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AGIRA · A CALENDAR OF TRADITIONS

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Festivals tell the story of a place in a different way: through its flavours, rituals and the joy of coming together.

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A panorama of Agira, with historic-centre rooftops in the foreground and the castle on the hilltop.
Agira, between town and landscapePhotograph by Giuseppe Ricceri.

ON THE CALENDAR

A reason to come to Agira.

Join Sagra della Cassatella e le vie dei sapori from 13 to 15 November 2026 in Piazza Europa, Agira. Free admission.

Agira cassatelle dusted with icing sugar on a wooden board, one cut open to show its cocoa and almond filling.
Cassatella di AgiraPhoto by Giuseppe Ricceri.

01 / FLAVOURS AND TRADITIONS

The Cassatella Festival.

The 14th edition celebrates Agira’s signature pastry with three days of stands, live music, folklore, street food and children’s activities. Explore the full day-by-day programme.

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San Filippo Abbey and its bell tower among Agira’s rooftops.
The Royal Abbey of San Filippo in AgiraPhotograph by Filippo Anello.

02 / FAITH AND TRADITION

The feast of Saint Philip.

On 12 May, Agira celebrates Saint Philip, the town’s patron saint. The next feast will take place on 12 May 2027. The summer celebration is mainly for emigrants returning to Agira.

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The Nativity, during Agira’s Living Nativity.
The Nativity at Agira’s Living NativityPhotograph by Filippo Sanfilippo.

03 / CHRISTMAS EVE

Agira’s Living Nativity.

On the night of 24 December, Agira’s historic centre comes alive with costumed performers, workshops and traditional crafts. The route winds through the upper town, following Mary and Joseph towards the Nativity among the ruins of the medieval castle.

The event received the “Best Living Nativity in Italy” award for 2025/2026 at the 33rd Geraci Eventus Praesepium Meeting.

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An evening at Pub Nessun Dorma in Agira, with stone arches and red lighting.
An evening at Nessun DormaPub Nessun Dorma · Agira.

04 / THE NIGHT CONTINUES

Christmas at Nessun Dorma.

From 00:01 to 05:00 on 25 December 2026, the annual gathering at Pub Nessun Dorma, Via Cairoli 21. Free admission to continue Christmas night in Agira, including after a visit to the Living Nativity.

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Illustration of an evening celebrating bread and solidarity, with homemade loaves and traditional dishes.

05 / FOOD AND SOLIDARITY

Un Pane per la Vita.

On 5 January 2027, the upper historic centre hosts the 35th edition of Un Pane per la Vita — Bread for Life: an evening supporting UNICEF and children affected by war and famine.

Classic cars inside the Exhibition Pavilion during a previous edition of Motor Expo Agira.
Motor Expo Agira · Previous editionSource: Club Motori d’Epoca Agira · Facebook.

06 / MOTORING AND PASSION

Motor Expo Agira 2027.

The 27th Motor Expo Agira brings enthusiasts, collectors and curious visitors together at Agira’s Exhibition Pavilion. Organised by the Club Motori d’Epoca Agira, this swap meet celebrates classic cars, motorcycles, vintage objects and memorabilia.

The event is planned for March 2027, with free admission. Exact dates and the programme will be published once confirmed.

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KEEP EXPLORING

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