Upcoming events in and around Castelbuono, Sicily.
DiVino Festival Castelbuono 2026 - 20th Edition
The DiVino Festival Castelbuono celebrates its landmark 20th edition from 19-21 June 2026 — three days of wine tastings, masterclasses, celebrity chefs, music and shows across the San Francesco cloisters and Piazza Castello. Sicily's most prestigious food and wine event.
Festa di San Giovanni 2026 - The Ancient Feast of Broad Beans, Wine & Fire
On 24th June 2026, Castelbuono's streets fill with the scent of broad beans cooking in ancient copper cauldrons, bonfires, wandering musicians and free wine — the Festa di San Giovanni is one of Sicily's most authentic and atmospheric annual celebrations, with pagan roots dating back millennia.
Festa di Sant'Anna — Castelbuono's Greatest Celebration
Castelbuono's most important annual event — a week of religious devotion, historical pageantry and celebration in honour of patron saint Sant'Anna. The Sacred Skull procession, the Corteo delle Chiavi, the Giro Podistico centenary race and midnight fireworks make 2026 an unmissable year. 19-27 July.
Giro Podistico Internazionale di Castelbuono — 100th Edition
On 26th July 2026, Castelbuono hosts the 100th edition of the Giro Podistico Internazionale — one of Europe's oldest road races, first run in 1912 and recognised by World Athletics as a historic landmark of the sport. A landmark centenary celebration not to be missed.
Castelbuono Classica 2026 - XII Edition
Castelbuono Classica returns for its 12th edition, 1-4 August 2026 — four days of internationally acclaimed classical music concerts across three stunning locations in medieval Castelbuono, Sicily. Full programme coming soon.
Ypsigrock Festival 2026 — 29th Edition
Ypsigrock 2026 takes place 6-9 August in Castelbuono, Sicily — the 29th edition of Italy's premier boutique indie festival, established in 1997. Lineup includes The Antlers, Black Country New Road, Cate Le Bon and Soulwax. Always sells out months in advance — book now!
Castelbuono Jazz Festival 2026
The Castelbuono Jazz Festival returns for its 29th edition, running 16-23 August 2026 in the heart of this medieval Sicilian village. This year's festival features 23 concerts across two stunning venues: the evocative Piazza Castello from 22:00, and the intimate cloisters of San Francesco church from 19:30. Artistically directed by Angelo Butera, the festival is a unmissable highlight of the Sicilian summer calendar. Full programme to be announced following the official press conference on 16th June 2026.
Funghi Fest Castelbuono 2026 - 20th Edition
As autumn arrives in the Madonie mountains, Castelbuono celebrates its famous Funghi Fest — 23-25 October 2026. Three days of wild mushroom tastings, show cooking, forest excursions, music and traditional Sicilian food. Free to attend.
Castelbuono Carnevale 2027
Every February, Castelbuono hosts one of Sicily's most beloved carnivals — spectacular allegorical floats, sharp local satire at the historic Veglione evenings, and a children's carnival in Piazza Margherita. Now officially recognised as one of Italy's Historic Carnivals by the Italian Ministry of Culture.
Riccardo III - Il Potere a Pezzi
On Tuesday 2nd June 2026, the I Trovatori theatre company will perform "Richard III. Power in Pieces" for the Regina Theatri theatre festival. This show is loosely based on William Shakespeare's play. Recapture the spirit of medieval jesters from the 12th and 13th centuries using contemporary theatrical language, balancing irony, civil denunciation, music, and storytelling.
Grand Finale — Parade, Flag-Throwing Championship & Fireworks
The Infiorata weekend reaches its spectacular finale on 2nd June 2026 — marching bands, historical costume parade, the Gran Premio del Mediterraneo flag-throwing championship and a fireworks display above the Ventimiglia Castle.
Castelbuono in Festa - Folk, Circus & Street Celebrations
On 1st June 2026, Castelbuono bursts into life with folkloric dancing, circus street theatre, traditional Sicilian painted carts and horses, street food and an evening concert in Piazza Castello.
San Francesco - 800 Years
Celebrating 800 years since the death of Saint Francis of Assisi, Castelbuono, Sicily is privileged to receive a visit of the holy relics into one of the most important religious sites of the town, the recently restored ‘Matrice Nuova’ (mother church). A rare opportunity to celebrate the life of the patron saint of Italy in the magnificent setting of an ancient Sicilian church.
