September 17, 2026 – September 20, 2026 · Arzachena (SS)
The Festa Patronale in Arzachena celebrates Santa Maria della Neve with a rich program of religious and civil events. Four days of festivities include solemn processions, masses, performances by traditional 'cantadores,' tribute band concerts, and famous artists, alongside food stalls featuring local products and entertainment for children. It's a wonderful opportunity to experience authentic Sardinian tradition and community spirit.
Indulge in a variety of local Sardinian specialties available at the Fidali 86/01 stands in Piazza Risorgimento and Loc. Tanca di Lu Palu. These stands offer a fantastic chance to savor authentic regional flavors and enjoy delicious meals throughout the festival.
📅 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 📍 4:30 PM: Meet at the President's house (Via Giorgio Filigheddu n 6) to collect the flag. 📍 5:30 PM: Flag procession starts from the President's house, accompanied by the Arzachena Musical Band, passing through key streets to Piazza Pio XII. 🎵 6:00 PM: Performance by traditional Sardinian singers (Cantadores) Marco Manca, Daniele Giallara, Gianni Denanni, with Nino Manca on guitar and Alberto Caddeo on accordion, at the parish hall. 📍 6:15 PM: Solemn Vespers celebration in the Old Church. 📍 7:00 PM: Procession with the Patron Saints to the New Church. 📍 7:30 PM: Official presentation of the 26/27 season for Arzachena Calcio Costa Smeralda in Piazza Risorgimento. 🍽️ 7:30 PM: Opening of the Fidali 86/01 food stands in Piazza Risorgimento, followed by dinner featuring local exhibitors. 🎤 10:00 PM: Modena Park Tribute Band (Vasco Rossi tribute) concert in Piazza Risorgimento. 📅 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 📍 6:00 PM: 'Human Foosball' tournament and children's entertainment in Loc. Tanca di Lu Palu. 🍽️ 6:00 PM: Opening of the Fidali 86/01 food stands in Loc. Tanca di Lu Palu, featuring local exhibitors. 📍 7:00 PM: Holy Mass celebration in the New Church, with Confirmation candidates and the parish choir, presided over by Father Don Jacek Meczel. 🍽️ 8:00 PM: Dinner with the Fidali at the stand in Loc. Tanca di Lu Palu. 🎤 10:00 PM: FRANCESCO RENGA in concert at Loc. Tanca di Lu Palu. 📅 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 📍 9:30 AM: Gathering at the New Churchyard, Piazza Pio XII. Solemn procession in honor of Sant'Antonio di Padova and Sant'Isidoro Agricoltore, accompanied by an ox-drawn cart from Perfugas and the folkloristic groups Città di Arzachena and Santa Maria d'Alzachena. The procession starts from the New Church and follows a route through the town. 📍 10:00 AM: Solemn Holy Mass celebration in the New Church with a panegyric by Don Giorgio Diana, Rector of the diocesan seminary, and animated by the parish choir. 📍 11:00 AM: Youth games and children's entertainment in Loc. Tanca di Lu Palu. 📍 6:00 PM: Holy Mass celebration in the New Church with the participation of the sick, presided over by Father Don Jacek Meczel and animated by the parish choir. 🍽️ 7:00 PM: Dinner with the Fidali 86/01 at the stand in Loc. Tanca di Lu Palu. 🎤 10:00 PM: FRANCESCO GABBANI in concert at Loc. Tanca di Lu Palu. 📅 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 📍 9:30 AM: Gathering at the New Churchyard in Piazza Pio XII. Solemn procession in honor of Santa Maria della Neve, accompanied by Knights and the folkloristic groups Città di Arzachena and Santa Maria d'Alzachena. The procession starts from the New Church and follows a route through the town.