlet of Algua, in the Serina Valley, reachable by car from Bergamo along the road to Serina and Val Brembana. The festival takes place at the hamlet's sports field.
Dates and Times
The festival is held on the third Sunday of July (with evening opening from 7:00 PM). Free entry; food and drinks are charged.
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Where does it take place — Festival of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Campo sportivo di Rigosa
Campo sportivo, Rigosa, 24010 Algua