LozzoloArt — Saint George's Feast
Two days of widespread art, local flavors, and tradition in the heart of Valsesia
About LozzoloArt
A patronal feast that becomes widespread art
LozzoloArt is the event that accompanies the Saint George's patronal feast in Lozzolo, a town of just over seven hundred inhabitants nestled in the Valsesia hills, in the province of Vercelli (Piedmont). For two days, the village turns into an open-air trail: the historic center and the Castle become the setting for an event that combines contemporary art, popular tradition, gastronomy, and social life.
Twelve courtyards to discover
The heart of the festival is its itinerant program across twelve courtyards opened for the occasion: the Cortile delle Tre Sorelle, the Giardino Rotamico, the Cortile Visconteo, Casa Ersilia, the Cortile Sella, the Cortile Franchino, the Castle Stables, and the spaces of the Town Hall and School. Within the stone walls and arcades of the village, the works of over thirty-five artists and the stalls of more than sixty hobbyists find their place in a widespread market that invites visitors to stroll leisurely from one courtyard to the next.
Flavors of Valsesia and beyond
The food and wine section is one of the festival's main attractions. Along the streets, you can taste local specialties and dishes from all over Italy: tapulun with polenta, miacce, gnocco fritto, arrosticini, Piedmontese sandwiches, risottos, paella, Sardinian flavors, penne with wild boar ragù, gelato, and craft beer. A culinary journey that naturally accompanies the visit to the courtyards and exhibitions.
Saint George, associations, and the community
LozzoloArt was born from the patron saint's feast and keeps this bond alive: on Sunday, coinciding with Liberation Day, the Santa Cecilia Band of Gattinara, local authorities, and the conscripts parade, paying homage to the war memorials and blessing the traditional fagiolata (bean stew) and pan metà bread. The event is made possible by the Comitato Loxolensis and the municipal administration, with the patronage of the Municipality of Lozzolo and the Province of Vercelli, and the hard work of about twenty volunteer associations.
For families and children
There is no shortage of activities for children, with ten thematic workshops dedicated to small vegetable gardens, traditional games, the world of bees, mycology, board games, and falconry, as well as cycling activities and awareness-raising moments. A festival designed for all ages, capable of restoring the village and its Castle to their role as a living cultural space, rather than just a simple backdrop.
LozzoloArt — edition 2026
Saturday, April 25
The first day was dedicated to wellness, sports, and gastronomy, with the opening of the courtyard trail and the first stalls of hobbyists and artists along the village streets.
Sunday, April 26
- Morning — celebration of Liberation Day with the Santa Cecilia Band of Gattinara, authorities, the parish priest, and conscripts, homage to the war memorials, and blessing of the fagiolata and pan metà.
- Widespread art in the twelve courtyards, exhibitions, market, and ten workshops for children.
- Inauguration in Piazza Robatti of the chalice-fountain by Ruben Bertoldo.
- At the Castle of Lozzolo, presentation of the book by poet Roberto Tira, blending history, poetry, and gastronomy.
The post-event report confirmed a highly successful edition, with a large audience and a festive atmosphere that highlighted the Castle as a living cultural venue.
Programme LozzoloArt 2026
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Opening day dedicated to wellness, sports, and gastronomy, with the start of the itinerant trail through the twelve courtyards of the historic center.
- Opening of the courtyards: Cortile delle Tre Sorelle, Giardino Rotamico, Town Hall, School, Cortile Visconteo, Casa Ersilia, via Berteletti, Piazza Latteria Sociale, Cortile Sella, Cortile Franchino, Castle Stables, Castle.
- Stalls of over 60 hobbyists and works by 35 artists, including Antonio Toma, Piero Motta, and Ruben Bertoldo.
- Street food and gastronomy: tapulun with polenta, miacce, gnocco fritto, arrosticini, Piedmontese sandwiches, risottos, paella, Sardinian flavors, penne with wild boar ragù, gelato, and craft beer.
Sunday, April 26, 2026
- Morning — Liberation Day: procession with the Santa Cecilia Band of Gattinara, authorities, parish priest, and conscripts, homage to the war memorials, blessing of the fagiolata and pan metà.
- Widespread art, exhibitions, and market in the twelve courtyards.
- 10 workshops for children: small vegetable garden, traditional games, world of bees, mycology, board games, falconry, cycling activities, and more.
- Inauguration of the chalice-fountain by Ruben Bertoldo in Piazza Robatti.
- At the Castle of Lozzolo: presentation of the book by poet Roberto Tira.
Musical entertainment along the streets and participation of about twenty volunteer associations (including Amici del Libro, Cometa, Italian Red Cross).
Highlights LozzoloArt 2026
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Practical information — LozzoloArt
How to get there
Lozzolo is located in the province of Vercelli, at the foot of the Valsesia. By car, it can be reached from the A26 motorway (exit Romagnano Sesia-Ghemme or Gattinara), then continue towards the Gattinara hills. The most convenient train station is Gattinara, on the Novara-Varallo line, from which Lozzolo is just a few kilometers away.
When
The event takes place on the weekend at the end of April, coinciding with the Saint George's patronal feast.
Admission
Access to the courtyard trail and the initiatives is free. For updated details on times and the program, it is recommended to check the social media channels of the Municipality of Lozzolo.
Tips
Wear comfortable shoes for walking through the courtyards of the historic center and allow enough time to stop and taste the specialties along the streets.
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Where does it take place — LozzoloArt
Centro storico e Castello di Lozzolo