Patronal Feast of Saint Syrus
Edition 2026 Sacred music Heritage History

Patronal Feast of Saint Syrus

The feast of the patron saint of Borgo San Siro, in the Pavese tradition of December 9th

Borgo San Siro — Pavia (018)
Dates 09 Dec — 09 Dec 2026
Location Borgo San Siro (018)
Prices Free
Status —

About Feast of Saint Syrus

On December 9th, Borgo San Siro celebrates its patron saint, Saint Syrus of Pavia, in a festival rooted in the oldest religious tradition of the Pavese territory. As the first bishop of Pavia, Saint Syrus is venerated throughout the diocese and gives his name to the town in Lomellina. The patronal feast combines liturgical celebrations in the parish church with the sense of a community gathering around its patron saint, in a winter event that intertwines faith, identity, and local tradition.

Saint Syrus, Patron of Borgo San Siro

The Patronal Feast of Saint Syrus is the feast of the patron saint of Borgo San Siro, a municipality in the Province of Pavia in Lomellina. The patron saint, Saint Syrus of Pavia, is celebrated on December 9th, the day of his liturgical feast.

A Saint with Ancient Roots

Saint Syrus, according to tradition the first bishop of Pavia, is one of the most venerated figures in the Pavese diocese: his remains are preserved in the Cathedral of Pavia, and his memory is celebrated throughout the city and the surrounding territory. The connection with Borgo San Siro is such that it gives its name to the town, testifying to a devotion rooted over centuries.

The Community's Feast

The patronal feast combines liturgical celebrations in the parish church with the gathering of a community that comes together around its saint. The diocese of Pavia accompanies the solemnity of Saint Syrus each year with a rich program of celebrations in the Cathedral, while in the towns of the territory, like Borgo San Siro, the feast is celebrated on the saint's day, in a winter atmosphere preceding Christmas.

Feast of Saint Syrus — edition 2026

The 2026 Patronal Feast of Saint Syrus is celebrated on December 9th in Borgo San Siro, with liturgical celebrations in honor of the patron saint, Saint Syrus of Pavia. In 2026, the feast day falls on a Wednesday; the local festival typically takes place on the saint's day. The detailed program will be announced by the parish.

The 2026 Patronal Feast of Saint Syrus celebrates the patron saint of Borgo San Siro on December 9th, the day of the liturgical feast of Saint Syrus of Pavia.

The festival includes liturgical celebrations in the parish church, a moment when the community gathers around its patron saint. In 2026, December 9th falls on a Wednesday; the local celebration typically takes place on the saint's day. The detailed program will be announced by the parish.

Programme Feast of Saint Syrus 2026

The detailed 2026 program will be announced by the parish. The festival traditionally includes:

  • Liturgical celebrations in honor of Saint Syrus of Pavia in the parish church
  • Community events for the citizens on the patron saint's day

Highlights Feast of Saint Syrus 2026

Liturgical celebrations for the patron saint Saint Syrus of Pavia, the saint who gives his name to the town.

Prices Feast of Saint Syrus 2026

Celebrations with free admission.

Practical information — Feast of Saint Syrus

When

December 9th, Saint Syrus' Day. In 2026 it falls on a Wednesday; the local celebration typically takes place on the saint's day.

Where

Parish church and center of Borgo San Siro (PV), Lomellina.

Admission

Religious celebrations are free admission.

How to get there

Borgo San Siro is located in Lomellina, reachable by car via the provincial roads between Pavia and Vigevano.

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Where does it take place — Feast of Saint Syrus

Chiesa parrocchiale e centro del paese

Feast of Saint Syrus in brief

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