Saint Martin's Fair and Festival
The patron saint's festival of Alzano Lombardo
About Saint Martin's Festival
Saint Martin, Patron Saint of Alzano
In Alzano Lombardo, in Val Seriana (province of Bergamo), November 11th is the day of Saint Martin the Bishop, the town's patron saint. Around this date, a festival unfolds, intertwining religious observance with the traditional fair and entertainment for all ages.
The Grand Fair
The commercial and popular heart of the festival is the fair along Via Mazzini and the town center, with approximately 170 exhibitors. Complementing the offerings are the vintage market in Piazzetta Monsignor Valoti, the charity raffle in Piazza Italia, and the funfair in the parking area of Piazza Papa Giovanni Paolo II.
Between Faith and Re-enactment
The festival maintains a strong connection to the figure of the saint: Eucharistic celebrations are held in the Basilica of Saint Martin, and a historical re-enactment of Saint Martin's life offers a evocative moment, recalling the famous episode of the cloak shared with the poor. The festival is enriched by concerts, civic awards, and cultural initiatives.
An Event for the Community
The Saint Martin's Fair and Festival combines tradition, culture, and entertainment for the entire community of Alzano Lombardo. For those visiting Val Seriana in autumn, it's the ideal opportunity to experience the atmosphere of an authentic patronal feast from the Bergamo region.
Saint Martin's Festival — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the patron saint Martin's festival takes place around November 11th, with the main days on the weekend and preparatory events in the preceding days.
The program will again feature the large fair along Via Mazzini with about 170 exhibitors, the vintage market in Piazzetta Monsignor Valoti, the charity raffle in Piazza Italia, the funfair, and the historical re-enactment of Saint Martin's life, along with Eucharistic celebrations in the Basilica. Detailed dates and times will be announced by the Municipality of Alzano Lombardo.
Programme Saint Martin's Festival 2026
Saint Martin's Festival 2026 (around November 11)
- Fair along Via Mazzini and in the town center, with about 170 exhibitors
- Vintage market in Piazzetta Monsignor Valoti
- Charity raffle in Piazza Italia
- Historical re-enactment of Saint Martin's life
- Funfair in the Piazza Papa Giovanni Paolo II area
- Eucharistic celebrations in the Basilica; "San Martino d'Oro" award ceremony and concert
The detailed program is published by the Municipality of Alzano Lombardo.
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Practical information — Saint Martin's Festival
How to get there
Alzano Lombardo can be reached from Bergamo along the Val Seriana, also by the Valli tram (line T1). The fair takes place along Via Mazzini and in the town center.
Dates and admission
The festival is held around November 11th. Free admission to the fair and events; food and funfair rides are at your own expense.
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Where does it take place — Saint Martin's Festival
Centro storico e Basilica di San Martino
Via Mazzini, 24022 Alzano Lombardo