Festival of Saint Anthony Abbot
The bonfires of January 17th in the heart of the Molise winter
About Saint Anthony Abbot
The Fires of Saint Anthony
The Festival of Saint Anthony Abbot is celebrated in San Giuliano di Puglia, in the province of Campobasso, on January 17th, the day dedicated to the hermit saint protector of animals and fire. At the heart of the festival are the bonfires, a deeply felt tradition that recalls ancient beliefs, predating Christianity, linked to fire as a purifying and propitiatory element.
A Deep-Rooted Tradition
The fires of Saint Anthony, lit in the Molise village, mark a moment of strong community gathering in the heart of winter. The custom is deeply embedded in the cultural fabric of the town and is included in the institutional event calendar of the Municipality, testifying to its identity value.
The Commitment of the Pro Loco
The organization of the bonfires is handled by the Pro Loco of San Giuliano di Puglia, which renews this popular event every year. The villagers gather around the flames for an evening that combines devotion, tradition, and conviviality, respecting a rite passed down through generations.
Saint Anthony Abbot — edition 2026
In 2026, the Festival of Saint Anthony Abbot was celebrated in San Giuliano di Puglia on January 17th, as per tradition. The bonfires organized by the Pro Loco illuminated the historic center of the Molise village in the province of Campobasso, gathering the community around the fire in the heart of winter.
The event, included in the Municipality's institutional event calendar, confirmed the identity value of a rite rooted in pre-ancient beliefs related to purifying fire.
Programme Saint Anthony Abbot 2026
The festival includes the lighting of the Saint Anthony Abbot bonfires in the historic center on the evening of January 17th, with moments of conviviality around the flames, according to the tradition curated by the Pro Loco. Any program details released by the Pro Loco and the Municipality.
Highlights Saint Anthony Abbot 2026
The Saint Anthony Abbot bonfires lit in the historic center.
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How to get there
San Giuliano di Puglia is located in lower Molise, in the province of Campobasso, bordering Puglia. It is reachable by car. The bonfires are lit in the historic center of the village.
Tips
Free admission. As this is a winter festival, warm clothing is recommended. Maintain a safe distance from the bonfires and follow the organizers' instructions.
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Where does it take place — Saint Anthony Abbot
Centro storico
Centro storico, 86040 San Giuliano di Puglia