Saturday 5th of September 2026

CATHOLIC WEDDING CEREMONY

(2.30pm - 4pm)

Chiesa della Madonna di Galliera e di San Filippo Neri

Via Manzoni, 3, 40121 Bologna BO, Italy

NB: The Mass will last about one hour, immediately followed by a 40-minute bus transfer to the villa, where an aperitif will begin the celebrations. As the church is on a narrow street, the bus will depart from Piazza S. Francesco (less than a 10-minute walk away) to the villa

WELCOME TO THE VILLA

(5pm - 5.30pm)

Villa Certani Vittori Venenti

Via S. Leo, 4, 40054 Budrio BO, Italy

APERITIVO

(5.30pm - 6.30pm)

CHINESE TEA CEREMONY

(6.30pm - 7.30pm)

The couple will serve tea to their elders as a gesture of respect, receiving blessings and good wishes in return

DINNER

(7.30pm - onwards)

WEDDING TOAST

(10pm)

DOLCI & DESSERT CORNER

(10.30pm)

PARTY & DJ SET

(11pm-4am)

NB: Vehicle access in Bologna’s city center is restricted. Guests are encouraged to refer to the Parking Lots & Garages section for additional details.