The feast of Saint Gabriel (Kulubi Gabriel), the archangel, is celebrated on December 19 Ethiopian calendar (December 28 Gregorian calendar) which culminates in a pilgrimage to Kulubi, about 68 kilometers from Dire Dawa. Orthodox Tewahedo Christians mark the celebration with colorful processions and ceremonies.
Pilgrims walk up the hill to the church to fulfill a vow and give gifts to the church. Some pilgrims carry heavy rock on their back up the hill to the church.
