Celebrations in Honor of Saint Mary Magdalene

The patronal feast of Casamicciola Terme

The Celebrations in Honor of Saint Mary Magdalene are the most anticipated event of the summer in Casamicciola Terme, a spa town on the island of Ischia, in the province of Naples. Every year, between July 12th and 23rd, the town gathers around its patron saint in a festival that combines religious devotion with popular joy, attracting residents and tourists from across the Campania region.

Religious tradition and the sea procession

The spiritual heart of the festivities is the Basilica of Saint Mary Magdalene, where masses, rosaries, and solemn celebrations take place throughout the novena. The most evocative moment is the sea procession on July 22nd, the saint's feast day: the statue of the patron saint is placed on a boat and carried along the coast, accompanied by a flotilla of vessels, while the town band marches through the streets. It is an ancient and deeply felt ritual that binds the community of Casamicciola to its sea and its history.

Concerts and shows in Piazza Marina

Alongside the religious dimension, the festivities offer a rich program of free performances in Piazza Marina, just a stone's throw from the port. Over the years, the square has hosted well-known names in Italian music and comedy: singer-songwriters, bands, and artists who entertain the crowds on the evenings of July 22nd and 23rd. All events are free to attend.

Fireworks from the sea

The grand finale is the fireworks display launched from the sea, which concludes the festivities at midnight, illuminating the gulf between Casamicciola and Lacco Ameno. A spectacle that can be admired from the square, the port, and much of the island's northern coast.

A symbolic event of the Ischian summer

The Saint Mary Magdalene Festival represents one of the strongest identity markers for Casamicciola Terme and the entire island of Ischia. The festivities are a sign of community and belonging, welcoming thousands of visitors every July in an authentically Campanian festive atmosphere, amidst faith, music, and the beauty of the Gulf of Naples.