Feast of Saint Joseph in Agrigento

Feast of Saint Joseph in Agrigento

 19 Mar 2025

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The feast of San Giuseppe in Agrigento takes place every year on March.
On the eve of the feast the Ascension of the Saint is renewed in the chapel of the high altar. In the evening, after the Holy Mass, the great "Table" is blessed and set up in the hall of the Parish.
During the festivity there is the pilgrimage of many devotees from all parts of the city, the Pontifical of the Bishop and the distribution of the "Soup of San Giuseppe".
The procession of the Simulacrum takes place and crosses the historic center of the city. In addition to religious events, popular games are held in the square, parades and shows during the festival.

Dates and Scheduling

19 Mar 2025

Feast of St. Joseph

07:30 Opening of the Sanctuary of San Giuseppe.

08:00 Festive Ringing of Bells.

11:00 Pontifical of St. Joseph.

12:00 Blessing and distribution of the traditional Minestra in Piazza San Giuseppe, prepared by the "Nicolò Gallo" Institute and the Agrigento Chefs Association.
Maxitorta Cannolo by Pastry Chef Giovanni Mangione.

16:00 Arrival of the musical band “Associazione Bandistica V. Bellini di Agrigento” and performance of pieces in Piazza San Giuseppe.

17:30 Solemn Procession with the Simulacrum of Saint Joseph through the streets of the city


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