Feast of the Madonna del Rosario in Ventimiglia of Sicily

On the feast day, in the morning, the faithful go to the Agricultural Tools Fair, where they can also taste the typical local products. Later, after Mass, the statue of the Madonna del Rosario it is carried in procession from the Mother Church through the streets of the town and this is the main event of the day. The simulacrum proceeds, escorted by the faithful, between Saints Catherine and Dominic, a trio that is also reproduced in the ancient painting kept in the Oratory.

At the end of the function, in the evocative autumn atmosphere of the evening, the simulacrum is carried to the churchyard and the procession begins. At midnight, the festival ends with fireworks, which light up the sky. During this day, however, there are plenty of events in the square, such as shows, live music and parades.

The story linked to the Feast of the Madonna del Rosario in Ventimiglia di Sicilia

The Feast of the Madonna del Rosario is an ancient celebration, which originated in 1785, when the Madonna del Rosario became Patroness of Ventimiglia of Sicily. Since then, every year, all the faithful of the community take part in the Fair, Mass and Procession in honor of the Patroness.

The function takes place in the Mother Church, built in 1628 at the behest of Beatrice, Princess of Ventimiglia. The statue of the Madonna del Rosario has always been kept here, built in the seventeenth century and still carried in procession by the faithful today.

When the Feast of the Madonna del Rosario takes place in Ventimiglia di Sicilia

The Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary begins in first Sunday in October and the festivities last at least 3 days.

Where the Patronal Festival takes place in Ventimiglia di Sicilia

The Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary in Ventimiglia di Sicilia begins in the Mother Church consecrated to the Immaculate Conception, in Piazza Monsignor Lo Cascio.

What to do during the Feast of the Madonna del Rosario in Ventimiglia di Sicilia

During the Festival you can carry out many activities, starting from the morning: go to the Agricultural Tools Fair, to discover ancient work tools, but also the typical dishes of the local tradition, prepared with genuine ingredients that are obtained from the earth; later, you can pray together with the faithful of the community during Mass, and then take part in the evening Procession.

The beauty of the village is accentuated by the lights, so at night you can discover the Mother Church, Mountain Museum , Church of the College of Mary in a different light. Repeat the route in daylight, stopping in each Church to admire the interiors, also visiting the Museum, if you wish to find out more about the surroundings of Ventimiglia di Sicilia.

In the village there are bars and clubs, where you can take a tasty break, before setting off to discover the surroundings, in the direction of the Castle of Caccamo and the Church of San Giorgio Martire, about 32 km away at the foot of Monte San Calogero, where we recommend to visit both the village of Caccamo and the Reserve; another nearby destination is the one along the Arab-Norman route, at the Bagni di Cefalà Diana, about 14 km from Ventimiglia di Sicilia.

How is it possible to get to Ventimiglia of Sicily

Ventimiglia di Sicilia is located in the Metropolitan City of Palermo and reaching the village is simple for visitors arriving by car or train.

By car:, via the A19 Palermo-Catania, you get to the exit for Trabia, about 10 km from the center and continue following the signs; on the train, get off at the Trabia station and arrive in the center by bus or shuttle.