Festa di San Martino di Noceto (San Martino of Noceto Festival)

The Patronal Festival of San Martino di Noceto, a hamlet of Rapallo, returns as the main event on August 1st and 2nd with a rich program of entertainment, tradition, and excellent cuisine. Two evenings celebrating community and conviviality, where live music and popular culture unite to honor the patron saint, with completely free access to all performances. Music and gastronomy are the pillars of this festival: live concerts by the Camaleonti and the Napo 'Canta De André' show will frame the local culinary specialties, with food stalls opening from 7:00 PM offering the famous cheese focaccia and other Ligurian delicacies, from trofie with pesto to stuffed anchovies. An opportunity to savor the authentic flavors of Rapallo's traditions in a shared festive atmosphere. Beyond its social aspects, the festival maintains its deeply religious character with liturgical celebrations, a solemn procession through the village streets, and moments of spiritual reflection dedicated to San Martino, protector of the local community. A tradition spanning decades of uninterrupted celebrations, testament to the devotion rooted among its residents. For young people and families, the program includes a charity fishing game with prizes for children, traditional games, and the festive atmosphere of the market stalls. The festival is an inclusive event where tradition, faith, and entertainment blend harmoniously, establishing itself as one of the main summer appointments for the Rapallo community.