The city of Agrigento transforms into a hub of devotion and folklore during the Feast of San Calogero, a vibrant celebration honoring the town’s beloved patron saint. Held annually from the first to the second Sunday in July (an eight-day festival), this event weaves together deep-rooted faith, agrarian tradition, and communal spirit.
Firecracker-laden “Alborata” mornings, processions of the saint’s statue carried shoulder-high through historic streets, and the traditional Wheat Festival—where agricultural tools, livestock, and ex-votos parade alongside Sicilian carts and tambourine bands—bring centuries-old customs to life.
From barefoot pilgrimages and offerings of symbolic bread “panuzzi,” to evening torchlight processions and fireworks, the festival pulses with local identity, devotion, and living legend.
Feast of San Calogero is more than a religious rite—it’s an immersive, sensory journey into Agrigento’s spiritual soul, where every sight, sound, and ritual reflects collective memory and miracles.
Plan Your Visit: Join in the celebrations, explore the historic route from Via Atenea to Porta Addolorata, and experience Agrigento’s heart and history. For full event details: Click here
