Feast of St. John the Baptist - Procession of candles

August 29, 2024 / 18:30 / Ragusa Center / Parties, festivals and folklore

Program, August 29th 
  • 6.30 pm – Solemn procession with the Holy Ark and the simulacrum of Saint John the Baptist followed by the faithful with votive candles.
  • 10.00 pm – Greeting to the faithful by H.E. Mons. Paolo Urso, followed by the fireworks display on the San Vito Bridge. Triumphal entry of the statue of the Saint into the Cathedral
  • Midnight – at the end of the celebrations, spectacular fireworks on the San Vito Bridge.

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