Patronal Feast of Saints Philip and James
The feast of the patrons of Corte de' Cortesi, in the Cremona countryside
About Patronal Feast SS. Philip & James
The patrons of Corte de' Cortesi
Corte de' Cortesi with Cignone is a municipality in the province of Cremona, in the Po Valley landscape of farmhouses, fields, and ancient rural courtyards. Its patrons are Saints Philip and James the Apostles, to whom the town's parish church is dedicated. The patronal feast in their honour is the central event of the local religious and community calendar.
The beginning of May
The feast of Saints Philip and James is celebrated at the beginning of May, corresponding to their liturgical feast day (May 3rd). It is a time of year that, with the awakening of spring in the Cremona countryside, provides the ideal backdrop for the town's celebration, with religious ceremonies and social gatherings.
Solemn Mass and Procession
The heart of the feast consists of the liturgical moments: the solemn mass and the procession, accompanied by the participation of the faithful. The parish of SS. Philip and James the Apostles organises the celebrations, around which the typical social gatherings of the patronal feasts of the Lombard plain unfold.
A Cremona Tradition
The Patronal Feast of Saints Philip and James is an example of the rich tradition of patronal feasts in the province of Cremona, where devotion to the patron saints intertwines with the identity of the village. For Corte de' Cortesi with Cignone, it is the event that brings the community together each spring around its church and its roots.
Patronal Feast SS. Philip & James — edition 2026
In 2026, the patronal feast of Corte de' Cortesi con Cignone, dedicated to Saints Philip and James the Apostles, returns to be celebrated at the beginning of May, around the liturgical feast day of May 3rd. The religious program includes a solemn mass and a procession.
The detailed schedule will be defined by the parish in the weeks preceding the feast.
Programme Patronal Feast SS. Philip & James 2026
The detailed program for the 2026 edition will be defined by the parish. The usual structure of the patronal feast includes:
- Solemn mass in the parish church of SS. Philip and James
- Procession in honour of the patron saints
- Community gathering moments
Highlights Patronal Feast SS. Philip & James 2026
The solemn mass and procession in honour of Saints Philip and James; the community celebration of the Cremona village.
Prices Patronal Feast SS. Philip & James 2026
Practical information — Patronal Feast SS. Philip & James
Where
Parish of SS. Philip and James the Apostles and streets of the centre of Corte de' Cortesi con Cignone (CR).
When
At the beginning of May (liturgical feast day of the saints: May 3rd).
Admission
Free for religious celebrations and procession.
Information
Parish of SS. Philip and James the Apostles, Corte de' Cortesi.
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Where does it take place — Patronal Feast SS. Philip & James
Parrocchia SS. Filippo e Giacomo Apostoli
Piazza della Chiesa, 26020 Corte de' Cortesi con Cignone