Events in Portopalo di Capo Passero!

A Calendar Full of Events

Portopalo di Capo Passero, a small town located in the far southeast of Sicily, is not only an enchanting place with breathtaking beaches and crystal clear sea, but also an area rich in events that enliven the town throughout the year.
From music to cinema, from gastronomy to culture, Portopalo offers a varied calendar of events to satisfy every taste.
Concerts by renowned artists, exciting theatrical performances, engaging film festivals and festivals dedicated to local products: in Portopalo there is never a dull moment!

A Summer full of Music and Culture:

Colapesce is not just a multi performance show, but an immersive experience that combines music, theater, history and legend.
It is a unique opportunity to discover Sicilian culture and experience an unforgettable adventure in Portopalo di Capo Passero and catapults the audience into the legend of Colapesce, a Sicilian mythological figure who is half man and half fish.
The show takes place on the island of Portopalo di Capo Passero, a place linked to the legend itself, and uses music, theater, sets and costumes to create an evocative and engaging atmosphere.

A Journey into Legend

Viewers, guided by a path that winds between the Spanish Fortress and the ancient village, become an integral part of the narrative.

The Colapesce show makes use of theatrical elements, with actors playing the characters of the legend and telling their stories.
Meticulously detailed sets and period costumes help create a realistic and engaging setting.

A Sensory Journey for the Food Short Film Festival

Film and food lovers, prepare your senses!
The Cibo Corto Film Fest in Portopalo di Capo Passero is ready to win you over with an edition full of flavors and images.

A Unique Festival

The Cibo Corto Film Fest celebrates the marriage of cinema and food, two worlds seemingly distant but united by a thin thread: the art of storytelling.
Through short films from around the world, the festival explores different culinary cultures, gastronomic traditions and the deep relationship that binds humans to food.

Screenings, Tastings and Meetings

The festival program includes a wide selection of short films in competition, with prizes for the best works.
But that’s not all!
The Cibo Corto Film Fest is also an opportunity to participate in tastings of local products, cooking workshops and meetings with star chefs and established filmmakers.

An Experience Immersed in Sicilian Culture

The festival takes place in Portopalo di Capo Passero, a charming seaside village in the province of Syracuse.
Here, among the white houses overlooking the sea and flower-filled alleys, you can immerse yourself in Sicilian culture and savor the authentic flavors of tradition.

A Carnival Not to Be Missed:

• Carnival of the Two Seas: A unique carnival celebrating Portopalo’s geographical location between the Ionian Sea and the Mediterranean Sea, with floats, masks and lots of merriment.

An Autumn Celebrated with Flavors and Traditions:

• Mostafest: A festival dedicated to must, with tastings of local wines, typical products and traditional Sicilian dishes.
  An opportunity to immerse oneself in the food and wine culture of the area and celebrate the harvest season.

Your vacation in Portopalo di Capo Passero will not only be sea, sun and dream beaches, but also an immersion in a whirlwind of events that will make your stay unforgettable.