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Friday July 26th, 2024Wednesday August 21st, 2024

Cultural event you don’t want to miss in August 2024

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August is truly the time when summer reaches its peak. It is the perfect time to soak up the sun and enjoy the vibrant energy on the island of Sicily. Whether you’re looking for outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, or just plain fun, this month’s calendar of events has something for everyone. From live music festivals to art exhibitions and everything in between, there is no shortage of exciting events to fill your days.

Festival di Jazz: Festival Arcosoli in Valle dei Tempi

La Valle dei Templi, one of Sicily’s most striking and exciting attractions, recognized by UNESCO as a protected archaeological area, will be the setting for this event. During the Arcosoli Festival, the historic and fascinating valley will come alive under the vibrant and poignant musical night of jazz, offering an experience that will continue until dawn, transporting participants on a journey through a thousand-year history.

This event will feature some of the most renowned international exponents of contemporary jazz, offering three unforgettable evenings of live music.

The festival will open on Friday, August 2nd, with American guitarist Peter Bernstein, known for his collaborations with Brad Mehldau, Diana Krall, and Lee Konitz. Saturday, Aug. 3rd, will be the turn of Andrea Braido, considered one of the most talented and versatile guitarists of our time, who has worked with the likes of Liza Minnelli, Lenny Kravitz, Dionne Warwick, and Lionel Richie. Closing on Sunday, August 4th, will feature a performance by Cuban saxophonist Yosvany Terry, a new exponent of so-called Latin jazz.

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Admission is free for all three evenings, offering an unmissable opportunity for music fans.

Ortigia Sound System

Now in its 10th year, Ortigia Sound System is the most beloved electronic music festival on the island, known for combining traditional Mediterranean rhythms with contemporary music trends. The festival’s line-up continues to follow excellent artistic direction, always in line with current trends. Among the featured artists are Blawan with his live techno of pure energy, Aho Ssan with his contemporary ambient music inspired by the Parisian suburbs, avant-garde dub trio Holy Tongue, the audiovisual show between dance and post-rock by Italian-German producer David August, and experimental sound artist and singer Antonina Nowacka. In addition, there will be showcases organized by Donato Dozzy’s Spazio Disponibile, with an interesting b2b between Kangding Ray and Neel, and Colombian TraTraTrax.

During the festival, the island of Ortigia is transformed into a fascinating timeless space, where every corner becomes a unique setting where music merges with architecture, creating an unforgettable atmosphere.

From August 1st to 4th, we invite you to attend the 2024 edition of Ortigia Sound System, an event that continues to be a milestone in the international electronic music scene.

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Festival of music in Messina: Mish Mash Festival

From Cosmo to the Three Allegri Ragazzi Morti, this year’s Mish Mash Festival boasts an impressive lineup of artists who will enlive the Castle of Milazzo, in the province of Messina. From August 10th to 12th, the festival promises three days of pure fun, featuring a variety of musical genres. The historic location, with its millennial background, adds a touch of enchantment to the eighth edition of this musical event. The line-up also includes Davide Patania, Lero Lero, 404 SNF, Christiana, The Wizard of Ice Cream, Nothing for Breakfast, The Whipped Dream, Manlio, Phunkadelica, Popa, Sambo and Disco Amore.

More information about the festival of music in Messina

Conca d’Oro Summer Fest

The second edition of the “Conca d’Oro Summer Fest” is back in the city of Palermo. This show once again enlivens the shopping center on Via Lanza di Scalea.

At least 6 different Sicily-related films will be presented:

11th of August: Il Grande Giorno;
12th of August: Tuttaposto;
17th of August: Il Padrino;
18th of August: Un Mondo Sottosocial;
19th of August: Picciridda;
20th of August: Stanizza D’Amuri

Also, save the date because there are performances not to be missed:

1st of August: Massimo Minutella & Lab Orchestra e Matranga & Minafò;
8th of August: Massimo Minutella & Lab Orchestra e Mago Plip;
25th of August: I Sansoni e Minutella & The Lab Orchestra.

The free shows, starting promptly at 8 p.m., will be held in the spacious Outdoor Events Plaza.