Castelbuono Infiorata 2026
Every spring, the streets of Castelbuono are transformed into a breathtaking gallery of living art. The 18th Infiorata runs 30 May to 2 June 2026 — with added significance this year as part of Italy's national celebrations marking 800 years since the death of Saint Francis of Assisi.
Feast of St. Joseph 2026 - Festa di San Giuseppe
Saint Joseph’s Day on 19th March 2026 is the focal point of several days of festivity in Castelbuono Sicily. This important religious feast has roots dating back to the 10th century.
In Sicily you can expect many masses, divine rituals and special family meals to give thanks and show gratitude. Heavily decorated home shrines and church altars are decorated with intricate bread sculptures - figures and symbolic motifs often strung together with coloured ribbons and strewn with flowers. These tiered or ‘laddered ‘tables of St. Joseph’ are further enhanced with devotional objects and special foods to give thanks for his blessings.
Castelbuono Carnevale 2026
Every February, Castelbuono hosts one of Sicily's most beloved carnivals — spectacular allegorical floats, sharp local satire at the historic Veglione evenings, and a children's carnival in Piazza Margherita. Now officially recognised as one of Italy's Historic Carnivals by the Italian Ministry of Culture.
Rising Sounds 2025 - Georgia, Georgia
RISING SOUNDS 2025 - A series of events dedicated to the emergence of new voices on the Italian music scene.
Live music at Spazioscena, Castelbuono curated by Ypsigrock Festival. The fourth gig in the winter music season is rising Italian band GEORGIA, GEORGIA on Monday 29th December at 21:00 @ Tickets are available in advance online from DICE
Rising Sounds 2025 - Agenda Dei Buoni Propositi
RISING SOUNDS 2025 - A series of events dedicated to the emergence of new voices on the Italian music scene.
Live music at Spazioscena, Castelbuono curated by Ypsigrock Festival. The third gig in the winter music season is rising Italian band AGENDA DIE BUONI PROPOSITI on Saturday 13th December at 21:00 @ Tickets are available in advance online from DICE
Dolcemente Castelbuono 2025
Dolcemente Castelbuono, the Festival of Sicilian Sweets and the Madonita Truffle, returns for a delicious December. In the heart of the Madonie Mountains among the traditional Christmas celebrations, Castelbuono will transform into a paradise for sweet-tooths. Market stalls, tastings and local crafts celebrate the traditional Sicilian dolci. Don't miss the magic and authentic flavours 6-8 December
Rising Sounds 2025 - Simone Matteuzzi
RISING SOUNDS 2025 - A series of events dedicated to the emergence of new voices on the Italian music scene.
Live music at Spazioscena, Castelbuono curated by Ypsigrock Festival. The second gig in the winter music season is rising Italian artist SIMONE MATTEUZZI on Friday 28th November at 21:00 @ Tickets are available in advance online from DICE
Saint Cecilia 2025
Celebrating Saint Cecilia - patron saint of music and musicians.
Music is hugely important in the cultural landscape of Castelbuono, Sicily.
This November, like every November, we celebrate with concerts by the ‘Loreto Perrini’ marching band, held in two different churches in the heart of Castelbuono.
Saturday 22nd November 2025 18:30 - The first performance of the weekend offers a rare chance to visit the inside of the beautiful San Vincenzo church in Piazza Tenente Schicchi, which is normally closed throughout the year except for special occasions like this. Featuring the Kids and Junior Music Band.
Sunday 23rd November 2025 10:30 - The Old Mother Church of Castelbuono - La Matrice Vecchia - hosts the second of the concerts featuring the Loreto Perrini Band. There’s also the presentation of a painting in honour of Santa Cecilia by local artist, M. Francesco Licciardi.
Sunday 23rd November 2025 11:30 - The music continues in Piazza Margherita in front of the Matrice Vecchia and Torre dell’Orolgio (clock tower) with a musical exhibition from both the adult band and contributions from the younger players.
Santa Cecilia 2025
Celebrating Saint Cecilia - patron saint of music and musicians.
Music is hugely important in the cultural landscape of Castelbuono, Sicily.
