There's a Party in the Oratory

A Century of the Oratory in Ranica

C'è Festa in Oratorio is the festival that, every spring, fills the courtyard of the San Filippo Neri Oratory in Ranica, a municipality in the Province of Bergamo in Val Seriana. In 2026, the event celebrates an important milestone: the centenary of the oratory (1926-2026), one hundred years of educational, sporting, and community activities serving the town.

Food, Pizzeria, and Tables for Everyone

The heart of the festival is conviviality at the table. Every evening begins with an aperitif at 7:00 PM, followed by the opening of the kitchen and pizzeria at 7:30 PM: traditional dishes from Bergamo and pizza cooked on-site, in a family atmosphere that attracts families, young people, and grandparents. On the weekends dedicated to the anniversary, there are centenary lunches, by reservation, a gathering moment for former youth leaders, volunteers, and parishioners.

Live Music and Fun

Evenings are accompanied by live music from bands like the Gianni Band, the Jam Band, and the Sweet Voice Band, as well as karaoke nights, amateur talent shows ("dilettanti allo sbaraglio"), and dancing, such as the country night with the Monster Country Group. For the little ones, from 8:00 PM, bouncy castles and a safe play area are set up.

A Festival That Tells the Community's Story

More than just a festival, C'è Festa in Oratorio is a collective ritual that marks the beginning of summer in Ranica. The centenary edition adds the value of memory to the celebration: one hundred years of a place that has nurtured entire generations and continues to be the educational and social hub of the town.