Festival of Saint Maurice
The patron saint of Riva Ligure and the solemn Municipal Council
About Festival of Saint Maurice
Saint Maurice, patron saint of Riva Ligure
In Riva Ligure, a coastal town in the Riviera dei Fiori in the province of Imperia, the Festival of Saint Maurice celebrates the patron saint on September 22nd. The occasion combines religious and civic dimensions in a day that involves the entire community.
The solemn Municipal Council
A distinctive feature of the festival is the Solemn Extraordinary Municipal Council held in Piazza Matteotti: in this setting, the Riva Ligure Prize and recognitions are awarded to citizens, students, associations, and entities that have distinguished themselves for civic, sporting, and cultural merits. An institutional moment that makes Riva Ligure's patronal festival different from many others.
An authentic festival
The event is supported by the Liguria Region as part of the Authentic Events project, dedicated to promoting local traditions and celebrations. The Festival of Saint Maurice is an opportunity to discover the identity of a Riviera dei Fiori village that values civic participation.
Festival of Saint Maurice — edition 2026
For 2026, the Festival of Saint Maurice is expected on September 22nd, the patron saint's day of Riva Ligure. Alongside religious celebrations, the evening includes the Solemn Extraordinary Municipal Council in Piazza Matteotti, with the awarding of the Riva Ligure Prize and recognitions to citizens, students, and associations. The detailed program will be announced by the Municipality closer to the event.
Programme Festival of Saint Maurice 2026
September 22
- Religious celebrations in honor of Saint Maurice
- Solemn Extraordinary Municipal Council in Piazza Matteotti
- Awarding of the Riva Ligure Prize and civic, sporting, and cultural recognitions
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Practical information — Festival of Saint Maurice
How to get here
By train: Riva Ligure-Santo Stefano al Mare station on the Genoa-Ventimiglia line. By car: A10 motorway exit at Arma di Taggia or Sanremo, then take the Via Aurelia.
Admission
Celebrations and events are free admission.
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Where does it take place — Festival of Saint Maurice
Riva Ligure, Piazza Matteotti
Piazza Matteotti, 18015 Riva Ligure