Medieval processions

Medieval processions were formal, often elaborate public events where groups of people, such as clergy, townsfolk, or nobility, moved together through streets to celebrate religious, civic, or societal occasions. These processions often featured banners, religious icons, music, and rituals, serving to demonstrate community faith, honor saints, or display social hierarchy. They provided a collective experience, reinforcing communal identity and spiritual devotion, while also highlighting the authority of religious or political institutions. These events could be grand and symbolic, reflecting the values and structure of medieval society.