Patronal Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross
The patron saint's feast of Buttapietra
About Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross
The patronal feast of Buttapietra
The Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross is the patronal feast of Buttapietra, a municipality in the Veronese plain south of Verona. The recurrence of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, celebrated on September 14th, is the religious heart of a feast that has brought the entire community together for generations.
Eight evenings of celebration
The event features eight evenings of live music, dancing, and gastronomy. The stands offer typical dishes of the Veronese tradition, while orchestras and musical groups accompany the dancing evenings, in a village festival atmosphere that blends devotion and entertainment.
Tradition and community
Organized by the parish together with the Pro Loco of Buttapietra, the patronal feast is one of the most cherished moments of the year for the town: an opportunity to come together, celebrate the patron saint, and keep the popular traditions of the area alive, with free admission.
Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross — edition 2026
The Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross will return to Buttapietra (VR) in September 2026, on the occasion of the patron saint's feast day celebrated on September 14th. The event, organized by the parish with the Pro Loco, traditionally offers eight evenings of live music, dancing, and typical Veronese gastronomy. The definitive dates and detailed evening program will be announced by the organizers in the weeks preceding the event.
Programme Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross 2026
The detailed evening program for the 2026 edition will be announced by the parish and the Pro Loco of Buttapietra. The established format includes eight evenings with live music and dancing, accompanied by food stands with local specialties, around the patronal recurrence of September 14th.
Prices Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross 2026
Practical information — Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross
How to get there
Buttapietra is reachable by car from Verona along the Statale 12, south of the ring road. The feast takes place in the town center.
Admission
Free admission. Food stands are paid.
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Where does it take place — Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross
Centro di Buttapietra
Centro di Buttapietra, 37060 Buttapietra