Almond Blossom Festival
In February, Agrigento hosts its annual Almond Blossom Festival. Folkloristic groups from all over the world perform here. More information at: www.mandorloinfiore.net, stragrigento@regione.sicilia.it, www.mandorloinfiore.net, stragrigento@regione.sicilia.it
Festival „Il Mito“
Between June and September, Agrigento hosts the festival „Il Mito“, mainly in the Valle dei Templi. It includes concerts of classical music, entertainment music and theatre performances. More information at: www.ilsestante.net
Teatro Pirandello
The Pirandello Theatre stages plays and musicals. More information at: Tel. (0039) - 0922 - 590360
CASTELTERMINI
Taratatà-Fest
In May, the village of Casteltermini hosts the traditional Taratatà Festival. Highlight of this is the Battle of the Sabre Fencers in historical costumes on Sunday. More information at: www.comune.casteltermini.ag.it
MENFI
Inycon – Menfi und sein Wein
In summer, Menfi hosts the event ‘Inycon’ dedicated to wine. The three day festivities include wine tasting, exhibitions and other wine-related events. More information at : www.comune.menfi.ag.it
SAN BIAGIO PLATANI
Easter Celebrations
Among the more spectacular Easter celebrations in Sicily are the famous Archi di Pasqua in the little village of San Biagio Platani. A symbolic reunion between the risen Christ and the Mother of God is re-enacted under beautifully decorated arches. More information at: www.sanbiagioplatani.com
SCIACCA
Sicilia Open Golf
In spring, the Italian Golf Federation stages its Sicilian Open on Sicily’s most important golf courses, such as at the Il Verdura Golf & Spa Resort of Sciacca. More informationen at: www.regione.sicilia.it/turismo
Carnival
In February, Sciacca hosts one of the most spectacular carnival in Sicily. There are impressive carriage parades and the election of a Miss Carnevale di Sciacca. More information at: www.carnevaledisciacca.it, strsciacca@regione.sicilia.it
