Winter full of colors and fun: 3 events to experience the Carnival in Sicily

Sicily in winter is still a wonderful idea for a holiday. Holiday that can not ignore one of the most awaited appointments of the winter period: the Carnival. And these are the three most important events scheduled in 2018.

The Carnival of Acireale

From February 3 to 13 the 2018 edition of what is considered the most beautiful Carnival of Sicily will be held: we are talking about the Carnival of Acireale (which is also among the oldest in Italy, given that its origins date back to the sixteenth century ). Also this year there will be all the ingredients that made it famous: parades of carts, masks, colors, fun and lots of people from all over Sicily (and not only from Sicily) to assist you.

The official program has not been announced yet. For more information, see the official website (Fondazionecarnevaleacireale.it) and the official fan page (Facebook.com/CarnevaleAcireale).

Carnival of Sciacca

This municipality in the province of Agrigento becomes a great event to enjoy six days dedicated solely to fun. In fact, from 8 to 13 February the 2018 edition of the Carnival of Sciacca will be held. The wagon parades will begin on Saturday 10, but there will be many other side events scheduled that will enrich the event.

And between a show and the other, do not forget that Sciacca is also famous for another reason: its spa, where you can spend a few hours of total relaxation. Also, at less than an hour’s drive there is one of the most beautiful archaeological sites in Sicily: the Valley of the Temples.

For more information (complete program, how to get there), please refer to the official website of the event, Sciaccarnevale.it.

Termini Imerese Carnival

The key moment of the Termini Imerese Carnival will be Martedì grasso, when the mask of Nannu (“grandfather”) is burned, a symbol of rebirth and hope for the new year. This mask is flanked by Nanna (“grandma”) who represents fertility and continuity of life.

The program and dates of the Termini Imerese Carnival have not been announced yet. For more information (complete program, how to participate), please refer to the official website of the event, Carnevaletermitano.com.

What are you waiting to book the ferry trip to Sicily? The magic and the fun of Carnival await you.

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