Patronal Feast of Saint George – Hône
The village of Hône celebrates its patron saint with mass, traditions, a race, street food, and a torchlight procession.
About Saint George Hône
The Patron Saint of Hône
The Patronal Feast of Saint George is the most cherished event in the calendar of Hône, a small municipality in the lower Aosta Valley overlooking the Dora Baltea river. Every year, on the occasion of the patron saint's day (Saint George is celebrated on April 23rd), the village organizes numerous events over several days, blending religious dimension, tradition, and popular celebration.
A Program for the Entire Community
The heart of the feast is the solemn mass dedicated to the patron saint, but the schedule is full of events: the "la hin-a dou patron" dinner, open to all in the pavilion in the public gardens; dancing evenings with live bands; the traditional "breaking of the pots" in Piazza La Croisettaz; and the "Corrida di Hône", a non-competitive fun run followed by an aperitif. There is also street food and, to close, a torchlight procession from Plan Priod with a bonfire and disco night.
2026 and the 80th Anniversary
The 2026 edition is particularly significant: the feast coincides with the 80th anniversary of the institutional reconstitution of the Municipality of Hône. For the occasion, dedicated ceremonies, a film about the administrative milestones of the town, and the historical exhibition "80 Years Ago: The Municipality of Hône is Reconstituted" are planned. It's a way to intertwine the patron saint's feast with the community's collective memory.
Hône, Between the Dora and Tradition
Located at the entrance to the Champorcher Valley, Hône (Aosta Valley) maintains a strong connection with its traditions, also evidenced by other events like the Festa della Micòoula. The Feast of Saint George represents its most important identity moment, capable of bringing together residents and visitors in a festive atmosphere.
Saint George Hône — edition 2026
The Patronal Feast of Saint George 2026 in Hône is enriched by a special anniversary: the 80th anniversary of the institutional reconstitution of the Municipality. From April 22nd to 29th, the village experiences intense days of religious celebrations, commemorative ceremonies, sporting events, and festive evenings, with the involvement of numerous local associations (Amis de la Micòoula, Coro La Manda, Filarmonica Alpina, Alpini, and others).
Programme Saint George Hône 2026
Thursday, April 23rd — Saint George and 80th Anniversary
- Mass for Saint George in the multi-purpose hall
- Ceremony for the 80th anniversary of the Municipality's reconstitution, with a film on the town's administrative milestones
- Preview of the historical exhibition "80 Years Ago: The Municipality of Hône is Reconstituted"
- "la hin-a dou patron" dinner, open to all, at the pavilion in the public gardens
Friday, April 24th
- Dancing evening with "I ragazzi del villaggio" (free admission), at the pavilion in the public gardens
Saturday, April 25th
- 8:30 AM — Procession for Liberation Day from Plan Priod
- 11:00 AM — Traditional "breaking of the pots" in Piazza La Croisettaz
- 4:00 PM — Inauguration of a pedestrian walkway, with schoolchildren and CEA youth
- 5:00 PM — "La Corrida di Hône" (non-competitive fun run), followed by an aperitif
- 6:00 PM–8:00 PM — Strava Challenge; 7:00 PM opening of street food
- 9:30 PM — Torchlight procession from Plan Priod and bonfire; followed by (from 10:30 PM) "Disco Night Music Party" with Alex Mensa & Doppio 18 (free admission)
The festival continues until April 29th with further events related to the anniversary. Times may be subject to change: consult the communications from the Municipality of Hône.
Highlights Saint George Hône 2026
Prices Saint George Hône 2026
Practical information — Saint George Hône
When
Around April 23rd (Saint George's Day), over several days. 2026 edition: from April 22nd to 29th, with the highlight between April 23rd and 25th.
Where
In the center of Hône: public gardens, Piazza La Croisettaz, Plan Priod (Aosta Valley).
How to get there
By car from the A5 motorway, exit Pont-Saint-Martin or Verrès, along the SS26 of the Aosta Valley.
Costs
Most events are free admission; some dinners and activities may have a fee.
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Where does it take place — Saint George Hône
Centro di Hône (giardini pubblici, Piazza La Croisettaz, Plan Priod)