Busiata Festival in the Village

The 21st edition of the Busiata Festival was held in Salemi (Trapani) from August 5th to 8th, 2025, with the historic center entirely dedicated to the celebration, from the Norman-Swabian Castle to Piazza Libertà. Eleven food stations were distributed along the route, each with a different busiata recipe signed by local restaurateurs, chefs, and producers, ranging from Trapani pesto to whole-wheat, egg-based, and gluten-free versions.

The opening evening on August 5th featured a cooking show by Giusina Battaglia and entertainment by Radio Time 90. From August 6th to 8th, the 25th "Alberto Favara" International Folklore Festival took place, with international folk groups, while the Sud Street Band enlivened the village streets with street music. There were also busiata workshops for children and special openings of the museum complex, the Castle, and the Mother Church. A plate of busiata with local wine cost 7 euros (8 euros for the gluten-free version), while admission to the event was free.

August 5th, 2025 — Opening Evening

• Cooking show with Giusina Battaglia
• Musical entertainment by Radio Time 90
• Tasting stations open from 6:00 PM

August 6th-8th, 2025

• 25th "Alberto Favara" International Folklore Festival with international folk groups
• Street music by the Sud Street Band through the streets of the historic center
• Eleven stations with busiata in different versions, from Trapani pesto to gluten-free options
• Busiata workshops for children and special openings of museums, the Castle, and the Mother Church