Festa di San Martino in Lerino

November 8, 2026 · Lerino, Torri di Quartesolo (VI)

Experience the Festa di San Martino in Lerino, a charming village in Torri di Quartesolo. The day begins with a solemn mass at 10:00 AM, followed by a captivating Medieval Village opening at 2:00 PM. Immerse yourself in history with a historical encampment, engaging workshops, thrilling falconry displays, and lively jesters. At 3:00 PM, don't miss the grand procession featuring the Sbandieratori della Partita a Scacchi di Marostica (flag-wavers) and San Martino on horseback. Indulge in traditional treats from the food stand, including roasted chestnuts (caldarroste), mulled wine (vin brulé), and the special "Piatto del Medioevo" (Medieval Plate) with tosella cheese, polenta, sopressa salami, and mushrooms. In case of bad weather, the festival will be postponed to Sunday, November 15, 2026.

🍽️ Food & Menu

Savor the flavors of the Festa di San Martino with a delightful selection of traditional Italian treats. Warm up with mulled wine (vin brulé) and rich hot chocolate. Indulge in sweet fritters and freshly roasted chestnuts (caldarroste), a classic street food. For a more substantial taste of the region, try the "Piatto del Medioevo" (Medieval Plate), featuring local specialties like tosella cheese, creamy polenta, savory sopressa salami, and earthy mushrooms.

📅 Program

Join us on Sunday, November 8, 2026, for a full day of festivities! The day starts at 10:00 AM with a solemn mass for the community. At 2:00 PM, the Medieval Village opens, offering a historical encampment, children's workshops, wooden games, archery, falconry, and entertainment by I Giullastri. Explore the hobbyist market at the church parking lot. At 3:00 PM, the San Martino procession begins, featuring the Sbandieratori della Partita a Scacchi di Marostica, San Martino on horseback, and a historical parade. Enjoy an animated reading of the story of San Martino by the LeTTori della Biblioteca di Torri di Quartesolo, followed by a final performance from the Sbandieratori della Partita a Scacchi di Marostica. At 4:30 PM, witness "Le ali di San Martino" by Fenice Falconeria, showcasing legends of buzzards, barn owls, and falcons. Learn how to make Tosella cheese with Mario at 5:00 PM. At 5:30 PM, experience "La reliquia della discordia," a sword and buckler duel between fighting friars. The day concludes with a captivating fire show by I Giullastri at 6:30 PM. The food stand will be open all afternoon, serving roasted chestnuts, mulled wine, fritters, and hot chocolate. From 6:00 PM, enjoy the "Piatto del Medioevo" with tosella, polenta, sopressa, and mushrooms. The event takes place in Lerino - Torri di Quartesolo. In case of bad weather, the event will be rescheduled for Sunday, November 15, 2026.