September 18, 2026 – September 21, 2026 · Sommariva Perno (CN)
The Festa Patronale di Santa Croce in Sommariva Perno offers four days of vibrant celebrations. The program is packed with lively dinners, dance evenings, musical tributes, a fair showcasing local food and wine products, gatherings of tractors and Vespas, E-Bike tours, metabolic walks, children's entertainment, and guided tours. Don't miss out on delicious culinary specialties like polenta and sausage!
Indulge in a variety of local culinary delights, including special animated dinners, a unique 'Cena delle leve' featuring the 'Eccellenze del Roero', and a dedicated children's snack. The 'Pranzo di Santa Croce' offers a traditional midday meal, and a highlight is the classic 'Polenta e salsiccia', a hearty and authentic Italian dish.
Get ready for four days of fun! The Luna Park will be open every day of the festival. 📅 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 🍽️ 8:30 PM Piazza Europa: Enjoy an animated dinner and dance evening with Sonia de Castelli, featuring a performance by 'Le Stelle Danzanti' dance school from Canale. 📅 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 📍 7:00 PM Sala del consiglio comunale: A special ceremony for the 'leva 2006' (age group) receiving the Italian Constitution. 🍽️ 7:30 PM Piazza Europa: 'Cena delle leve' dinner, celebrating the 'Eccellenze del Roero'. 🎵 10:00 PM Piazza Europa: A tribute concert to Vasco, Liga, and 883 with 'Oro Nero', bringing back the golden hits of the '90s. 📅 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 📍 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Viale alberato: Explore the fair with artisans, local food and wine products, and various stalls. 📍 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Piazza Torino: The 1st gathering of tractors and agricultural machinery. 📍 9:30 AM Viale delle Fragole: Start your Vespa tour through the Roero region. 📍 10:00 AM Viale delle Fragole: Embark on an E-Bike tour through the Roero region. 📍 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM Piazza Europa: Join a metabolic walk. 📍 12:00 PM Piazza Europa: Commemorating the 80th anniversary of women's suffrage with the unveiling of a commemorative plaque. 🍽️ 12:30 PM Piazza Europa: 'Pranzo di Santa Croce' lunch. 📍 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM Viale delle Fragole: Static display of Vespas. 📍 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM Piazza Europa: Entertainment for children with traditional wooden games. 🍽️ 5:00 PM Piazza Europa: Children's snack offered by the Pro Loco. 📍 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Centro storico: Free guided tours of the historic center by 'Volontari per l'Arte', departing from San Bernardino every half hour. 🎭 9:00 PM Piazza Europa: 'La Compagnia Il Nostro Teatro di Sinio' presents 'LUNA PARK', a comedy by Oscar Barile. 📅 MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 🍽️ 5:00 PM Piazza Europa: Enjoy 'Polenta e salsiccia' prepared by the local 'polentàu sommarivesi' and the Pro Loco.