Patronal Feast of Saint Ambrose
The patron saint's feast that Lonate shares with Milan
About Saint Ambrose in Lonate Pozzolo
The Patron Saint Shared with Milan
The feast of Saint Ambrose is the patronal feast of Lonate Pozzolo, a municipality in the province of Varese. The saint is not only the protector of the town: he is also the patron saint that Lonate shares with Milan, a city to which the territory is historically and culturally linked. The recurrence marks, in addition to the religious moment, the beginning of the Christmas season.
The Market and the Celebration in the Center
The heart of the feast is the traditional market that enlivens the square and the streets of the historic center, with stalls and the atmosphere of special occasions. Around the market, community initiatives unfold, including the distribution of typical dishes of Lonate cuisine and moments dedicated to local traditions.
A Community Recurrence
The feast of Saint Ambrose is a highly anticipated event for the inhabitants of Lonate Pozzolo and occurs every year. Promoted with the involvement of the Municipality, parish realities, and local associations, it represents one of the most identity-forming moments of the town's calendar, in the Varesotto and in Lombardy.
Saint Ambrose in Lonate Pozzolo — edition 2026
In 2026, the Patronal Feast of Saint Ambrose in Lonate Pozzolo returns in December, around the saint's feast day (December 7th) and the closest Sunday. As December 7th, 2026 falls on a Monday, the town square celebration will focus on the preceding Sunday, according to local tradition.
As every year, the day will feature the traditional market in the square and the streets of the historic center, with community initiatives and the distribution of typical Lonate cuisine dishes. The detailed program will be published by the Municipality and the parish in the weeks leading up to the event.
Programme Saint Ambrose in Lonate Pozzolo 2026
December 2026
The detailed program for the 2026 edition will be communicated by the Municipality of Lonate Pozzolo and the parish closer to the feast. Based on tradition, the day includes:
- The traditional market in the square and the streets of the historic center
- Religious celebrations in honor of Saint Ambrose
- Distribution of typical Lonate cuisine dishes and initiatives by local associations
Highlights Saint Ambrose in Lonate Pozzolo 2026
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Practical information — Saint Ambrose in Lonate Pozzolo
Where
The feast takes place in the historic center of Lonate Pozzolo (VA), with the market in the square and the streets of the town.
How to get there
Lonate Pozzolo is located in the province of Varese, near Milan Malpensa airport, reachable by car from the A8 motorway and from the Gallarate and Busto Arsizio routes.
When
The feast is celebrated in December, coinciding with the feast day of Saint Ambrose (December 7th) and the closest Sunday. For the detailed program, please refer to the channels of the Municipality and the parish.
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Where does it take place — Saint Ambrose in Lonate Pozzolo
Centro storico di Lonate Pozzolo
Centro storico, 21015 Lonate Pozzolo