The solemn celebrations in honor of St. Rocco, patron of Gagliano del Capo, delayed for a few days in respect to the liturgical calendar, are organized by Parrocchia San Rocco and by the Associazione Memoria e Tradizioni. The feast begins when the statue of the patron saint, around 7pm, leaves the church to be carried in procession along the streets of the town decorated with lights; its return is followed by the celebration of the Holy Mass. To conclude the festivities is the fireworks show.