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Festa della Madonna delle Grazie a Grotte Pace

Messina (ME)

Villaggio Grotte Pace, Messina

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Il villaggio di Grotte Pace festeggia la Madonna delle Grazie con una tradizionale ricorrenza che si svolge il 13 settembre. In occasione della festa, che prevede anche la presenza di bancarelle e commercio su area pubblica, il villaggio si anima con momenti di aggregazione e devozione popolare per due giorni di festa.

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Festa il 12 e 13 settembre 2026 con banchi di vendita temporanei.

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Fairs and markets Ongoing

Autorizzazione per l'esercizio del commercio su aree pubbliche per festività ed eventi - II semestre 2026

Messina (ME)

Authorization for the exercise of trade on public areas on the occasion of civil, religious or seasonal holidays and events in the second half of 2026, in various areas of the municipality of Messina. Includes the Feast of San Nicola in Ganzirri, the Ferragosto holiday in Viale Giostra and the Feast of the Madonna del Buon Viaggio in Viale Libertà-Ringo. Rejection for the Feast of the Madonna della Lettera in Torre Faro.

Shows and entertainment Ongoing

Madagascar Circus

Messina (ME)

Traveling circus show with performances by artists and animals. The circus is set up in a private area in Santa Margherita, with a maximum capacity of 200 spectators. The structure is equipped with tensile structures and restrooms.

Religious and patron saints Ongoing

Solenni festeggiamenti in onore della Madonna delle Grazie di Gravitelli

Messina (ME)

From August 29 to September 13, the Gravitelli district of Messina renews its devotion to the Madonna delle Grazie with a program that intertwines liturgy and moments of popular celebration. The novena, daily masses, and the procession with the Archbishop mark the spiritual journey, while five-a-side football tournaments, group dances, the singing festival, and the traditional sausage party with the Canterini Siciliani enliven the evenings. The heart of the festival falls on September 8, the solemnity of the Nativity of Mary, with solemn masses and the blessing of expectant mothers. The march for life, starting from Piazza Duomo, and the Marian vigil complete a calendar that unites faith, participation, and conviviality.

Religious and patron saints Ongoing

Festa Patronale a Curcuraci

Messina (ME)

The Parish of S. Maria dei Bianchi organizes the celebrations in honor of the patron saint. The event includes religious moments and community gatherings. For the occasion, Via Robeto Marcolongo will be closed to vehicular traffic.

Fairs and markets Ongoing

MessinaCon 2026

Messina (ME)

MessinaCon 2026 is the fair dedicated to comics, video games, cosplay and pop culture, taking place at Villa Dante. With over 50,000 square meters of exhibition space, it offers a rich program of meetings, games and shows for enthusiasts of all ages. The event is organized by the Municipality of Messina together with ATM and Messina Social City.

Culture and exhibitions Today

Vicoli d'Arte - II Edizione

Messina (ME)

Cultural event called "Vicoli d'Arte" now in its second edition. The event takes place in Piazza Larderia Inferiore, in the section between via Comunale Larderia Inferiore and via Murazzo. The event includes the setup of tables over an area of 500 square meters, from 3:00 PM to midnight. The organization is handled by the Parish of San Giovanni Battista Larderia.