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In an island with such a complex and convoluted history as Sicily’s, it is perhaps no surprise to learn that the variety and number of cultural events and local festivals is huge. Whatever the season and no matter where you are, there will always be something going on.
When you travel to Sicily, you want to know what you can see, do and eat. Maybe some insider tips will help too! Here's a definitive month-by-month guide to what's on and what's in in Sicily!
The Infiorata di Noto, one of the most colourful festivals anywhere in the world, takes place in the middle of May. For two days the centre becomes a kaleidoscopic carpet of petal mosaics.
14th July means one thing only to Palermitani: the annual celebration of their beloved patron saint, Santa Rosalia! It's a must-see event if you're anywhere near Palermo at the time...
For gourmets in Sicily, the months of May and June mean tuna in all manner of recipes... But the story of how this tasty fish arrives on our plate is both fascinating and brutal...
Why do so many many location managers and directors choose to film in Sicily? Just ask Rossellini, Visconti, Tornatore, Begnini, Woody Allen, George Lucas, Wim Wenders... or read on here!
“C'e' acchi cosa di cchiu' beddu p'un populu d' 'a lingua di so' 'ntinati?” - What could be more important to a people than the language of their forefathers? Learn a bit of dialect here!
From the absurd of Pirandello, to the best-selling detective stories of Camilleri, Sicily has always been a fertile, inspiring land for writers. See who's who and choose a book or two for your trip!
With crowds of up to 1,000,000 strong, there are few mass expressions of devotion as popular as the Festa di Sant'Agata, a celebration of Catania's beloved Patron Saint...
The Greek theatre in Syracuse was one of the most impressive of the entire Greek world, with seating for up to 15,000 spectators! Today, it plays host to an annual festival of Greek drama...
Christmas celebrations in Sicily begin in earnest on 8th December, when families start decorating their homes for the festive season... Trees are popular but nativity scenes are king!
Sicily takes Easter seriously! All over the island, in large towns and tiny villages alike, processions take place in celebration of not only the resurrection but also the arrival of Spring...
One of the most fascinating parts of Lampedusa’s classic book, The Leopard, is the Prince of Salina’s description of his fellow islanders. It’s an intense, thought-provoking piece of writing...
Speed, endurance, danger and thrills: the Targa Florio, first run in 1906, was one of the most iconic and challenging motor-racing events, the brainchild of car-crazy tycoon Vincenzo Florio!
The Carnevale di Acireale is one of the largest and most frequented carnivals in Italy. Its dizzying array of allegorical floats, dancing schools, concerts and parades offer fun for all the family!
Most towns and villages in Sicily have their very own food or wine festival, a sagra, to celebrate the fruits of their labours and to show off their produce. Find out what, where and when here!
The Sicilian flag has a long history dating back at least until the Sicilian Vespers in 1282, when it became the true symbol of the island's uprising against the Angeivn French rulers...