Saint Ubaldo Day "Running of the Saints"

MAY 2024 • JESSUP

Held annually on the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend, Lackawanna County’s most unique festival only takes place in two places in the world: The sister Cities of Jessup, Pennsylvania, and Gubbio, Italy. Brought to Jessup in 1909, St. Ubaldo Day was a way for immigrants from Gubbio who largely settled in Jessup to feel connected to the home they left behind.

HOMETOWN TRADITION

For over 100 years, this celebration has brought thousands of spectators to Lackawanna County to join in the fun. This wonderful tradition is an exciting combination of color, culture, pride, and faith that the whole family will enjoy.

While you are in town, be sure to check out the Jessup Hose Co. #2 Annual Carnival that accompanies the St. Ubaldo festivities. You’ll find delicious homemade food, rides, games, and nightly entertainment. Experience St. Ubaldo once, and we bet you’ll make it an annual tradition, too.

Race Course
Info & Sneak Peeks

FOLLOW LA CORSA DEI CERI

KICKS OFF AT 5:30 PM

La Corsa dei Ceri is a fast-paced procession of the three saints' statues: St. Ubaldo, St. George., and St. Anthony. Sant' Ubaldo always "wins." It's his day, after all!

Stops are located at the following street intersections:

Powell Avenue and Ward Street
Mylert Street and Short Street
Grassy Island Avenue and Ward Street
Church Street and Center Street
The S Turn (Church Street and Front Street)
Church Street and Lane Street
Church Street and Third Avenue
At this point, the ceri turn to run up Church Street.
Church Street and Erie Street
Erie Street
Veterans Memorial Field

St Ubaldo Running of the Saints Map

IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING LA CORSA DEI CERI

The ceraioli, capodieci, capocette, and others will celebrate a successful end of the Corsa with a procession of the disassembled ceri, stanghe, and saints to the Saint Ubaldo Society Cultural Center.

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GPS ADDRESS: 310 Third Avenue, Jessup, PA, 18434

PARKING: There will be limited on-street parking in Jessup for the race.

We recommend confirming operating hours and getting up-to-date info directly with the venue prior to your visit.

Saint Ubaldo Society Website

SNEAK PEEKS

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