Feast of the Patriarch San Giuseppe in Mascalucia

After feast of St. Vitus, the most popular religious event of mascalucia and the Feast of the Patriarch Saint Joseph, an event that intends to promote the most ancient traditions by mixing them with the most modern customs.
In addition to the aspect linked to faith, a singular tradition is added to this feast, that of Ride, a splendid example of how the Sicilian customs have reached the present day intact, so as to give you the opportunity to live new experiences and be able to project yourself into a unique context of its kind.

When the Feast of the Patriarch San Giuseppe takes place in Mascalucia

The Feast of the Patriarch St. Joseph is celebrated, of course, for the 19 Marchon Father's Day. This day is only the final one of the celebrations in honor of Patriarch, which has already been remembered in the previous days with various activities scattered throughout the territory.

Where the Feast of the Patriarch San Giuseppe takes place in Mascalucia

The Mother Church of Our Lady of Consolation to host most of the celebrations dedicated to St. Joseph, as well as being the guardian of his Simulacrum.
It is a building located in the historic center of Mascalucia, very close to numerous other points of interest.

What to do at the Feast of the Patriarch San Giuseppe in Mascalucia

The Feast of the Patriarch San Giuseppe comes alive already on March 18, with the Vigil, in which the city of Mascalucia is covered by lights, as if to recall the candles that are lit in a sense of devotion.
The following day, i.e. March 19, opens with tolling of the bells, to announce the start of the real party. All the faithful are preparing to go to the historic center of Mascalucia, where the main activities are held.

As for the Feast of San Vito, also on this occasion acharity auction, in which all the best of Sicilian food it is offered to be awarded by the participants. This is just one of the many opportunities you will have to taste the typical products of Sicily, also given the numerous stalls who will be able to attract you with their perfumes.

Late afternoon also takes place religious procession, called "Calata dell'Angelo", a dialect term to indicate the ascent of the angel, accompanied by musical band, fireworks and the songs of the faithful.

The Cavalcade of San Giuseppe in Mascalucia

Among the most iconic moments of the Patriarch's Day in Mascalucia it is necessary to remember what is known for being the Cavalcade of St. Joseph, an equestrian parade in which horses from local stables and Sicilian carts come together to evoke the memories of the most ancient Sicilian traditions.
Horses and carts, in fact, were for a long time the main means of transport for the whole Sicilia, even until the advent of cars had already spread across most of Italy.

How to get to Mascalucia for the Feast of the Patriarch San Giuseppe

Given the close proximity between Mascalucia and Catania, separated by a road section of less than 10 km, you can easily participate in the Feast of the Patriarch San Giuseppe, also taking advantage of the many connections that accompany you to the Etna capital, which boasts the presence of the Catania Central Railway Station and Catania Fontanarossa Airport.

If you are already in Sicily and prefer to travel by bus, you will find the connections offered by useful Sicilian Transport Company AST, whose runs allow you to get to Mascalucia starting from any other point in Sicily.

You can also get to Mascalucia independently, just cross the Highway 121 or the European Route 45, as well as any other route that can take you to Catania, and then move around with absolute ease.