The Burning of the Old Woman
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The Burning of the Old Woman

13 Mar 2025
Borgo San Giacomo — Brescia (017)

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Edition 2025 — Burning of the Old Woman

The 2025 edition of the Rogo della Vecchia revived the ancient popular rite of the Bassa bresciana in Borgo San Giacomo, featuring a procession through the village streets accompanied by the band and the bonfire of the "old woman" effigy, in an evening of strong identity and community value.

The 2025 Rogo della Vecchia edition confirmed the tradition of the ancient spring rite of the Bassa bresciana in Borgo San Giacomo.

After the symbolic "trial", the "old woman" effigy was set ablaze in a large bonfire, preceded by a procession through the village streets accompanied by band music. A festival that, thanks to the community's and the oratory's efforts, continues to pass down the folklore and peasant culture of the region to new generations.

Where does it take place — Burning of the Old Woman

Oratorio San Domenico Savio

Oratorio San Domenico Savio, Via Ferrari 8b, 25022 Borgo San Giacomo

Contact Burning of the Old Woman

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Burning of the Old Woman in brief

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