Feast of Saints Francis and Catherine
The patronal feast of Saint Francis and Saint Catherine (Italian: festa patronale di san Francesco e santa Caterina) is a religious and civil celebration annually held on 4 October in Italy and other locations influenced by Christianity.
| Feast of Saints Francis and Catherine | |
|---|---|
| Official name | Italian: San Francesco e Santa Caterina, patroni d'Italia, lit. 'Saint Francis and Saint Catherine, patrons of Italy' |
| Observed by | Italy, and in general Christians of Italian ancestry |
| Type | Religious, historical, cultural |
| Significance | To honour Francis of Assisi and Catherine of Siena, patron saints of Italy and other locations |
| Date | 4 October |
| Next time | 4 October 2024 |
| Frequency | Annual |
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