Our Lady of Fatima Festival in Adrano
The Marian devotion of May 13th at the Church of Sant'Agostino
Edition 2026 not confirmed to date
This edition has not been confirmed by the organiser to date. We recommend checking before going.
About Our Lady of Fatima Adrano
A Marian celebration in the heart of Adrano
On May 13th in Adrano, in the province of Catania, the Our Lady of Fatima Festival is celebrated at the Church of Sant'Agostino. The date coincides with the liturgical feast of Our Lady of Fatima, which commemorates the first of the apparitions that occurred in 1917 to the three shepherd children in Portugal. In Adrano, the festival is managed by the Sant'Agostino - Santa Lucia Parish and is a highly anticipated event for the local community, who participate with great reverence.
Mass and procession of the statue
The highlight of the day is the solemn holy mass, celebrated in the late afternoon, followed by the procession of the statue of the Madonna through the streets surrounding the church. The litter bearing the statue is carried on shoulders and accompanied by the faithful, prayers, and Marian hymns, in an atmosphere of popular devotion typical of Sicilian religious festivals. The procession winds through the neighborhood and represents the core identity of the event.
The strong Marian devotion of Adrano
Adrano is a town with a deep religious tradition: in addition to its patron saint San Nicolò Politi, celebrated in August with the famous Volo dell'Angelo (Flight of the Angel), the local calendar includes numerous events dedicated to the Virgin under various titles. The Our Lady of Fatima Festival fits into this fabric of popular piety, which makes Adrano one of the most vibrant centers of religious life in the province of Catania and the entire Sicilian Etna region.
A city at the foot of Mount Etna
Adrano rises on the western slopes of Mount Etna, in a panoramic position overlooking the Simeto Valley. With ancient origins—it was founded as Adranon by Dionysius the Elder around 400 BC—the city preserves a Norman castle and a charming historic center. Participating in the May 13th festival is also an opportunity to discover this village on the Etna side and its traditions.
The dates and program for the 2026 edition have not yet been announced; the event is traditionally held on May 13th.
Our Lady of Fatima Adrano — edition 2026
The Our Lady of Fatima Festival in Adrano is usually celebrated on May 13th, the day of the Marian liturgical feast. At the moment, the dates and program for the 2026 edition have not yet been announced by the Sant'Agostino - Santa Lucia Parish.
Based on previous editions, the day includes a solemn holy mass in the afternoon, followed by the procession of the statue of the Madonna through the streets of the neighborhood. Times and details will be published by the parish as the festival approaches.
Practical information — Our Lady of Fatima Adrano
Where
Church of Sant'Agostino, Adrano (CT), Sicily. The festival takes place in the neighborhood surrounding the church.
When
Traditionally on May 13th, the feast day of Our Lady of Fatima. The dates for the 2026 edition have not yet been confirmed.
How to get there
Adrano is about 40 km from Catania. By car, it can be reached via the SS121 or SS284; by train via the Ferrovia Circumetnea line. The nearest airport is Catania-Fontanarossa.
Admission
Participation in religious celebrations and the procession is free and open to all.
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Where does it take place — Our Lady of Fatima Adrano
Chiesa di Sant'Agostino