STAY & RELIGION

Religious Weeks on the Island of 100 Churches

Steeped in spirituality and centuries-old traditions, Ischia offers a unique experience where faith, culture, and folklore intertwine. The "Religious Weeks" represent an authentic journey through evocative celebrations, ancient rites, and moments of intense popular participation, in a natural and historical setting of rare beauty.

May 12 – 18, 2026

Feast of Santa Restituta

Patron saint of the island, celebrated with the reenactment of her martyrdom in the picturesque Bay of San Montano, processions by land and sea, and a spectacular fireworks display.

June 14 – 21, 2026

Feast of San Vito – Forio

Celebrations in the town of Forio with musical performances, food and wine events, and fireworks.

July 20 – 27, 2026

Seaside Festival at the Sant'Anna Rocks

One of the island's most fascinating events, featuring the symbolic burning of the Aragonese Castle, fireworks, and the traditional procession of women in labor to the small church of Sant'Anna in Cartaromana Bay, accompanied by characteristic boats.

August 25 – September 1, 2026

Feast of St. John Joseph

Celebrations in honor of the patron saint include processions by land and sea, shows, and food and wine stands, highlighted by fireworks.

September 7 – 13, 2026

Feast of the Bambinella and the Name of Mary

Reenactment of the landing of the Saracens and celebration of the Name of Mary with an evocative procession to the rock church of Santa Maria al Monte.

October 12–18, 2026

Feast of San Gerardo – Piedimonte

Discover the island's oldest rural traditions and devotions, including popular rites and local culture.

November 1–8, 2026

Feast of San Leonardo – Panza

In the hamlet of Panza, folk, cultural, and musical events organized by the local Pro Loco.

Daily activities (every week)

• Guided tours and itineraries of churches, sanctuaries, and basilicas in all the island's municipalities
• Visit to the Diocesan Museum
• Nativity Scene itineraries
• Visit to the Aragonese Castle
• Island tour: tradition and devotion

Prices:

For a minimum of 10 people, the price is €250.00 + VAT per person (including tickets to the Aragonese Castle and Diocesan Museum, island tour, and one transfer to Forio)

Weekly religious itineraries

Monday: Aragonese itinerary, visit to the MUDIS, walk through the historic center of Ischia Ponte with Palazzo Malcovati, the Collegiate Church of the Holy Spirit, the Archconfraternity of Santa Maria di Costantinopoli, Palazzo Corteglia, the Maritime Museum, and a guided tour of the Aragonese Castle.

Tuesday: Bourbon Itinerary, visit the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie in San Pietro, the Church of Santa Maria di Portosalvo, the Royal Palace, the Pagoda Park and Lighthouse, and the Sant'Alessandro Hill, with a visit to the church of the same name.

Wednesday: Saracen Itinerary, visit the Church of Soccorso, the Basilica of Santa Maria di Loreto, the Basilica of San Vito, the Town Hall Square, the Archconfraternity of Santa Maria di Visita Poor, Saracen alleys, the Torrione, and the Bourbon Pier.

Thursday: Bus tour of the island, including a visit to the Basilica of Santa Maria Maddalena in Casamicciola Terme and the Sanctuary of Santa Restituta in Lacco Ameno, with a stop in the village of Sant'Angelo to visit the Church of San Michele Arcangelo.

Friday: Hike up Mount Epomeo to the hermitage of San Nicola, stopping in the villages of Serrara, with the church of Santa Maria del Carmine and a panoramic viewpoint, and Fontana, with the church of Santa Maria della Mercede.

Saturday: Discover the art of nativity scenes and ancient crafts in the workshop of Maestro Cutaneo in Barano d'Ischia, and explore our rural roots in Barano, visiting the churches of San Sebastiano and San Rocco, and Campagnano, among vineyards and nature trails.

These are the general itineraries, plus events related to the various celebrations, depending on the season.

PRICES:

Guided tours every day, bus tour of the island, Maritime Museum, Diocesan Museum, Aragonese Castle.

€300.00 + VAT per person per week.

A minimum group of 10 people is recommended.

12 – 18 Maggio 2026

Festa di Santa Restituta

Patrona dell’isola, celebrata con la rappresentazione del martirio nella suggestiva Baia di San Montano, processioni via terra e via mare e spettacolari fuochi pirotecnici.

14 – 21 Giugno 2026

Festa di San Vito – Forio

Celebrazioni nel comune di Forio con spettacoli musicali, eventi enogastronomici e fuochi pirotecnici.

20 – 27 Luglio 2026

Festa a Mare agli Scogli di Sant’Anna

Uno degli eventi più affascinanti dell’isola, con l’incendio simbolico del Castello Aragonese, fuochi pirotecnici e la tradizionale processione delle partorienti verso la chiesetta di Sant’Anna nella Baia di Cartaromana, accompagnata dalle caratteristiche barchette.

25 Agosto – 1 Settembre 2026

Festa di San Giovan Giuseppe

Festeggiamenti in onore del santo patrono con processioni via terra e mare, spettacoli e stand enogastronomici, arricchiti da fuochi pirotecnici.

6 – 13 Settembre 2026

Festa della Bambinella e Nome di Maria

Rievocazione dello sbarco dei Saraceni e celebrazione del Nome di Maria con una suggestiva processione fino alla chiesa rupestre di Santa Maria al Monte.

6 – 13 Settembre 2026

Festa della Bambinella e Nome di Maria

Rievocazione dello sbarco dei Saraceni e celebrazione del Nome di Maria con una suggestiva processione fino alla chiesa rupestre di Santa Maria al Monte.

1 – 8 Novembre 2026

Festa di San Leonardo – Panza

Nella frazione di Panza, eventi folkloristici, culturali e musicali organizzati dalla Pro Loco locale.