Feast of San Pietro in Volta

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• This local festival, usually taking place at the end of June, is a typical fair in honour of the patron saint. The festival is held in the picturesque village between the sea and the lagoon on the island of Pellestrina. The annual event is full of activities for the young: theatre, exhibitions, water games, soaped football and dancing are only a few of the activities on the programme. The last day starts with mass at 10 in the evening and after a long day full of ludic games and solemn processions, the festival ends with fireworks at midnight. Admission is free.
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