Patron Saint Festival of San Pantaleone
Courmayeur's summer patron saint
About San Pantaleone
The summer patron saint of Mont Blanc
The Patron Saint Festival of San Pantaleone is the celebration that animates the centre of Courmayeur (Province of Aosta) every July 27th in honour of the town's summer patron saint. On one of the highlight days of the Aosta Valley summer, the village streets fill with music, the aromas of typical cuisine, and a festive atmosphere.
Between faith and folklore
The religious heart of the day is the mass in the Church of San Pantaleone, preceded by the evocative parade of the Courmayeur-La Salle musical band in Piazza Brocherel. Tradition is also expressed through local folk groups, such as the Piccoli Badochys and Les Badochys, who liven up the festival with their costumes and dances.
Gastronomy and music
In the evening, the town streets transform into a large open-air restaurant: the traditional dinner is served along the village roads, with Aosta Valley cuisine dishes available for purchase at local bakeries, butcher shops, and stores. Afterwards, live music at the Jardin de l'Ange and DJ sets in the bars continue late into the night.
A community festival
San Pantaleone is much more than a religious observance: it is the moment when Courmayeur celebrates its identity, bringing together residents and visitors in a day that blends the sacred, gastronomy, and entertainment. Organised with the support of the Municipality of Courmayeur, it is one of the most cherished festivals of the Aosta Valley summer.
San Pantaleone — edition 2026
The Patron Saint Festival of San Pantaleone 2026 celebrates Courmayeur's summer patron saint on July 27th. The day follows the traditional structure: craft demonstrations, parade of the Courmayeur-La Salle band, mass in the Church of San Pantaleone, traditional dinner served along the town centre streets, and live music in the evening, with the folk groups Les Badochys providing the backdrop. The final timetable is published by the Municipality of Courmayeur.
Programme San Pantaleone 2026
July 27 — Courmayeur Centre
Based on recent editions, the San Pantaleone day unfolds as follows:
- 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM — Craft demonstrations at Jardin de l'Ange
- 5:30 PM — Parade of the Courmayeur-La Salle musical band in Piazza Brocherel
- 6:00 PM — Mass in the Church of San Pantaleone
- 7:30 PM — Traditional dinner service begins in the town centre streets
- 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM — Live music at Jardin de l'Ange
- From 10:00 PM — After-party and DJ sets in the town's bars
The folk groups Piccoli Badochys and Les Badochys liven up the festival. Final programme and times available at comune.courmayeur.ao.it.
Highlights San Pantaleone 2026
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Practical information — San Pantaleone
Getting there
Courmayeur is reachable by car via the A5 motorway, Courmayeur exit. The historic centre, where the festival takes place, is largely pedestrianised.
Admission and dinner
Access to the festival is free. The traditional dinner costs approximately 25 euros per dish, available for purchase at the numerous establishments in the centre.
Period
Festival on July 27th, in the heart of summer. Light clothing is recommended, with a warm layer for the evening at altitude.
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Where does it take place — San Pantaleone
Centro di Courmayeur, Chiesa di San Pantaleone
Piazza Brocherel, 11013 Courmayeur