A reserved area is available for Conca d’Oro Club members with seating that can be reserved online on cabaret spectacle and movie projection

Barbarotto’s exhibition in Cefalù: “Mare e tradizioni”

On Aug. 3rd at 6:30 p.m., in the Santa Caterina Octagon in Cefalù’s Piazza Duomo, Gaetano Barbarotto’s solo exhibition, “Mare e tradizioni” will open. As Rosalba Gallà tells us, the artist returns to exhibit in the picturesque Arab-Norman town after having elegantly and skillfully explored different aspects of marine life in his previous exhibitions. The latest, “Profondo blu” is now enriched in “Mare e tradizioni”, concluding a truly prolific two-year creative period and dedicating a heartfelt tribute to Cefalù, a town that always welcomes him with enthusiasm.

In this exhibition, the depths of the sea are intertwined with the traditions of Cefalù, especially those of the feast of Jesus the Savior. Among the works, three pieces dedicated to the city stand out: “Stanno arrivando”, with Cefalù on the water and crossed by dolphins, a symbol of tourism; “U Santu a mari”, with Jesus the Savior in the sea depths; and “’Ntinna a mari”, with a mermaid wrapping the pole of Cefalù tradition. The homage extends to all of Sicily with works showing iconic elements of Sicilian traditions immersed in the deep sea.

This exhibition is free and available from August 3rd to 18, 2024, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. to midnight.

The exhibition of art at Arabian bath: “La Sicilia senza tempo” of Cefalà Diana (Palermo)

Fifty years of industrial history come to life in the Arab Baths of Cefalà Diana. Vintage objects, furniture, and accessories are transformed into the protagonists of a tale celebrating Italian design.

From the mass production of the 1940s to the creative recycling of today, the exhibition “Vintage Gallery, La Sicilia senza tempo” is a tribute to Sicilian creativity.

A project of the Regional Department of Cultural Heritage to rediscover the charm of the island’s lesser-known archaeological parks.

This exhibition brings together half a century of innovation, technology, style, and cultures that have distinguished Italy’s producing design entrepreneurship over time.

It is available from May 28th to September 8th, 2024, Monday through Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Sundays and holidays from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Free admission

Mandarossa Vineyard Tour

The eleventh Mandarossa Vineyard tour returns this summer from August 3rd through August 4th, 2024, offering an unforgettable weekend between sea and vineyards. The event takes place in its original location, the Bertolino di Mare pine forest, just a few steps from the beautiful Giache Bianche beach. Immersed in a unique natural setting, participants will be able to live a complete experience discovering the territory of Menfi, with guided tastings, practical activities such as grape harvesting, and moments of relaxation and fun.

From masterclasses dedicated to Mandrarossa wines to manual harvesting and grape crushing, the program is packed with activities for all tastes. The little ones can have fun in the children’s area, while adults can relax with live music and tastings of local products. The event also offers the opportunity to explore the natural beauty of Menfi, an area awarded the Bandiera Blu for its care for the environment.

More information about the visit to the vineyard

Dance Festival: Catania Tango Festival

From August 13th to 18th, the Catania Tango Festival, renowned among the best International Festivals at the Oscars of Tango 2019, returns to the “Le Ciminiere” Amphitheater. This edition promises to be more cosmopolitan, bigger, and more spectacular than ever, located in a multi-purpose complex near the Central Station, well connected to the airport and the historic center. Le Ciminiere, originally chimneys for dispersing fumes from 19th-century sulfur factories, is now a prestigious center for fairs, exhibitions, and conferences. Following the success of 2022, this major event, sponsored by the City of Catania and the Metropolitan City, will once again transform Catania into an international tango capital, propelling it into the legend of world conventions.

More than 25 nations and fans from all over Italy are expected for this unique kermesse, where the magical atmosphere of tango captures emotions in an endless embrace. The program includes a full schedule of seminars and stages at the Romano Palace Hotel, while the tango evenings will take place at the Le Ciminiere Amphitheater.

The event will feature prominent musicalizadores (tango DJs) and be documented by award-winning photographer Michele Maccarrone. Under the artistic direction of Angelo Grasso, the festival celebrates tango in all its facets, offering a comprehensive view of its culture and history, uniting Catania and Buenos Aires in one big cultural embrace.

