September 19, 2026 – September 20, 2026 · Atessa (CH)
Experience traditional festivities honoring Maria SS. Addolorata and San Pompilio Maria Pirrotti in Atessa. The program features the Sacred Septenary, a book presentation, 'arte madonnara' (Madonna art), live music performances, food stalls, a 'sticchio' competition, and a solemn procession culminating in the 'Ballo della Pupa' (Dance of the Pupa). It's a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in moments of faith, culture, and entertainment.
Indulge in a variety of local culinary delights available at the food stalls, offering traditional Italian festival fare and regional specialties.
Join us for a month of events! From September 1st to 30th, the Holy Rosary will be recited daily at 8:30 PM in the Chiesa dell'Addolorata. Holy Masses will also be held in the Chiesa dell'Addolorata from September 14th to 19th at 6:30 PM. **September 19-20, 2026: SACRO SETTENARIO** in honor of the Vergine Addolorata. **Tuesday, September 15th** 📍 Piazza Benedetti 9:00 PM: BOOK PRESENTATION: "Francesco d'Assisi" by Don Davide Spinelli, with Annarita Di Paolo in conversation with the author. **Saturday, September 19th** 9:00 AM: ARTE IN PIAZZA - 'Arte Madonnara' (Madonna Art) by Vanna Lodi Pasini. 9:00 AM: Holy Mass in the Chiesa dell'Addolorata and Blessing of the bread rolls. 3:00 PM: 📍 Piazza Oberdan: 'Sticchio' Competition. 6:30 PM: Holy Mass in the Chiesa dell'Addolorata. 9:00 PM: 🎵 Musical Performance with the band "INSERTO" (not just another cover band). 🍽️ FOOD STALLS AND VARIOUS ENTERTAINMENT throughout the evening. **Sunday, September 20th** 9:00 AM: Holy Mass in the Chiesa dell'Addolorata and Conclusion of the Sacro Settenario. 9:00 AM (all day): 🎵 Performance by the CONCERTO BANDISTICO “Città di Sant'Eusanio del Sangro." 5:30 PM: Translation of the Sacred Effigies of Maria SS. Addolorata and San Pompilio to the Cathedral. 6:00 PM: Holy Mass in the Cathedral. 7:00 PM: SOLEMN PROCESSION with participating Confraternities in traditional robes. FOLLOWED BY: 💃 THE RETURN OF THE POPULAR "BALLO DELLA PUPA" (Dance of the Pupa). Don't miss the TRADITIONAL CHARITY FISHING event!