Bonfire of Sant'Antonio 2019 in Naples and Campania with events, music and shows

Bonfire of Sant'Antonio Abate

The traditional bonfires of Sant'Antonio 2019 in Naples and Campania with the lighting of the "cippi", lots of music, events and fashion shows.

Every year a Napoli, and throughout the Campania, dozens of lights come on bonfire for Sant'Antonio in the night of 17st January to pay homage to the Saint who, according to tradition, frees the population from evils, negativity, suffering and pain. The events this year start on the evening of January 17th, but often take place too until January 22 between music, shows and tastings.

The famous cippi that light up in the night recall the deeds of St. Anthony who, to ward off suffering and disease, he stole the fire from the Devil.

Evenings are accompanied by so much music, often popular, because, traditionally, it drives away evil spirits.

here are the best events in Naples and Campania.

Napoli

Borgo di Sant'Antonio, Forcella and Sanità

Bonfire

In the so-called “Buvero 'e Sant'Antonio”, the Borgo di Sant'Antonio which takes its name from the church, the great bonfire in honor of the saint takes place every year, an event to send away misfortunes, misfortunes and diseases. Several bonfires are also lit in the Forcella and Sanità districts to respect tradition.

When: night between the 16 and 17 January 2019

Where: Borgo di Sant'Antonio, Forcella and Sanità

Cicciano

The various events for the Feast of Sant'Antonio Abate take place from 19 to 22 January, but on 19 January there will be a tammurriata with a bonfire and the presence of many important artists, such as Marcello Colasurdo. During the evening you can also eat sausage and broccoli dishes accompanied by good wine.
The complete program is in the Facebook page of the Feast of Sant'Antonio Abate.

When: from 19 to 22 January 2019

Where: Cicciano

Facebook night of bonfires

Terzigno

In Terzigno, 'fuoc o'e Sant'Antuon takes place on Sunday 13 January and is a charity event for Africa with popular songs. By purchasing the dishes prepared for the evening and drinks, you can help finance some missions in the African continent.

When: 13 January 2019

Where: Terzigno

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Sant'Antonio Abate

The Fiera di Sant'Antonio Abate is one of the most famous in the region and also includes a delicious porchetta festival that takes place every evening. The program includes many events and music and it is available in our dedicated article.

When: from 11 to 20 January 2019

Where: Sant'Antonio Abate

Palma Campania

The 'O Pizzone Association organizes the Focarone di Sant'Antuono accompanying it with many good dishes of pasta and beans with rind, sandwiches with sausage and wine. There will be folk music with 'A paranza do' Tramuntan.

When: 17 January 2019

Where: kindergarten in via Macello, Palma Campania

Marigliano

In the Church of San Vito there will be mass at 19.00 and, during the evening, the blessing of the fire with many tastings of sausage polenta and broccoli. The dishes are prepared by the members of the San Vito Committee and the evening will be full of fun and conviviality.

When: 17 January 2019

Where: church of San Vito, Marigliano

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Saviano

Bonfire

On January 17th the famous Savianese Carnival opens with the celebrations for Sant'Antonio. In fact, in the evening the historical procession will start followed by the Fucarone 'e Sant'Antuono tradition.

When: 17 January 2019

Where: via degli Orti and Rione Sirico, Saviano

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Avellino

Nusco

The famous Bonfire Night takes place in Nusco which, in reality, will last for three evenings. Between music, shows and excellent local food, you can watch the lighting of the bonfire

When: from 18 to 20 January 2019

Where: Nusco

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Caserta

Macerata Campania

Bonfire

The Feast for Sant'Antonio takes place from 11 to 17 January and includes parades, traditional games, the Soap Pole, the blessing of the fire, a raffle and the tasting of many fantastic dishes.

When: from 11 to 17 January 2019

Where: Macerata Campania

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Written by Fabiana Bianchi
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