Feast of Sant'Eligio in Sciara
Gran equestrian gala - Palio di Sant'Eligio
The Feast of Sant'Eligio Bishop in Sciara takes place on the last weekend of September and is characterized by the traditional procession of the Image of Sant'Eligio placed on the horse of the knight who requested the privilege.
The day of celebration is preceded by various events of an equestrian nature, as Saint Eligius is the protector of horse merchants: the equestrian ginkkhana, horse shows and the equestrian grail gala.< br>On the day of celebration, the solemn procession takes place in which festively caparisoned horses take part and accompany the rider with the image of the Saint.
The celebrations end with Palio di Sant'Eligiowhere riders and jockeys compete in tests of skill and speed.
Dates and Scheduling
29 Sep 2024
09:30 Historical procession on horseback through the streets of the town
14:00 Palio of Sant'Eligio XXIV edition
Campo sportivo
21:00 Award ceremony for the winner of the XXIV edition of the Palio di Sant'Eligio
Musical entertainment by Revolution - Percussion & Piano duo
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