Last updated: December 01, 2024
Welcome to Castelvetrano's Christmas guide! We have gathered all the events and activities of the festive season to help you fully experience the Christmas atmosphere in our historic city.
The historic center of Castelvetrano transforms during the holidays, with the System of Squares hosting the traditional Christmas market. From the Mother Church to Piazza Regina Margherita, the streets come alive with artisanal stalls, historic nativity scenes, and festive lights. Palazzo Pignatelli and Teatro Selinus offer traditional concerts and shows, while the alleys of the historic center are filled with the aroma of local gastronomic specialties.
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"Living nativity with over 60 actors and 20 meticulously crafted settings."
"The Living Nativity 'La Grotta del Messia' is a cultural event featuring over 60 actors in 20 meticulously crafted settings, organized by the dance, culture, and entertainment association 'La Perla Imperiale' at the catacombs of the Capuchin convent in Castelvetrano."
Where: Castelvetrano | More Info: Living Nativity "The Messiah's Grotto"
Seven living scenes in seven city squares.
The Historical Procession of Santa Rita in Castelvetrano is an event that celebrates the life of the saint through seven living scenes in seven squares of the city, featuring medieval flag wavers, drummers, and musicians, and representatives of the nobility.
Where: Castelvetrano | More Info: Christmas Themed Parades
Procession of a 17th-century Virgin Mary statue.
The 'U Triunfu tradition in Ciminna dates back to 1781 and takes place every year on the Sunday morning following the Immaculate Conception celebration. The procession carries the Virgin Mary statue, Marunnuzza ru triunfu, dating back to the 17th century. The festivities begin on the Saturday evening following December 8th with sausage and 'nfriulati, a traditional dish of the event.
Where: Ciminna | More Info: Marunnuzza of the Triumph in Ciminna
Live representation of the nativity with local actors and animals.
The Presepe vivente in Custonaci is a unique event that brings the nativity to life with local actors and animals, creating an authentic and engaging atmosphere.
Where: Custonaci | More Info: Living Nativity in Custonaci
A journey through the past with live scenes and local traditions.
The Presepe Vivente di Cammarata is a religious and folkloric event that brings the historic center of Cammarata to life. Visitors can experience scenes from the past, with artisans at work and local culinary traditions.
Where: Cammarata | More Info: Living Nativity in Cammarata