Cavalcata di San Rocco tra fede e storia

The San Rocco Festival Committee, under the patronage of the Municipality of Conversano and in collaboration with religious authorities, is pleased to announce the official program for the San Rocco Festival 2025, which will take place in Conversano from August 16th to 17th. Two intense days of spirituality, culture, music, folklore, and popular participation, during one of the most anticipated events of the year by the citizens.

The president, and Irene Manuela Masciopinto, for the first time leading the Committee, expresses deep gratitude to all the citizens, volunteers, and sponsors who have made possible the creation of a program designed for all ages, with the aim of strengthening the sense of community around the figure of San Rocco, a symbol of protection, hope, and faith. A special thanks to Don Angelo Fanelli, the spiritual guide of our community, for his tireless commitment to promoting the veneration of San Rocco and coordinating the religious celebrations. Enriching the festive atmosphere will be the presence of the prestigious "Città di Polignano" Band, which will accompany both religious and civil events with performances rich in tradition and appeal.

RELIGIOUS PROGRAM
From August 1st to 31st, 2025
6:30 PM – Holy Mass (Church of San Rocco)
August 16
Morning Masses: 6:30 AM – 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
6:00 PM – Transfer of the effigy to the Basilica
7:30 PM – Solemn Mass presided over by His Excellency Mons. Giuseppe Favale
8:45 PM – Procession with Historic Cavalcade

CIVIL PROGRAM
Throughout the festival
Musical accompaniment by the "Città di Polignano" Band
August 16
10:30 PM – Release of the votive hot air balloon (Piazza Castello)
August 16–17
Artisanal markets (Villa Garibaldi)
August 17
Street artists (Piazza Castello)
7:00 PM – Cultural talk: “The Cult of San Rocco in Popular Culture”
9:30 PM – Live concert by Anita Viesti