The celebration of St. Joseph's day consists on on the preparation of a special dinner of meatless dishes, with a minimum of 13 dishes. Three people were chosen to represent Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. Before starting the meal they would say special prayers to St. Joseph invocating his help in caring for families. The special dishes were served to the each of the three "saints" who would taste each one, but didn't have to finish each dish. It was more of a symbolic action. The leftovers of the feast would then be given to the poor of the village.

Bread at the feast is very special.

Twenty groups of sculptures made of canvas and glue in the 17th -18th centuries are carried through the streets of Trapani. They relive Christ's Passion and are followed by brass band and people in costume.