Santa Maria Maddalena Patronal Feast
The village festival honoring the patron saint, featuring a procession, gourmet evenings, and dancing in the heart of Foglizzo
About Maddalena Feast in Foglizzo
The Patronal Feast of Foglizzo
The Santa Maria Maddalena Patronal Feast is the most anticipated summer event in Foglizzo, a small town in the Canavese area of the province of Turin, in the heart of Piedmont. The saint, whose liturgical feast day falls on July 22nd, is the patron of the village. The majestic late-Baroque parish church is dedicated to her; built between 1741 and 1746 based on a design by Bernardo Vittone, its bell tower stands over 55 meters tall. For generations, the village festival that unites the entire community has revolved around this figure.
Between faith and popular tradition
As in many Piedmontese villages, the Foglizzo patronal feast combines two spirits. There is the religious dimension, with a solemn mass in honor of the patron saint and the traditional procession that winds through the historic center. Then there is the popular and social dimension, which brings the village to life for three days with music, dancing, and great food.
What to expect during the festival
The program, curated by Pro Loco Foglizzo APS with the patronage of the Municipality of Foglizzo, offers several beloved recurring highlights each year:
- Gourmet evenings at the Salone del Castello, featuring menus dedicated to local flavors and traditional Piedmontese and Canavese cuisine;
- Dance evenings and live music at the Polifunzionale, with orchestras and bands keeping everyone dancing until late;
- Funfair with rides and attractions for children and teenagers;
- Procession and religious celebrations in honor of Santa Maria Maddalena;
- Various entertainment and activities for all ages.
A landmark event for the Canavese
More than just an event, the Maddalena Feast is how Foglizzo tells its story and welcomes outsiders. It is one of those village festivals that preserves the identity of the Canavese territory: sharing food, music in the squares, devotion, and the pleasure of being together. Admission is free, and the atmosphere is that of the authentic, familiar charm of Piedmontese villages.
Maddalena Feast in Foglizzo — edition 2026
Festa della Maddalena 2026 a Foglizzo
La festa patronale 2026 di Foglizzo (TO) si svolge da venerdì 24 a domenica 26 luglio 2026, con apertura ufficiale alle ore 19:30 del 24 luglio. Come da tradizione, la Pro Loco Foglizzo APS, con il patrocinio del Comune di Foglizzo, propone tre giornate dedicate a Santa Maria Maddalena, patrona del paese, tra momenti religiosi e festeggiamenti popolari. L'ingresso alla festa è gratuito.
Programme Maddalena Feast in Foglizzo 2026
Il programma dettagliato dell'edizione 2026 sarà pubblicato dalla Pro Loco Foglizzo nelle settimane precedenti l'evento. Sulla base delle edizioni passate, la festa si articola tradizionalmente su tre serate (con inizio intorno alle 19:30):
- Serate gastronomiche al Salone del Castello, con menù dedicati ai sapori del territorio;
- Serate danzanti e musica dal vivo al Polifunzionale;
- Luna park con giostre e attrazioni;
- Messa solenne e processione in onore di Santa Maria Maddalena.
Per il calendario aggiornato e i menù delle serate si rimanda al sito della Pro Loco Foglizzo (www.prolocofoglizzo.it) e alla pagina eventi del Comune di Foglizzo.
Highlights Maddalena Feast in Foglizzo 2026
- Processione e messa solenne in onore della patrona Santa Maria Maddalena
- Serate gastronomiche al Salone del Castello
- Balli e musica dal vivo al Polifunzionale
- Luna park per bambini e ragazzi
Prices Maddalena Feast in Foglizzo 2026
Practical information — Maddalena Feast in Foglizzo
Location
Foglizzo (TO), Canavese. The evening events take place primarily between the Salone del Castello and the Polifunzionale area, located near Via Castello 6, 10090 Foglizzo.
How to get there
By car: Foglizzo is easily reached via the A4/A5 motorway towards Canavese, just a few kilometers from Caluso and Chivasso. By train: the nearest railway station is Chivasso, followed by a bus or car transfer to Foglizzo.
Admission
Admission to the festival is free. Gourmet dinners are paid events based on the menus proposed by the Pro Loco.
Contacts
Pro Loco Foglizzo APS — email: [email protected] — website: www.prolocofoglizzo.it
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Where does it take place — Maddalena Feast in Foglizzo
Salone del Castello e Polifunzionale
Via Castello 6, 10090 Foglizzo