More information about the festival tango in Catania

Expo of the treasures of Capella Palatina di Palazzo Reale a Palermo: “Thesaurus”

Until Sept. 30th, the Royal Palace is hosting an exhibition that presents an in-depth look at the spiritual aspect of the palace. This event is a journey through a substantial corpus of the famous Capella Palatina di Palazzo Reale.

In this sense, the Palatine Chapel Treasure can be called the “Tesoro delle civiltà mediterranee“. With this exhibition, a “secret” heritage, hitherto known to few, shines again.

“Thesaurus” is the result of a synergy between the Fondazione Federico II and the Fondo Edifici di Culto (Ministry of the Interior), in collaboration with the Prefecture of Palermo, the Regional Department of Cultural Heritage and Sicilian Identity, the Archbishopric and Diocesan Museum of Palermo, the Archbishopric and Diocesan Museum of Monreale, the Superintendency of Palermo, the Superintendency of Archival Heritage, the Regional Museum of Messina (MuMe), the Regional Library of Palermo and the Paladino Archives.

This exhibition can be visited This exhibition can be visited Monday through Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (last admission), Sunday and holidays from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (last admission).

Information about the ticket of the expo of the treasures of Palazzo Reale

Performative event of various art: Segesta Theatre Festival

The Segesta Theater Festival, in its third edition, will offer a summer experience enriched by various artistic performances. Your evening will be enchanted by orchestras, contemporary music, theater performances, dance, and much more.

This event is a festival that, with 22 companies, more than 150 artists and technicians, and a strong involvement of young authors, confirms itself as a reference point for the national and international performance scene. A project that enhances the territory and looks to the future with an innovative and participatory approach.

This event is open to the public (with different tickets depending on the artist) from July 26th to August 25th, 2024.

Information about schedule and tickets of the performative events in Segesta

We hope our list of events in August will help you enjoy an unforgettable experience in Sicily with cultural, musical, food and wine events. Come back often to find out the latest news and be enchanted by the beauty of the island, a perfect combination of art, culture, and authentic flavors.

Thursday July 4th, 2024Wednesday July 24th, 2024

Summer events in Sicily July 2024

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July is the ideal month to enjoy summer in Sicily, with a wide range of events revitalizing the island’s cities and beaches. Discover our proposal for summer activities on the beautiful island to live an unforgettable experience!

Music and art festival: Between Festival

Enjoy the beauty of summer evenings in Sicily with music and art spectacles through the Between Festival. This festival is scheduled from July 22nd to 28th in Sicily and presents itself as an unmissable opportunity to immerse yourself in Mediterranean culture and art. The show, which takes place between Piazza Armerina, Aidone, Mazzarino, and Pietraperzia, offers a rich program of concerts, multidisciplinary performances, exhibitions, screenings, presentations, and talks.

In addition to music, the festival places special emphasis on cultural contamination and dialogue between different identities. Featured artists include Mario Venuti, Gaia, Sara Brancale, and Nicola Piovani, who will pay tribute to the great Federico Fellini. On July 25, Piazza Cattedrale in Piazza Armerina will host the performance “Fellini, la luce dei sogni”, a tribute to the master of cinema through music, dance, and visual arts.

A unique aspect of the festival is the Between Songwriting Camp, an artistic production campus that brings together 50 young musicians from around the Mediterranean. Participants will work together to create new songs, exchanging different experiences and cultures.

The Between Music&Arts Festival is confirmed as a must-attend event for lovers of Mediterranean music, art, and culture.

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Cinema City – Il Cinema nelle Piazze

Returning for the sixth consecutive year, Cinema City – Il Cinema nelle Piazze will feature great films and meetings with cinema and culture personalities from July 18 to 24.

Under the direction of Carmelo Galati and organized by WILDER, the event boasts partnerships with public and private institutions, including the Presidency of the Regional Assembly of Sicily, the Federico II Foundation, the Regional Department of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment, the Regional Department of Cultural Heritage and Sicilian Identity, and the Metropolitan City of Palermo. Additionally, it enjoys the patronage of the Municipality of Palermo, the 400th Festino of Santa Rosalia, the University of Palermo, the Port Authority of the Western Sicily Sea, and SIAE, with the collaboration of the Military Command of the “Sicilia” Army and the media partnership of Rai Cinema Channel.

