San Vito Festival of Ceranova

The patron saint's feast of Ceranova

The San Vito Festival is the most cherished feast in Ceranova, a town in the plain of the Province of Pavia, a short distance from the provincial capital. Dedicated to the patron saint Vito, celebrated along with Saints Modestus and Crescentia, it is a tradition that every year, around mid-June, brings the community together around its parish church and the streets of the center.

Faith and tradition

The religious part of the feast revolves around the parish of Saints Vito and Modestus and includes a solemn mass and a procession with the images of the patron saints carried through the town's streets. It is the most heartfelt moment for the community, which renews an ancient bond with its protectors, as also noted by the Diocese of Pavia, which recalls the event as the traditional San Vito Festival.

Stalls, charity raffle, and conviviality

Alongside the religious celebrations, the festival has its popular and convivial side, with food stalls, a charity raffle, and festive moments for all ages. The organization is managed by the APS Comitato San Vito Ceranova, which presents the event's program each year.

A town event

More than just an event, the San Vito Festival is an occasion for Ceranova to come together and express its identity. For visitors to this corner of Lombardy, it is an authentic way to discover the traditions of the lower Pavia region, amidst popular faith, gastronomy, and community life.