Perdon dal Tor

A festival that spans generations

The Perdon dal Tor is the patronal festival of Santa Maria Assunta (Saint Mary of the Assumption), celebrated during Ferragosto (August 15th public holiday) in the village of Tor, in Torviscosa, province of Udine. It is a deeply rooted tradition in the community of the Bassa friulana region, organised by the Parish of Santa Maria Assunta with the patronage of the Municipality of Torviscosa. The name itself, in Friulian, refers to "perdono" (pardon), the ancient devotional festival linked to the Assumption feast day on August 15th, around which a grand village festival has developed over the centuries.

Between faith and popular celebration

The event intertwines the religious dimension with a convivial atmosphere. The devotional heart is the feast of the Assumption, while the popular aspect unfolds over several evenings: dancing evenings with orchestras, the charity raffle, the photographic exhibition dedicated to the village's history, and the "tombolina del Perdon" (Perdon tombola), an eagerly awaited moment with its substantial prize pool. It is a festival that thrives on participation, where multiple generations gather in the same place, evening after evening.

The flavours of Bassa friulana

The food stalls, open every evening, offer the great classics of Friulian cuisine: frico, polenta, tripe, goulash, grilled meats, and sausages, accompanied by local wines and beers. It is an opportunity to savour the peasant tradition of the Bassa in a warm and welcoming festive setting, managed with the care of parish volunteers.

Where and when

The festival takes place in Torviscosa, reachable from the Palmanova motorway exit (A4) and not far from Cervignano del Friuli and the Grado lagoon. The event is traditionally linked to the Ferragosto period, around August 15th.