Patronal Feast of Saint Lawrence
The village of Valle Intelvi celebrates its patron saint
About Feast of Saint Lawrence
Saint Lawrence, Patron Saint of Laino
In Laino, in the Province of Como, nestled in the Valle Intelvi between Lake Como and Lake Lugano, the patronal feast is dedicated to Saint Lawrence, celebrated on August 10th. The occasion coincides with the famous night of shooting stars, giving the feast a special charm and an appeal that extends beyond the village borders.
Faith and Tradition
The religious heart of the feast is the solemn mass in honor of Saint Lawrence, followed by the procession through the village streets, a moment of great participation for the community. Devotion to the saint has been passed down for generations and marks one of the most cherished events of the Laino summer.
Gastronomy and Conviviality
Alongside the religious moments, the feast offers food stalls with Lombard and mountain traditional specialties, live musical entertainment, and recreational activities for families and children. It is the convivial dimension of the village that expresses itself best, with shared tables, music, and the evening atmosphere of a mountain town.
A Jewel of Valle Intelvi
Valle Intelvi is a land of ancient art masters – the famous "magistri intelvesi" – and picturesque alpine landscapes, in the Lombardy Region. The Patronal Feast of Saint Lawrence is the ideal opportunity to discover Laino and its territory on a warm August night, amidst spirituality, flavors, and tradition.
Feast of Saint Lawrence — edition 2026
On August 10, 2026, the village of Laino, in Valle Intelvi, celebrates its patron saint, Saint Lawrence. The day opens with a solemn mass in honor of the saint, followed by a procession through the village streets, a moment of strong community participation.
Alongside the religious moments, the feast offers food stalls with Lombard and mountain traditional specialties, live musical entertainment, and recreational activities for families and children, on a warm August night that coincides with the night of the shooting stars.
Programme Feast of Saint Lawrence 2026
Monday, August 10, 2026 — Laino, Valle Intelvi
- Solemn mass in honor of Saint Lawrence
- Procession through the village streets
- Food stalls with traditional Lombard and mountain specialties
- Live musical entertainment
- Recreational activities for families and children
The program may be subject to change: it is advisable to check the official channels.
Highlights Feast of Saint Lawrence 2026
The solemn mass and procession for Saint Lawrence on the night of the shooting stars, with food stalls and live music.
Prices Feast of Saint Lawrence 2026
Practical information — Feast of Saint Lawrence
How to get there
Laino is located in Valle Intelvi, in the Province of Como, between Lake Como and Lake Lugano. By car, it can be reached from the Valle Intelvi road that climbs from Argegno (on Lake Como). The celebrations take place in the historic center and the parish area.
Times and admission
The feast takes place on August 10th, with religious services and convivial moments. Admission is free. The program may be subject to change: it is advisable to check the official parish channels.
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Where does it take place — Feast of Saint Lawrence
Centro storico di Laino