Festivals in Messina

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What to expect

• The Feast of the Assumption features a 40-metre tall mechanical Vara cart pulled through the streets, followed by a fireworks display over the harbour.
• The Carnival of Messina includes allegorical floats, masked parades, and a final burning of a puppet in Piazza Cairoli.
• The Procession of the Black Christ on Good Friday involves hooded penitents carrying a 17th-century wooden crucifix through the old town.
• The Feast of Saint Anthony on 13 June includes a blessing of animals and a market of local crafts in the Cathedral square.
• Each festival runs for 2 to 4 days, with free public access to all processions and main events, while seating for fireworks is first-come, first-served.
• The events suit families and cultural travellers, with food stalls selling local specialities such as granita, arancini, and grilled swordfish during the celebrations.

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