'A Fera di Strasatti – Mechanical and Agricultural Exhibition

'A Fera di Strasatti, the agricultural heart of the Marsala summer

In the village of Strasatti, in the southern part of the Marsala municipality (Trapani province, Sicily), the 'A Fera di Strasatti takes place every summer. This historic Mechanical and Agricultural Exhibition has been drawing visitors from across the province and beyond for over seventy years. Held in Piazza Fiera di Strasatti, the event transforms the village for five days into a vibrant hub of celebration, work, and tradition.

A history dating back to 1950

The fair was founded in 1950, when the local community organized a door-to-door fundraiser to create an event for trading local produce and, above all, livestock. It was such a success that by 1951, the event was added to the official national calendar of fairs. Born as a recovery initiative in the difficult post-war Sicilian period, the village of Strasatti became a reference point for agricultural trade, attracting deals from other provinces of the island.

From livestock to agricultural machinery

Starting in the 1960s, the fair evolved with the times: livestock gradually lost importance as mechanization developed, and tillers, tractors, and agricultural machinery became the true stars. This is how the event took on its current form as a mechanical and agricultural exhibition, dedicated to industry companies, displays of vehicles and equipment, as well as conferences and discussions on the world of agriculture.

Tradition, flavors, and entertainment

Alongside the agricultural aspect, 'A Fera di Strasatti offers a rich array of initiatives that make it a true popular festival: craft trails, bicycle excursions, musical and sporting events, and evenings dedicated to local talent and the youth of the village and Marsala. There is no shortage of tastings of local specialties, from the famous Marsala wine to Sicilian street food like panelle, arancine, and cannoli, which enliven the evenings alongside live music and shows.

A community celebration

The 2026 edition marks the 74th year of the exhibition, organized by the 'A Fera di Strasatti Committee with the involvement of dozens of volunteers, associations, and local businesses. The artistic direction is entrusted to the comedy duo Trikke e Due (Enzo Amato Màs and Nicola Anastasi). More than just an event, 'A Fera remains a defining tradition that weaves together farming heritage, popular culture, and a sense of belonging for the entire community of Marsala and the province of Trapani.