Feast of Santa Rita

A religious celebration honoring Saint Rita, with Masses, processions and cultural activities around the historic church.

  • July · Jul 10–19
  • Annual
  • Ended

When

In the calendar reviewed, the 2026 reference appears as “July · Jul 10–19”. The edition has ended; this page remains as a record and does not automatically project a date for next year.

  • Month: July
  • 2026 dates: Jul 10–19
  • Edition: Annual

About the event

This is a celebration of faith and community; its rites should be followed respectfully rather than treated only as a tourist attraction. This page presents Feast of Santa Rita through facts confirmed for 2026, without turning recurring features into a promise of a future program.

What to expect

The main elements are novenas, Masses and litanies; procession and religious services. The exact format changes with each edition, so this page separates recurring features from information specific to 2026.

  • novenas, Masses and litanies
  • procession and religious services

Location and access

During “Feast of Santa Rita”, most movement through the Historic Center is on foot. Cobbled streets are uneven, and rain or high tide may change routes and access.

  • Santa Rita Church; Historic Center

Before you go

For the next edition of “Feast of Santa Rita”, use the 2026 details only as a historical reference and confirm dates, programming, registration, tickets and access conditions before traveling.

  • Main source: Paraty 2026 calendar and official event channels
  • Last factual review: 30/08/2026

Monthly update

September 10, 2026.