August 28, 2026 – August 30, 2026 · Briano di Caserta (CE)
The solemn celebrations in honor of Sant'Anna in Briano di Caserta are a heartfelt tribute to community roots and faith. This event offers a wonderful opportunity to gather, celebrate family, and enjoy a rich program of games, live music, and a local food festival featuring regional specialties. The festivities culminate with a moving procession and spectacular fireworks.
Indulge in delicious street food options like crispy fried zucchini flowers, savory stuffed sandwiches, classic french fries, and other delightful local treats.
📅 TUESDAY, August 25, 2026 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM 📍 At the Giardino delle Suore degli Angeli, via Quercione 1: "Verso Sant'Anna," an afternoon of outdoor games and water activities for primary school children and teens up to 14 years old. For information and reservations, contact: Concetta 340 6561159 or Ilaria 351 7891694. 📅 THURSDAY, August 27, 2026 7:00 PM 📍 At the Circolo New Folgore (Via Corrivo): "Briano in Gioco," an evening of traditional popular games open to all ages, concluding with a water battle. For information and reservations, contact: Nicola 339 2108408 or Giovanni 377 9627351. 📅 FRIDAY, August 28, 2026 6:30 PM Holy Mass. 📍 Istituto delle Suore degli Angeli, via Quercione 1. 8:00 PM Illumination of the artistic lights by "NARGISO" from San Nicola La Strada (Ce). 8:00 PM 📍 In P.zza Madonna di Pompei: Opening of the Briano food festival stands with fried zucchini flowers, stuffed sandwiches, french fries, and other local delights. 🍽️ 9:00 PM 🎵 LIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCE. 📅 SATURDAY, August 29, 2026 6:30 PM Pre-festive Holy Mass. 📍 Istituto delle Suore degli Angeli, via Quercione 1. 8:00 PM Illumination of the artistic lights. 8:00 PM 📍 In P.zza Madonna di Pompei: Opening of the food festival stands. 🍽️ 9:00 PM 🎤 Evening show with the orchestra Battito Italiano and comedian Francesco Procopio. During the evening, the S. ANNA LOTTERY tickets will be drawn. 📅 SUNDAY, August 30, 2026 - FEAST OF S. ANNA 8:45 AM Holy Mass in the private chapel of the Sisters, on the first floor of the Institute. 9:30 AM To the sound of the first firework bursts, the "CITTÀ DI CASERTA" band begins its musical parade through the town streets. 🎵 6:30 PM Festive Holy Mass presided over by the parish priest and animated by the parish Schola Cantorum "Cantate Domino." Afterwards, the procession will begin: the sacred effigy of S. Anna will be carried on shoulders by the "Accollatori S. Anna Briano" Association on an artistic float prepared by Davide Di Saverio through the town streets, accompanied by the "CITTÀ DI CASERTA" musical band, with the participation of all parish associations and civil societies. 📍 In the parking area located at the entrance roundabout to the town from via Catauli, a small fireworks display will take place, organized by the youth and porters of S. Anna from the village of Briano. 🎆 8:00 PM Illumination of the artistic lights; upon arrival in Piazza Madonna di Pompei, a laurel wreath will be laid at the Monumento dei Caduti in guerra di Briano, followed by a greeting from the Archconfraternity. Subsequently, the processional cortege with the simulacrum of S. Anna, through vicolo Zarrillo, will enter via Sciascia, where the FIREWORKS SHOW by "ROGGIERO" Macerata Campania (Ce) will take place. 🎆 At the end of the show, the Blessing with the relic of S. Anna will be imparted, concluding the festivities.