This November, like every November, we celebrate with concerts by the ‘Loreto Perrini’ marching band, held in two different churches in the heart of Castelbuono.
Saturday 22nd November 2025 18:30 - The first performance of the weekend offers a rare chance to visit the inside of the beautiful San Vincenzo church in Piazza Tenente Schicchi, which is normally closed throughout the year except for special occasions like this. Featuring the Kids and Junior Music Band.
Sunday 23rd November 2025 10:30 - The Old Mother Church of Castelbuono - La Matrice Vecchia - hosts the second of the concerts featuring the Loreto Perrini Band. There’s also the presentation of a painting in honour of Santa Cecilia by local artist, M. Francesco Licciardi.
Sunday 23rd November 2025 11:30 - The music continues in Piazza Margherita in front of the Matrice Vecchia and Torre dell’Orolgio (clock tower) with a musical exhibition from both the adult band and contributions from the younger players.
Rising Sounds 2025 - Fluente
RISING SOUNDS 2025 - A series of events dedicated to the emergence of new voices on the Italian music scene.
Live music at Spazioscena, Castelbuono curated by Ypsigrock Festival. The winter music season kicks off with rising Italian band FLUENTE on Saturday 8th November at 21:00 @_fluente_ Tickets are available in advance online from DICE
Flavours of Autumn at Gal Hassin
Flavours of Autumn returns for 2025!
Organized by the Youth Council of the Municipality of Isnello and the Municipality of Isnello, the Flavours of Autumn event at the GAL Hassin includes standard activities with mandatory reservations for Saturday, November 8, 2025. Reservations can be made on their website.
The activity at GAL Hassin begins at 3:30 pm and ends approximately at 6:00 pm. There will also be a one-hour activity at the Planetarium and an activity at the GAL Hassin Museum.
RigenerAzioni 2025
"RigenerAzioni" is a series of theatrical events in Castelbuono, Sicily, with their first performance of the 2025 season scheduled for 1st November at Auditorium Crucis – 49 Via Umberto I, Castelbuono.
1st Nov: Di principi e Principi Napoletani - Of Princes and Neopolitan Princes
16th Nov: Un principe Ranocchio - A Frog Prince
19th Dec: Hamlet
21st Dec: La banda dei clowns - The Clown Band
Artisiti a Corte 2025
A one day festival celebrating local artists.
Live painting and drawing, art market, street food - All weather permitting! The show must go on…
For more up-to-date information follow @ArtisitACorte on Instagram
Luna - An Exploration of Our Moon
At the GAL Hassin Planetarium this event focuses on the Moon. Galileo Galilei's first observations with a telescope, the first accurate lunar maps, the Apollo missions that took the first American astronauts to the Moon, interesting facts about the satellites that made interesting discoveries on the lunar surface, a Moon observation session using the instruments on the Observation Terrace
Funghi Fest 2025
A three day festival celebrating one of the most important (and delicious!) local food crops - mushrooms.
Tasting sessions, exhibitions, live music, craft beers, guided educational walks and more are all available this weekend. Weather permitting! The show must go on…
For more up-to-date information follow @FunghiFest on Instagram or visit the FunghiFest website - link below
Michele Amoroso and Nicola Oteri Concert for Guitar and Piano
On Saturday, October 18th, at 5:00 PM in the Sala del Principe, the Castelbuono Civic Museum hosts a new event dedicated to chamber music, featuring a concert for guitar and piano that offers a refined journey through the sounds of the 19th and 20th centuries.
The program intertwines works by composers who have interpreted, each with their own unique voice, the evolution of European musical language: from the classical and romantic repertoire to the impressionist atmospheres and colors of the Spanish tradition.
The instrumental lineup allows for the blending of different timbres and sensibilities, offering the audience an intimate and evocative listening experience.
The concert will also be enriched by two solo pieces, featuring pieces for guitar and piano.
The evening's performers will be Michele Amoroso on piano and Nicola Oteri on guitar.
Targa Florio Classic Car Rally 2025
The Targa Florio Classic car rally returns to Castelbuono, Sicily with a dazzling display of motor vehicles in all shapes sizes and colours.
2025 edition features:
Ferrari Tribute
Porsche Parade
Mixed Car Rally
Event information is provided in good faith but may be subject to change. We recommend checking with official sources before travelling.