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Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi

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Basicò · Messina · Sicily

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October 2026Sunday 4 October
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On 4 October Basicò celebrates Saint Francis of Assisi with a solemn procession; the village is also known for the Basicò Provola Cheese Festival, on 19 August.

The patron of Basicò is Saint Francis of Assisi, celebrated on 4 October with a solemn procession in the mother church dedicated to him.

The village is also known for the Basicò Provola Cheese Festival, on 19 August.

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What to eat here 3

Arancino · Pasta alla Norma · Pitone messinese

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Getting there

Nearest airport: Reggio Calabria, 51 km away

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