Social commitment is a central theme of the festival, featuring films and discussions on gender equality, children’s rights, and the environment, in collaboration with associations such as Plastic Free Onlus, FARE X BENE, Vivi Sano ONLUS, Lo sport, un diritto per tutti, and Comunità Danisinni.

This year, the main novelty is the itinerant location of the festival, which moves from the waterfront to the heart of Palermo’s historic center, transforming Piazza del Parlamento into a large open-air cinema with an iconic and evocative backdrop for locals and tourists.

Experience the charm of open-air cinema in Palermo with a rich program of films and cultural events in the heart of the city!

Sicilia Jazz Festival

The “Sicilia Jazz Festival” returns to Palermo this summer with a packed program of events, from June 23rd to July 7th, to be held in the city’s most fascinating cultural venues. With a unique focus on orchestral productions, the festival is now in its fourth edition and will host renowned international artists, including Grammy Award winners.

This festival is promoted by the Region of Sicily and carried out in collaboration with the City of Palermo, the University of Palermo, the Sicilian Jazz Orchestra Foundation – “The Brass Group” and the music conservatories of the Sicilian territory. The festival aims to create synergies between regional educational institutions and local musicians, to enhance the cultural heritage of the city of Palermo. Events will be held in historic sites such as Palazzo Chiaramonte Steri and the Complesso Monumentale Santa Maria dello Spasimo, making the festival a unique cultural experience. In addition to concerts, the festival includes book presentations and video performances exploring the importance of jazz music as a tool for artistic expression and territorial enhancement.

This summer music event represents not only an important event for jazz lovers but also a means of discovering and enhancing Palermo’s historic places. Thanks to the participation of young talent from Sicilian conservatories, the festival celebrates jazz music and encourages the development of future generations of musicians. Don’t miss your chance to enjoy this unforgettable Palermo experience between jazz notes and historic beauty!

Tickets are priced from 15 euros.

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The Festino di Santa Rosalia in Palermo

To mark the 400th anniversary of the Festino, the City of Palermo will present a series of special events, including three particularly significant events designed to honor and celebrate Santa Rosalia, affectionately known as the “Santuzza“.

The Festino di Santa Rosalia is one of the city’s most heartfelt and most participatory traditions, and this year, on its 400th anniversary, the celebration will take on an even deeper and more important significance.

To perpetuate the passion for the feast, a photo contest “Palermo rifiorisce con Santa Rosalia” will be launched, inviting everyone, from professional photographers to amateurs, to capture through photography the essence of the Festino and the deep bond between the city and its patron saint. Images can range from moments of religious devotion to scenes of daily life, offering a comprehensive overview of Palermo’s reality. The selected photos will be displayed in a permanent exhibition dedicated to the Festino, thus creating a visual archive that chronicles the evolution of the celebrations over the years. This initiative promotes Palermo’s cultural heritage on an international level, thanks to the collaboration with the Western Sicily Sea Port System Authority and the Sicilian Order of Journalists.

Corresponding to the photo contest, a social media contest will be held for citizens and tourists visiting Palermo on July 14th and 15th, inviting them to post a photo with the hashtag #lasperanzasiamonoi. The photos shared will participate in a selection to be included in the permanent exhibition, promoting a collective and participatory narrative of the Festino di Santa Rosalia through social media.

The culmination of the festival’s celebration is the night of July 14-15. Thousands of Palermitans will accompany the Chariot of the Santuzza in a long march from the Cathedral to the Foro Italico, passing through Piazza Bologni, Quattro Canti, and Porta Felice.

This event has always combined folklore and religion, culminating with the traditional grandiose fireworks that light up the Foro Umberto I to the Cala.

During the celebrations, you can enjoy the typical dishes of Palermo’s popular tradition such as pasta with sardines, babbaluci (snails), sfincione, boiled octopus, calia and simenza (dried fruit), boiled corn on the cob, and watermelon.

