Events in Catania during 2012

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February

Carnival of Acireale - This event is the oldest and the biggest carnival celebration in Sicily. The town Acireale is located approximately 25 km / 15.5 miles away from Catania. (www.carnevaleacireale.com)
Feast of St. Agatha (Feb 3rd-5th) – St Agatha is the patron saint of Catania and the feast of St. Agatha is one of the largest religious festivals in the world. It lasts for three days and it attracts thousands of visitors.

August

Catania Tango Festival – It is the biggest International Tango Festival of Sicily. (www.cataniatangofestival.com)
MedFest – It takes place in Buccheri (one hour away from Catania). It is a two day medieval festival of music, magic and mayhem.

May

Noto Flower Festival “Infiorata” (third Sunday in May) – It takes place in Noto (one hour away from Catania) since 1984. In this event the streets of the city are lined with floral works of art.

September

The festival of Madonna of the sick (first week of September) – The festival takes place in Misterbianco, a small town 8 km / 5 miles from Catania. When Mount Etna erupted, the sanctuary had been miraculously saved from destruction and locals celebrate this miracle for 5 days.

June

Theatrical Season at the Greek Theatre (end of May to June) – It takes place in Syracuse (one hour away from Catania) where the National Institute of Ancient Drama performs dramas in Italian language.

October

Festival of Street Artists - Ibla Buskers – It takes place in Ragusa, close to Catania, since 1994. This festival offers exciting street shows by artists from all over the world (jugglers, musicians, acrobats, clowns, etc.)

July

EtnaFest – It is Catania’s festival of music and culture and it has a varied program of cultural and entertainment for almost every taste. There is music (classic, rock, reggae, jazz etc.), theatre, cinema and even a puppet opera.