10 August 2025

Chaos and Wonder

Activities and Thematic Corners

Enjoy performances by artists who will mix music, breathtaking surprises and hilarious gags, and discover the fascinating thematic corners that will dot Gratteri.

Local Product Tastings

Taste the delicious typical dishes of Gratteri. You will be able to taste delicacies such as the 'vastedda fritta' and the 'cucchia', part of our culinary tradition.

Candlelight tours

Explore the old town of Gratteri on an evocative candlelight tour. Discover the secrets and stories that are hidden around every corner of our charming village.

Evento notturno a Gratteri Sicilia - Experience notturna Gratteri by night - feste e sagre nelle Madonie - candlelight experience

An unforgettable experience beneath the stars

Gratteri By Night is the event that allows you to immerse yourself in the local culture and traditions of one of the most fascinating villages in the Madonie Park. On a magical, candlelight night, you will discover a village suspended in time. Explore its cobbled streets, discover the products of local artisans, the guardians of ancient secrets and masters of techniques that stand the test of time, and delight your palate with traditional local dishes.

Map

Where tradition meets the enchantment of the night. Check out the map and find out all the useful information!

Live concerts

Enjoy an evening filled with entertainment with live music performances! Music will accompany the entire event, providing a magical and cheerful atmosphere for people of all ages.

Live music with Pierpaolo Manetta

Piazza Scala

At: 7 pm

Live music with I Fuoriprogramma

Piazza Mulinello

At: 8.30 pm

Live music with SpinRockets

Corso Umberto I

At: 10 pm

Line up with Dr Angël Dj and Dj Ar3m

Corso Umberto I

At: 12 am

Performances

Corso Umberto l at 6:30 pm

Samaki in 'Ragazza Confusa'

Samaki can do everything... or maybe she can't do anything. She tries it all and never seems to know where to start... in the end she mixes up all the worlds she feels part of and the result is a confusing but crackling mixture of energy.

Piazzetta Garibaldi at 7:30 pm

"Eterea" - giant bubble show

"Etherea" is not simply a giant bubble show. The artist, Agata Leale, uses these round, fleeting and colourful rainbows in the most diverse ways to create a dreamlike, magical and poetic scenario. The outcome is a show that is suitable for children but will also fascinate adults.

Corso Umberto l at 8:30 pm

“In Valigia…" comedy show by/with Mario Barnaba

“In valigia...”, the name of the show, is Monsieur Barnaba's joking way to play with his audience. In a succession of comic situations, clawnesque gags and juggling tricks, he gives his audience 45 minutes of pure fun.

Piazza Scala at 9:30 pm

"Ritual - Spettacolo di Danza con il Fuoco"

The handling of flames and the poetic play of the body give life to a real ritual that expresses itself in the flaming circle, in the contact with the earth, in the ritual dance that reconnects a person to their tribe.

Performances

Samaki in "Ragazza confusa"
Corso Umberto l at 6:30 pm

Samaki can do everything… or maybe she can’t do anything. She tries it all and never seems to know where to start… in the end she mixes up all the worlds she feels part of and the result is a confusing but crackling mixture of energy.

"Eterea" - giant bubble show
Piazzetta Garibaldi at 7:30 pm

“Etherea” is not simply a giant bubble show. The artist, Agata Leale, uses these round, fleeting and colourful rainbows in the most diverse ways to create a dreamlike, magical and poetic scenario. The outcome is a show that is suitable for children but will also fascinate adults.

“In Valigia…" comedy show by/with Mario Barnaba
Corso Umberto l at 8:30 pm

“In valigia…”, the name of the show, is Monsieur Barnaba’s joking way to play with his audience. In a succession of comic situations, clawnesque gags and juggling tricks, he gives his audience 45 minutes of pure fun.

"Ritual - Spettacolo di Danza con il Fuoco"
Piazza Scala at 9:30 pm

The handling of flames and the poetic play of the body give life to a real ritual that expresses itself in the flaming circle, in the contact with the earth, in the ritual dance that reconnects a person to their tribe.

Thematic corners

The most authentic Gratteri

THE REBIRTH OF GREENERY

Chiesa di San Giacomo

A space dedicated to nature, rebirth and the hope for a greener future.

THE STAIRWAY OF THE UNIVERSE

Chiesa di San Sebastiano

Journey through planets, stars and the mysteries of the cosmos.

SILENCE...

Via Carlo Alberto - Matrice Vecchia

A space to think about war and solidarity... between silences and strong symbols.

KNOT IN THE THROAT

Cortile Orologio

Touching installation against violence, between images and words.

AND WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT LOVE?

Piazzetta Garibaldi-Piazza Scala

A space to portray love in all its nuances.

Street Food e drink

Corso Umberto I - Piazza Mulinello

Dedicated dining areas.

What makes Gratteri so special?

Nestled in green hills and overlooking the stunning Gulf of Cefalù, Gratteri is an ancient village that maintains its ancient charm untouched. Keeper of centuries-old legends, romantic corners and breathtaking views, the town transforms every summer, offering visitors an even more magical atmosphere under the moonlight, amid tradition, beauty and enchan tment.

Gratteri Sicilia - paesi vicino Cefalù - feste e sagre nelle Madonie - beautiful places in sicily

Project co-financed by the Sicilian Region – Assessorato per le Attività Produttive – Iniziativa “Sicilia che piace” 2024 – Budget Chapter 342525

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