Patronal Feast of Saint Pancras
Edition 2026 Brass band Heritage Folk traditions

Patronal Feast of Saint Pancras

The patron saint's feast day in Bovisio-Masciago, the last Sunday of September

Bovisio-Masciago — Monza e della Brianza (108)
Dates 27 Sep — 27 Sep 2026
Location Bovisio-Masciago (108)
Prices Free
Status —

About Feast of Saint Pancras

In Bovisio-Masciago, in the province of Monza and Brianza, the patronal feast of Saint Pancras traditionally falls on the last Sunday of September. The heart of the day is the solemn mass in honor of the saint, followed by a procession with the statue through the town's streets, accompanied by the band and the participation of local associations. An event that binds the religious and civil community of the Brianza town.

The Patron Saint of Bovisio-Masciago

Bovisio-Masciago, a municipality in the province of Monza and Brianza, was formed by the union of two ancient nuclei, each with its own parish: Saint Martin of Tours in Bovisio and Saint Pancras the Martyr in Masciago. The patronal feast of Saint Pancras is one of the most cherished events in the town and traditionally takes place on the last Sunday of September.

Solemn Mass and Procession

The central moment of the feast is the solemn mass in honor of Saint Pancras. This is followed by a procession with the saint's statue along the main streets, accompanied by the musical band and the participation of parish groups, associations, and civil authorities.

A Community Feast

Alongside the religious celebrations, the patronal feast is also an occasion for the community of Bovisio-Masciago to gather. For the detailed program, please refer to the Parish of Saint Pancras and the Municipality, who publish the events closer to the date.

Feast of Saint Pancras — edition 2026

The patronal feast of Saint Pancras in Bovisio-Masciago will be celebrated on the last Sunday of September 2026, with a solemn mass in honor of the saint and a procession with the statue through the town's streets, accompanied by the band. The detailed program will be published by the parish and the Municipality closer to the event.

In 2026, Bovisio-Masciago (MB) will also celebrate its patron saint, Saint Pancras, on the last Sunday of September. The day revolves around the solemn mass and the procession with the saint's statue along the main streets, with the musical band and the participation of parish groups and associations. The complete schedule of celebrations will be announced by the Parish of Saint Pancras and the Municipality closer to the feast.

Programme Feast of Saint Pancras 2026

The detailed program for the 2026 celebrations will be published by the Parish of Saint Pancras and the Municipality of Bovisio-Masciago closer to the feast.

The usual structure of the patronal feast includes:

  • Solemn Mass in honor of Saint Pancras, the town's patron saint
  • Procession with the saint's statue along the main streets, accompanied by the musical band
  • Participation of parish groups, associations, and civil authorities

Highlights Feast of Saint Pancras 2026

The solemn mass and the procession with the statue of Saint Pancras through the town's streets.

Prices Feast of Saint Pancras 2026

Religious celebrations with free admission.

Practical information — Feast of Saint Pancras

Where

Church of Saint Pancras the Martyr and streets of the center of Bovisio-Masciago (MB).

When

Traditionally the last Sunday of September.

How to get there

Bovisio-Masciago is located in western Brianza, in the province of Monza and Brianza. It is served by the Milan-Asso railway line (Bovisio-Masciago station) and can be reached by car from the Milano-Meda (SS35) and the SP44.

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Where does it take place — Feast of Saint Pancras

Chiesa di San Pancrazio Martire e centro di Bovisio-Masciago

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Feast of Saint Pancras in brief

Brass band Heritage Folk traditions Folklore Outdoor Monza e della Brianza