Festival · September 3, 2026 · Viterbo, Lazio
Experience Viterbo's most significant religious festival, dedicated to Santa Rosa, the city's patron saint. The highlight is the procession of the 'Macchina,' an incredible tower over 30 meters (100 feet) tall and weighing approximately 5 tons. It's carried on the shoulders of about 100 'Facchini' (porters) for a kilometer through the city streets. This unique event has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2013.
📅 September 3, 2026, 9:00 PM – The Procession of La Macchina di Santa Rosa. 📍 Viterbo – Witness the 'Macchina' (over 30m tall, weighing ~5 tons) as it's carried by approximately 100 'Facchini' for about 1 km through the city streets, surrounded by cheering crowds. 🏛️ This event has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2013. 📍 After the procession, the Macchina remains on display in Piazza del Santuario for several days.