Saint George Festival
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Saint George Festival

09 May 2025 — 11 May 2025
Modica — Ragusa (088)

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Edition 2025 — Saint George Modica

In 2025, the Saint George Festival in Modica, traditionally celebrated in April, was exceptionally postponed to May 9-11 due to the diocesan mourning following the death of Pope Francis. Despite the shift, the city renewed its centuries-old devotion to the Holy Knight with the solemn procession of the statue from the Saint George Cathedral.

2025 Edition

The 2025 edition of the Saint George Festival in Modica, in the province of Ragusa, experienced an exceptional circumstance: the patronal festival, linked for centuries to the month of April, was postponed to May 9-11 due to the period of diocesan mourning following the passing of Pope Francis.

Despite the shift in dates, the Modica community renewed its devotion with the traditional celebrations: the Triumphant Sciuta of the statue from the majestic Saint George Cathedral, the run of the sangiorgiari along the streets of the Baroque historic center, and the characteristic fireworks displays. A confirmation of the identity strength of one of the most heartfelt patronal festivals in Sicily.

Where does it take place — Saint George Modica

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Saint George Modica in brief

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