Here is our dedicated article about Saint Patrona of Palermo

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The festival of San Calogero in Agrigento: a celebration of tradition and culture

A great festival for Agrigento’s adored saint: the show “San Calogero abbraccia la Valle“, to be held on Tuesday, July 9th, at 8:30 p.m. at the Panoramica dei Templi Theater, will feature local artists including the cabaret duo “Blue Sister“, the musical duo Federico Mungiovì and Elisa Sciacca, dancers from “Academy centro danza“, the Sicilian orchestra “I fiori del mandorlo” and the band Brisca. The evening will be presented by Davide Sardo, with artistic direction by Biagio Licata, and proceeds from the entrance fee are set at 7 euros, and it will be donated for shopping vouchers for underprivileged families in Agrigento.

The feast of St. Calogero is a special occasion for the city; in addition to religious celebrations, the program includes cultural and traditional events that awaken a sense of community and pride in historical roots. The participation of citizens, from the games of the ancient “Ntinna” to the solemn procession of the simulacrum of St. Calogero, testifies to a strong and loving bond with the history and spirituality of the Black Saint that embraces the Valley. It is a moment of deep religious devotion, but also of popular celebration and folklore that combines tradition and modernity.

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Cultural initiative – Domenica al Museo

The long-awaited “Sunday at the Museum” is back: an initiative that allows visitors to visit archaeological parks, museums and cultural sites managed by the Regional Department of Cultural Heritage for free or at reduced prices every first Sunday of the month.

On July 7th, the region’s main cultural sites will open their doors at no cost, following the indications of the Regional Department of Cultural Heritage and Sicilian Identity and adhering to the initiative promoted by the Ministry of Culture. In Sicily, the initiative applies on Sunday, July 7th in:

Palermo, there are at least 16 museums that can be visited;
Catania, there are 5 museums with reduced price;
Agrigento, the archeological park of Valle dei Templi the archeological area, and the Aquarium of Eraclea Minoa;
and many other museums to explore in Trapani, Messina, Syracuse, Enna, Caltanissetta, and Ragusa.

Culture, wines, and arts: “Il Salotto dell’Etna” in Trecastagni

On July 6th and 7th, Trecastagni, in the province of Catania, will once again host “Il Salotto dell’Etna” event along Corso Vittorio Emanuele, a celebration filled with art, literature, antiques, entertainment, and food and wine experiences. This event is a valuable showcase of local excellence, highlighting the best of the area and its traditions.

Trecastagni, with its atmosphere mixing taste, art, and culture, will be a truly special destination during those days. Thanks to the collaboration of the municipal administration with the spontaneous Old Town Committee and the active support of business owners, merchants, and members of the local community, the event has become a popular and super-participated annual landmark. This year, the protagonists include renowned wineries from the eastern slope of Etna, offering master classes and tastings of their fine wines.

Free admission.

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Sicilian gastronomic celebration in Trapani: DeGusti Arte summer edition 2024

DeGusti Arte returns with its first summer edition, transporting the essence of the best Sicilian food and wine to the picturesque setting of Trapani’s Ex Mercato del Pesce Square, July 5th-7th. This triennial event celebrates the distinctive flavors of Sicily, welcoming wineries, distilleries, dairies, olive growers, and a wide range of local producers showcasing their delicacies strictly Made in Sicily. This year, the fifth edition promises to be livelier than ever, with a program full of fun and cultural moments.

During the three days in the large space of the Former Fish Market Square, you will be able to taste a very rich selection of labels from all over the island, savor the most renowned local cheeses, enjoy sweet and savory preserves, and delight in other typical culinary specialties. The experience will be enriched by the musical backgrounds and dialogues dedicated to food culture, which will stimulate debate among food enthusiasts. With more than 25 Sicilian agribusiness excellences present, DeGusti Arte is confirmed as a must-attend event for lovers of good food and wine, promising a unique atmosphere in the heart of Trapani.

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We hope our suggestions will make your July 2024 in Sicily unforgettable; with a wide range of cultural, musical, and gastronomic events, you will always have something new to discover and appreciate. We invite you to come back often for updates and to fully enjoy our wonderful summer full of art, culture, and unique flavors in enchanting Sicily!