PATRONAL FEAST OF SAN CALOGERO EREMITA AND EMIGRANT DAY

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As part of the initiative to rediscover the roots, the Patronal Feast of San Calogero Eremita represents the most
an important moment of identity for the emigrants of Fitalese who, attracted by the cult of the black saint, every year, make
return to the characteristic village of San Salvatore di Fitalia on the occasion of the celebration of this deep-rooted festival
in the heart of every phytalese in the world.
The event that takes place on 19-20 and 21 August also attracts thousands of pilgrims and visitors from all over the world.
near and far go on foot to the Sanctuary of San Calogero and cross the characteristic village of San Salvatore
of Fitalia.
The day of August 19, the eve of the feast, is characterized by the arrival of many pilgrims and the traditional
procession of the relics of San Calogero, during the day of August 20, the patron saint’s feast, the
characteristic and solemn processions of the Patron Saint San Calogero and the evening is enlivened by the musical concert
of an internationally renowned artist, finally, the day of August 21st, the traditional “village” festival, is characterized by
for the evening procession of the patron saint who runs through the streets of the town making the traditional “journeys”.
The village, which on the days of the festival is animated by the typical “stalls” and the music of the local musical band
“V. Bellini” accompanied by other band ensembles, offers the many visitors the opportunity to visit the
Sicilian Museum of Religious Traditions enriched by the presence of precious votive waxes symbol of faith and
devotion, the Church of Santa Maria Assunta which houses a precious marble triptych of the Madonna with
Child and Saints Peter and Paul made by Antonello Gagini, the ancient Basilica Maggiore of the S.S. Salvatore and the
Sanctuary of San Calogero Eremita.
The visitor/emigrant will also be able to devote himself to urban trekking activities/routes through the Museum
A widespread outdoor exhibition characterized by wrought iron statues made by European-renowned blacksmiths and works by
street art that reproduce famous paintings by Caravaggio, explore nature trails to rediscover the ancient
districts of the village, walk along “The Roads of the Origins” to visit the ancient houses and the ancient rural areas and
“The Roads of Crafts” to rediscover arts, crafts, traditions and food and wine.
In addition, close to the patronal feast, the “Day of Return” will be celebrated, a moment dedicated to
to the meeting with the emigrants of Fithala, during which a book will be presented that collects the life experiences of
Phytalese emigrants told in about 50 interviews.
As part of the initiative to rediscover the roots, the Patronal Feast of San Calogero Eremita represents the most
An important moment of identity for the emigrants of Fitale.