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The Giunta (Easter Sunday Meeting)

'A Giunta

Caltagirone, Italy

Mar 28, 2027ExpectedSource

On Easter Sunday afternoon in Caltagirone, a three-meter papier-mâché statue of St. Peter is carried from his church to mediate the joyful reunion of the risen Christ with his mother. The Giunta is the climax of the town's Easter Week, blending devout procession with Sicilian pageantry.

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Key moments

Day 1 · Mar 28

Emergence of St. Peter statue (Uscita del simulacro di San Pietro dalla Chiesa di San Pietro)

Spectators line the street to watch the enormous St. Peter statue emerge. This dramatic opening immediately involves the crowd and signals the start of the Easter celebration.

~16:00

Meeting of Christ and Mary (Incontro tra il Gesù Risorto e la Madonna)

Visitors report an emotional atmosphere as bells ring and onlookers sing "Viva Maria". Witnessing the Madonna’s triple bow and the crowd’s cheers is the highlight of the event.

~16:30

Statues' separation (Spartenza delle statue)

By the end, visitors see the procession conclude as the statues part ways. It signifies the close of the event and leaves onlookers in a reflective mood.

~17:00

Where it happens

Piazza del Municipio

Caltagirone, Italy

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How to show up well

Dress for the setting

Modest clothing

Read the local rhythm

Joining community chants

Arrive before peak flow

Respect the procession route by staying at the roadside and not hindering the portatori. Fo...

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Practical notes

Crowds & timing

Crowd level: high.