Feasts and Traditions

Candlemas

Every February 2nd, the entire Christian world celebrates the feast of the presentation of Jesus at the Temple, commonly called Candlemas. In Ciminna, at the Mother Church, candles are blessed, a symbol of Christ, [...]

The nativity scenes

It is an important event that takes place during the Christmas festivities. The itinerary of the Nativity Scenes allows  to discover new itineraries to get to know Ciminna, its great heritage of traditions and [...]

Carnival

During Carnival, a parade of allegorical floats and groups takes place in Ciminna through the streets of the town with the spectacular and traditional shooting of “pittiddi” or confetti. A program full of events, [...]

Holy week

The rites of the Holy Week in Ciminna open with "Simana di Lazzaru" the procession of the "vivula vivula" or "viva l’aliva". Since ancient times on Wednesday of Lazarus week, (the week preceding the [...]

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