Patronal Feast of Saint James in Villa Carcina
The patronal feast of Carcina, in Val Trompia
About Feast of Saint James
Saint James, Patron Saint of Carcina
The Patronal Feast of Saint James celebrates Saint James the Greater, the patron saint of the hamlet of Carcina, in Villa Carcina, Val Trompia (province of Brescia). The feast day falls on July 25th and extends to the last Sunday of the month, blending religious observance with village festivities.
Between Faith and Popular Tradition
The central event is the solemn mass in honor of the patron saint. Around this celebration, Piazza Alfieri becomes the heart of the festivities: a barbecue with folk music, fireworks, a tamburello match played in memory of Ardingo Garetto, bocce tournaments, and games for children. It is the typical summer feast of Val Trompia, where sporting and convivial traditions intertwine with devotion.
A Community Celebration
Organized by the parish of Saint James with the support of the Municipality of Villa Carcina, the patronal feast is a deeply rooted event in the summer calendar of Val Trompia. It represents an opportunity for the community of Carcina to come together around their patron saint and the customs passed down through generations.
Feast of Saint James — edition 2026
In 2026, the Feast of Saint James in Carcina falls on Saturday, July 25th, with festivities extending to the last Sunday of the month. The community gathers for the solemn mass in honor of the patron saint and for popular events in Piazza Alfieri. The detailed program, including times and evening events, will be published by the parish and the Municipality of Villa Carcina closer to the feast.
Programme Feast of Saint James 2026
Detailed program to be published. According to tradition, the patronal feast of Saint James in Carcina includes:
- Solemn mass in honor of Saint James the Greater.
- Barbecue in Piazza Alfieri with folk music.
- Fireworks.
- Tamburello match in memory of Ardingo Garetto.
- Bocce tournaments and games for children.
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Practical information — Feast of Saint James
How to get there
Villa Carcina is located in Val Trompia, about 15 km north of Brescia, along the SP345. The hamlet of Carcina and Piazza Alfieri are in the heart of the town.
When
Patronal feast on July 25th and the last Sunday of July.
Info
For mass times and program details, contact the parish of Saint James (tel. 030 881044) or the Municipality of Villa Carcina.
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Where does it take place — Feast of Saint James
Piazza Alfieri
Piazza Alfieri, frazione Carcina, 25069 Villa Carcina