Since the early 20th century, the Sfilata dei Carri Aprutini has been held during the summer. This is a parade with carts drawn by white oxen of a local breed, recalling the more distant Maggiolata di Atri festival. The floats are dressed and decorated for the festival and carry storytellers and musicians who recall the event of rural origin, which began around 1920, with the participation of folk choirs from Abruzzo and elsewhere, which from the early hours of the morning enlivened the town and cheered passers-by, going on until late in the evening (in the wake of the Maggiolate or Piedigrotta Abruzzese). The simulacrum of the Assumption is displayed in the cathedral, while the processional procession takes place on 14 August with figures in Renaissance costume accompanying the parade of floats decorated with fresh flowers and followed by choirs from all over Italy. On this religious occasion, the Holy Door on the side of the Cathedral, established in 1300 by Celestine V, is opened and remains open for eight days. Until a few years ago, the traditional cattle fair was also held alongside the parade, and a small ‘Onion Fair’ is still held today. This event evokes ancient customs and allows people to rediscover the flavours and scents of the Abruzzo region.