Patronal Feast of Saints Peter and Paul

The Patron Saints of Opera

Saints Peter and Paul are the patron saints of Opera, a Municipality in the Metropolitan City of Milan, located south of the Lombard capital. Their feast day, traditionally celebrated on June 29th, is the occasion for the town's patronal feast, organized by the Municipality of Opera and experienced as one of the most cherished events of the local summer.

A Day of Celebration for the Whole Community

The feast is concentrated on a single day at the end of June, transforming the area around the municipal headquarters on Via Dante Alighieri into a lively space from morning till evening. The program blends the popular dimension of the market fair with convivial gatherings and entertainment, in a balance typical of the patronal feasts of the Bassa Milanese region.

Fair, Games, and Risotto Feast

Throughout the day, the streets host a market fair with stalls from local hobbyists, artists, and associations, accompanied by rides and games for the little ones and a second-hand and reuse market. The central moment is the risotto feast, a communal lunch open to all, recalling the Lombard gastronomic tradition of risotto.

Music Takes Center Stage

Musical entertainment accompanies the entire day: from tributes to famous bands – like the one dedicated to ABBA – to performances by young talents such as Simone Grande, winner of a season of The Voice Kids, and the traditional band concert. It's a celebration that combines devotion to the patron saints with the joy of togetherness, confirming Opera's role as a vibrant community in the Milan metropolitan area.