Patronal Feast of Saint John the Baptist
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Patronal Feast of Saint John the Baptist

21 Jun 2025 — 24 Jun 2025
Monterosso al Mare — La Spezia (011)

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Edition 2025 — Saint John in Monterosso

In June 2025, Monterosso al Mare celebrated its patron saint John the Baptist with a three-day preparation, the Saint John's Bonfire on the beach on the eve, a procession with the La Monterossina Band, candles on the sea, and a fireworks display from the Fishermen's Pier.

In 2025, Monterosso al Mare once again celebrated its most important festival, dedicated to the patron saint Saint John the Baptist on June 24th. After the three-day preparation, the eve lit the traditional Saint John's Bonfire on the beach, linked to the summer solstice fires.

On the feast day, the procession with the La Monterossina Band paraded through the village, followed in the evening by the evocative candles on the sea and the fireworks display launched from the Fishermen's Pier, which illuminated the gulf of the Cinque Terre, concluding one of the most enchanting patronal feasts on the Riviera di Levante.

Programme

June 21-23, 2025

  • Three-day preparation with prayer and evening mass; eve of the 23rd with concert and Saint John's Bonfire on the beach

June 24, 2025

  • Solemn mass; children's games in Piazza Belvedere; procession with the La Monterossina Band; candles on the sea and fireworks display from the Fishermen's Pier

Highlights

The beach bonfire, the procession, and the fireworks over the sea.

Prices

Free admission.

Where does it take place — Saint John in Monterosso

Monterosso al Mare (Cinque Terre)

Centro storico, 19016 Monterosso al Mare

Saint John in Monterosso in brief

Sacred music Pyrotechnic show Sea Heritage Folk traditions Folklore Outdoor La Spezia

History of Saint John in Monterosso

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