Luino in Festa — Festa Patronale dei SS. Pietro e Paolo
Rowing Palio and fireworks on Lake Maggiore
About Luino in Festa
The patron saints of Luino
Luino in Festa is the patronal festival dedicated to Saints Peter and Paul, patrons of Luino, a city overlooking Lake Maggiore in the province of Varese. The occasion, deeply rooted in the city's tradition, combines religious, popular, and spectacular elements, animating the lakefront on one of the most anticipated days of the Luino summer.
The Rowing Palio
Among the most characteristic events is the Rowing Palio, a boat competition where city teams challenge each other in heats and an evening final. The races begin in the late afternoon and culminate with the night-time final, under the eyes of the crowd gathered on the lakefront.
Faith, celebration, and fireworks
The day also includes High Mass and a procession dedicated to the patron saints, moments of music and DJ sets, and concludes with a grand fireworks display lasting about twenty minutes on the lake. A spectacular finale that draws residents and tourists, sealing Luino's community celebration between tradition, sport, and entertainment.
Luino in Festa — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of Luino in Festa is held on Saturday, June 27, for the patronal festival of Saints Peter and Paul. The day culminates on the lakefront with the Rowing Palio, religious celebrations, DJ sets, and the grand fireworks display on Lake Maggiore. In case of bad weather, all events are postponed to Sunday, June 28.
Programme Luino in Festa 2026
Program for Saturday, June 27, 2026
- 6:00 PM — Start of the Rowing Palio races (heats with three teams each)
- 9:00 PM — Final of the Rowing Palio (three boats)
- Holy Mass and procession dedicated to SS. Peter and Paul
- DJ set and entertainment
- Fireworks display of about 20 minutes on the lake (by Pozzi Franco Srl of Bergamo)
In case of bad weather, postponement to Sunday, June 28.
Highlights Luino in Festa 2026
Prices Luino in Festa 2026
Practical information — Luino in Festa
How to get there
Luino is reachable by train (Milan-Luino line) and by car, on the Lombard shore of Lake Maggiore. The festivities are concentrated on the lakefront and in the city center.
Admission
Free admission events. In case of bad weather, the events are postponed to the following Sunday.
Information
Municipality of Luino and Nuova Pro Loco Città di Luino.
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Where does it take place — Luino in Festa
Lungolago e centro di Luino
Lungolago di Luino, 21016 Luino