Annual Feast Day
St. Ferdinand Day Celebration
Every year on May 30th, we celebrate the Feast of St. Ferdinand III of Castile — our patron saint — with a week of novenas, special Masses, and parish festivities.
Feast Day: May 30th annually
Our Patron Saint
Saint Ferdinand III of Castile
Saint Ferdinand III (1199–1252) was King of Castile and León, renowned for his personal holiness, justice, and zeal for the Faith. He united Spain under the Cross, founded the Cathedral of Burgos, and established the University of Salamanca. He was canonised by Pope Clement X in 1671.
His example of servant leadership, charity to the poor, and unwavering faith make him an ideal patron for our parish community in Boys’ Town.
“I fear more to do an injustice than I do the armies of the Moors.”
— St. Ferdinand III of Castile
Celebration Programme
Novena to St. Ferdinand
May 21 – 29 (before daily Mass)
Solemn Feast Day Mass
May 30 – High Mass with Procession
Parish Cultural Day
Afternoon celebrations & display
Thanksgiving & Reception
Parish-wide fellowship & dinner
A Proud Tradition
Four Decades of Celebration
Since the founding of the parish in 1984, the Feast of St. Ferdinand has been celebrated with great joy and solemnity. Over the years, the celebration has grown into one of the most anticipated events in the Agege Deanery — bringing together parishioners, sister parishes, and friends from across Lagos.
See Past Celebrations
Browse photos and memories from previous St. Ferdinand Day celebrations in our Past Events gallery.