Pirola Parola
The traditional Epiphany bonfire at Rocca dei Tempesta
About Pirola Parola
The Epiphany Bonfire in Noale
Pirola Parola is the traditional Epiphany bonfire in Noale, in the province of Venice. It is the local version of Panevin, the ancient propitiatory bonfire spread throughout the Veneto region, which in the hinterland of Venice is precisely called "Pirola Parola".
The Prognostication Rite
According to tradition, the forecast for the new year is drawn from the smoke and sparks of the large fire: the direction of the sparks indicates the trend of the harvests and the season. The pyre is lit in an atmosphere charged with magic by the Vate and the Marantega, symbolic figures of popular tradition.
A Festival for Everyone
The event opens with a procession from Piazza XX Settembre, enlivened by the districts' groups and the Befane, reaching the Rocca dei Tempesta. Here, after the bonfire is lit, a pyromusical show takes place. There is also a charity lottery and activities for children, making Pirola Parola one of the most cherished winter festivals in Noale.
Tradition and Community
Organized by Pro Loco of Noale, Pirola Parola is more than just a bonfire: it is a moment when the entire community gathers around the fire to welcome the new year, in the heart of a Veneto faithful to its peasant roots, just a few kilometers from Venice.
Pirola Parola — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of Pirola Parola took place on Sunday, January 4 (with reserve for January 6) in Noale (VE), held earlier than the traditional Epiphany date.
The program included a gathering at 3:30 PM in Piazza XX Settembre with the districts' groups, the Vate, the Marantega, and the Pavullese folklore group from Modena, followed by games with the Befane in Piazza Castello and the procession to the Rocca dei Tempesta. Here, the Vate and Marantega (played by Luca Varretto and Nadia Libralato) lit the bonfire with the forecast for the year. The event concluded with a pyromusical show from the Rocca. Organized by Pro Loco of Noale.
Programme Pirola Parola 2026
Pirola Parola 2026 — January 4
- 3:30 PM, Piazza XX Settembre — gathering with the districts' groups, Vate, Marantega, and the Pavullese folklore group (Modena).
- Following, Piazza Castello — games with the Befane.
- Procession to the Rocca dei Tempesta.
- Bonfire lighting by Vate and Marantega (Luca Varretto and Nadia Libralato) and forecast for the year.
- Closing — pyromusical show from the Rocca.
- Charity lottery.
Highlights Pirola Parola 2026
The lighting of the bonfire by the Vate and Marantega and the pyromusical show from the Rocca dei Tempesta.
Prices Pirola Parola 2026
Practical information — Pirola Parola
Where
Procession from Piazza XX Settembre to Rocca dei Tempesta, Noale (VE).
When
Around Epiphany, in January, in the afternoon/evening.
How to get there
By car: from SR515 or A4 motorway. By train: Noale-Scorzè station on the Venice-Bassano line.
Admission
Free admission. Charity lottery to support activities.
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Where does it take place — Pirola Parola
Rocca dei Tempesta e Piazza XX Settembre