August 27, 2026 – August 31, 2026 · Marzano di Merlino (LO)
Experience five days of traditional Italian celebration at the Sagra dell'Assunta in Marzano di Merlino! This lively festival combines religious observances with plenty of fun, featuring family-friendly games, live music including a Beatles tribute band, and a classic Italian bingo game (tombolata). You'll also find a fantastic array of food, from traditional local dishes and new culinary delights to artisanal waffles and delicious gelato.
Indulge in a variety of Italian flavors, from hearty first courses like 'Caramelle piacentine' (a local pasta specialty) and classic lasagna, to robust main dishes such as 'brasato con polenta' (braised beef with polenta), cotoletta (breaded cutlet), and grilled 'salamelle' sausages. For lighter bites, grab a 'panini salamelle' (sausage sandwich) or some crispy french fries. Don't forget to save room for dessert, with artisanal waffles and refreshing gelato, all paired perfectly with draft beer or a classic Spritz.
Join us for a full schedule of events: 📅 Thursday, August 27th: • 8:30 PM: Holy Mass 📅 Friday, August 28th: • From 9:00 PM: 'GIOCHI sotto le STELLE' – A fun-filled family and kids' night with engaging games of skill and luck, including challenges for parents and children. • 'LOTTERIA VOLANTE' (Flying Lottery). • Food stand open with french fries, 'panini salamelle', draft beer, and Spritz. 📅 Saturday, August 29th: • From 7:30 PM: Musical evening featuring a TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES with the band ABBEY ROAD. • Dinner service available with a menu of traditional and new dishes, including 'Brasato con polenta', 'Caramelle piacentine', Lasagna, Cotoletta, french fries, and 'Salamelle'. • 9:00 PM: Beatles tribute concert by ABBEY ROAD. • 'LOTTERIA VOLANTE' (Flying Lottery). • Food stand open with french fries, 'panini salamelle', draft beer, and Spritz. 📅 Sunday, August 30th: • 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Confessions. • 6:00 PM: Solemn Holy Mass, presided over by newly ordained priest Don Marco Dellanoce, followed by a Procession. • From 7:30 PM: 'TOMBOLATA DELL'ASSUNTA' – A traditional Italian bingo game with great prizes. • Dinner service available with a menu of traditional and new dishes, including 'Brasato con polenta', 'Caramelle piacentine', Lasagna, Cotoletta, french fries, and 'Salamelle'. • 9:00 PM: Tombolata with rich prizes. • Food stand open with french fries, 'panini salamelle', draft beer, and Spritz. 📅 Monday, August 31st: • 8:30 PM: Holy Rosary. • 8:30 PM: Office for all deceased parishioners. New this year, available every evening: artisanal 'WAFFLE' (plain or filled) and a 'Gelato Cart' from Gelateria 'Mirtilla Pati' from Graffignana (Lo). Reservations are mandatory by August 23rd, 2026. Takeaway options available for 'brasato con polenta', 'Caramelle piacentine', and lasagna (please bring your own containers).