On Saturday, 5 September 2026, the picturesque village of San Ponzo, in the Staffora Valley in the Oltrepò Pavese area of Lombardy, will host its traditional Patron Saint’s Festival, organised by the local ANSPI association.

This traditional village festival is a great opportunity to discover the authentic atmosphere of the Oltrepò Pavese, an area in southern Lombardy renowned for its rolling hills, historic villages, wine, local cuisine and traditional events. The San Ponzo festival brings together music, dancing, food and local traditions for an enjoyable evening in a genuine Italian village setting.

The evening will feature live music and dancing with Le Tre Grazie, followed by a DJ set with DJ Rossini. Visitors can enjoy an entertaining night of music, dancing and socialising, making the event ideal for couples, families and groups of friends looking for an authentic local experience in the Oltrepò Pavese.

Food is one of the highlights of the San Ponzo Patron Saint’s Festival. The event will offer some of the flavours of traditional northern Italian cuisine, including pisarei e fasò, a typical dish from the neighbouring Piacenza area made with small pasta dumplings and beans, together with a generous mixed grilled meat selection.

The combination of traditional dishes, live music and a relaxed village atmosphere makes this festival a perfect way to experience the local food and cultural traditions of the Staffora Valley.

The Patron Saint’s Festival is also an opportunity to explore San Ponzo and the surrounding Oltrepò Pavese, a destination particularly suited to travellers interested in rural landscapes, historic villages, local gastronomy, wine tourism and authentic Italian traditions.

For visitors exploring the Province of Pavia and Lombardy, an evening at the San Ponzo festival offers a chance to experience a less-known side of northern Italy, away from the major tourist destinations and immersed in the welcoming atmosphere of a traditional village celebration.

For information and reservations:

Maurizio: +39 335 651 5408
Davide: +39 347 539 4368

Date: Saturday, 5 September 2026
Location: San Ponzo, Staffora Valley, Oltrepò Pavese, Province of Pavia, Lombardy, Italy

Mark the date on your calendar and discover the authentic charm of a traditional Italian village festival in the Oltrepò Pavese: an evening of music, local food, dancing and traditions in the heart of the Staffora Valley.

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