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Feast of Saint Sebastian in Mistretta: Religious Celebrations and Traditions

The city of Mistretta is preparing to honor Saint Sebastian the Martyr, Patron Saint of the Nebrodi community, with a rich program of events involving both faithful and visitors.

Start of Celebrations – August 11th

The festivities begin on August 11th with the solemn ringing of bells, marking the official opening of the celebrations in honor of Saint Sebastian. The evening will continue with a performance by the I.C. Tommaso Aversa Orchestra in "Note di Notte" (Night Notes), an unmissable musical event.

Triduum and Traditional Activities – August 15th-17th

From August 15th to 17th, the Triduum of Saint Sebastian will be characterized by numerous religious and cultural events. On August 16th, the XVIII edition of the Saint Sebastian Foot Race Trophy, a traditional sporting event, will take place. On August 17th, music and entertainment will enliven the city with the Euterpe Band, the Majorettes of Capizzi, the children of Hakuna Matata, and a performance by Alessandro Gandolfo.

Culminating Day – August 18th

August 18th is the most anticipated day: the Holy Mass will precede the Solemn Procession of the Simulacrum of Saint Sebastian and his relics, which will pass through the streets of Mistretta. To conclude, a fireworks display will illuminate the sky, followed by a show by Pippo Palmieri, directly from Radio 105's Zoo.

Concert by Danilo Sacco – August 19th

On August 19th, Danilo Sacco will hold a concert that promises to engage and captivate the audience. The evening will conclude with the drawing of raffle prizes, adding a further touch of excitement to the festivities.

Closing of Celebrations – August 25th

The festivities in honor of Saint Sebastian will officially conclude on the following Sunday, August 25th, with the traditional solemn ringing of bells that will bid farewell to participants and close this week of celebrations.

The event, which will be held on June 29th in Castel di Lucio, is organized by the Cultural Associations BCsicilia and Il Filo di Arianna, as partners for the implementation of the "Attractiveness of Historic Villages" intervention. This initiative falls within the framework of cultural and social regeneration of small historic villages, and is funded under the PNRR by the European Union – NextGenerationEU. The overall intervention, which will simultaneously involve three municipalities, is called "COAST AND ALESINE VALLEYS: AN ITINERARY TO REDISCOVER THE VILLAGES OF CASTEL DI LUCIO, MOTTA D'AFFERMO, AND PETTINEO."

The event is configured as a medieval-themed day, structured in various entertainment phases. The program includes a historical re-enactment focused on the Ventimiglia era, with a costumed procession winding through the historic center of Castel di Lucio, culminating at the ruins of the Ventimigliano Castle.

Concurrently with the event, the traditional "Sagra de Favi Squadati" (Festival of Broad Beans), organized by Pro Loco Castel di Lucio, will take place, integrated into the medieval thematic context of the event.

Here is the program for MEDIEVALIA Historical Re-enactment JUNE 29, 2025 CASTEL DI LUCIO (ME)

5:00 PM - PIAZZA UMBERTO I

• Opening of the medieval village
• Archery camp
• Snake exhibition
• Birds of prey exhibition with flight demonstrations
• Entry of flag-wavers and musicians from the city of Caccamo, medieval musicians for the village by the Magma group.
• Exhibition of artisan works and display

6:00 PM - PIAZZA UMBERTO I

• Archery tournament

6:30 PM - VIA GARIBALDI

• Start of the parade with the historical procession of the Ventimiglia, flag-wavers, archers, and musicians, passing through Porta della Terra

VIA ROMA

• Medieval fire show

CASTLE SQUARE

• Flag-wavers show
• Historical Re-enactment

8:30 PM - VIA DANTE

• "Favi Squadati" tasting by Pro Loco

9:30 PM - CASTLE SQUARE

• Medieval juggling by the Magma group

Halaesa-Nebrodi welcomes visitors with a rich programme of events designed for different interests and ages.

Below you can browse the posters and programmes prepared by local associations and municipalities.
Enjoy summer 2026 in Halaesa-Nebrodi!

This calendar is continually updated as new events are announced.