Sicily is huge on parades and religious festivals, see our list for a great opportunity No charge, just turn up and join in the fervour and fireworks.

• Piana degli Albanesi : Greek Orthodox Ritual and Procession (Easter, January).
• Acireale : Traditional Carnival (February). Christmas Crèche (December).
• Trapani : "Stations of the Cross" Historical Celebration and Passion Play (Good Friday).
• Adrano : Historical "La Diavolata" Passion Play (Easter).
• Caltanisetta : "I Misteri" Costumed Celebration (Maundy Thursday).
• Castelbuono : Medieval Games and Tournament (August).
• Siracusa : Historical water parade and games (August).
• Messina : Historical Procession of the Giants (August).
• Taormina : Rally of Sicilian Costumes and Carts (April).
• Palermo : Santa Rosalia Folklore Festival and Procession (July). Fishermen's Festival (September 27).
• Trecastagni : Sant'Alfio Procession of Costumes and Carts (May).
• Catania : Feast Day of Sant'Agata (first week of February).
• San Fratello : The Devils of San Fratello (Easter Week).
• San Cataldo : Descent From the Cross (Good Friday)