Patronal Feast of Saint Peter the Apostle

The 2025 edition of the Patronal Feast of San Pietro Vernotico confirmed its dual nature, religious and popular, over twelve days of events. On June 19th, the transfer of the statue opened the celebrations, followed by the evening novena (7:00 PM) until June 27th.

On June 27th, the Matthra (8:30 PM) drew citizens and visitors to the square for the free distribution of gnocchi with mussels, alongside the sawdust carpet on the church square and live shows. On June 28th, the solemn mass presided over by Archbishop Michele Seccia was followed by the procession with the Saint's statue, accompanied by the Alula Musical Association, and musical light displays featuring violinist Chiara Conte. In Piazza del Popolo, the Grand Brass Band Concert of the City of Manduria performed, directed by Maestro Antonio Errico Agnello. On June 29th, the patron saint's day, the street market and brass band concerts preceded the grand midnight fireworks. On June 30th, the festival closed with the musical evening "Bundamuve and Friends" and the awards ceremony for the best-decorated street.