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The best time to visit Sicily is the period from spring to early summer. During this season the rates are still not so high, and the weather is pleasant, no matter what you choose—lazing on a beach, walking around Etna or sightseeing. With the beginning of summer season, crowds of tourists arrive, but the weather is gorgeous, and you can celebrate the Festino di Santa Rosalia in July.
September through October is another crowded season on the island when the sea remains warm, and the temperatures are ideal for sightseeing or admiring the Feast of Archangel Michael. Chilly wintertime is entirely for foodies–Ragusano cheese or sea urchins are there for you.

22 things to do in Sicily

Grape Harvest

August–November Food

Sicilian wines are famous for their distinctive strong taste

Sicilian Chestnuts

October–March Food

Days can be still warm in October, but night are getting colder, which means the beginning chestnut season!

Sea Urchins

mid-November–late April Food

Sea urchins, also known as sea hedgehogs, are a cool weather delicacy

La Sciuta di San Sebastiano

August 10 Event

The celebration of San Sebastiano in Sicily can easily top every patron saint festival in the whole Italy

The Dance of the Devils in Prizzi

March 24-31, 2024 Event

The unique and grotesque Easter celebration in Sicily is carried out in a little town Prizzi

Rolex Middle Sea Race

October 19-26, 2024 Event

One of the most spectacular events on the yachting calendar is fought out against a stunning backdrop of dramatic, ever-changing Mediterranean landscapes!

The Feast of Archangel Michael

September 28–September 29 Event

The celebration in honour of St. Michael offers spectacular events and fireworks

Saint Agata Festival

February 3–February 5 Event

The celebration of the Catania ma​​rtyr is one of the central events in this region of Sicily

La Mattanza

May–June Activity

The tuna fishing is a traditional activity for Sicily, that is considered sustainable and humane

Snails or Babbaluci

mid-July Food

Sicilian festina is not complete without snacking on baby snails cooked with garlic and herbs

Acireale Carnival

January 28–February 13, 2024 Event

Sicily is known for its celebrations of carnival, but the celebrations in Acireale are considered to be truly remarkable

Sicilian Blood Oranges

January–April Food

The oranges with the red juice and sweet distinctive taste are the fruity pride of Sicily

A Walk around Mount Etna

March–August Activity

For over half a million years mount Etna has been in a state of continuous eruption

Ragusano Cheese

November–May Food

One of the most famous Sicilian cow milk cheeses, Ragusano is usually seven months aged

Festino di Santa Rosalia

July 14–July 15 Event

The patron saint of Palermo who once saved the city is honored by a grandiose celebration

Beach Season

May–early November Activity

The warm Sicilian climate offers warmth up to seven months a year!

Bronte Pistachio Season

late August–early October Food

When visiting Sicily, don't miss the opportunity to try "green gold"—pistachios

Strawberry Season

May–June Activity

Don't miss the chance to try the best Italian wild strawberries

Scala dei Turchi

May–September Activity

The large chalk cliff lures tourists and photographers to the azure coast

Holy Week & Easter

March 24–31, 2024 Event

No matter where you go for Santa Pasqua in Sicily, you'll find a totally unique experience

Ypsigrock Festival

August 8–11, 2024 Event

Sicily hosts one of the most well-known indie and alternative festivals in Italy

Kitesurfing and Windsurfing

March–November Activity

Sicily boasts lots of excellent spots of kitesurfing and windsurfing

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