Carnival of Flavors – Cannolo and Wine Festival
Edition 2026 Gastronomy Wine Local produce

Carnival of Flavors – Cannolo and Wine Festival

The cannolo and wine festival of Isola delle Femmine

Isola delle Femmine — Palermo (282) Since 2026
Dates 14 Feb — 15 Feb 2026
Location Isola delle Femmine (282)
Prices Free
Status Postponed

About Carnival of Flavors

The Carnival of Flavors is a vibrant new food, wine, and cultural event held in Isola delle Femmine, near Palermo, dedicated to the finest Sicilian traditions. Through art, poetry, and tastings, the festival celebrates the region's two most iconic culinary treasures: the cannolo and local wine. Organized by the Sikania Eventi association in partnership with the Pro Loco and supported by the local municipality, the festival brings Piazza Pittsburg and the small harbor to life with tastings, music, and cultural activities open to all.

A celebration of Sicilian excellence

The Carnival of Flavors – Cannolo and Wine Festival is a fresh food, wine, and cultural event taking place in Isola delle Femmine, a charming coastal town in the Metropolitan City of Palermo, Sicily. Born from an initiative by the Sikania Eventi E.T.S. association in collaboration with the Pro Loco of Isola delle Femmine and the local council, the festival aims to promote local traditions, artistic heritage, and the island's unique gastronomy.

Cannoli and wine take center stage

The heart of the event is the tasting of Sicilian cannoli and wine, two pillars of the island's culinary identity, offered to the public to celebrate the region's most representative delicacies. The tastings animate Piazza Pittsburg and the picturesque small harbor, which overlooks the sea facing the Isola delle Femmine nature reserve, creating a convivial atmosphere that blends flavor with stunning scenery.

Culture, art, and entertainment

The Carnival of Flavors is about more than just food. The program weaves together cultural and artistic moments: literary meetings, poetry readings, and art exhibitions hosted at the Pino Fortini Municipal Library, alongside dance performances, live music, and a food and drink area. The event unites cultural associations, institutions, and residents, serving as a catalyst for local development.

Isola delle Femmine: where sea meets tradition

Overlooking the Gulf of Palermo and famous for its nature reserve and the small island that gives it its name, Isola delle Femmine provides a breathtaking backdrop for the festival. This event is a new addition to the town's calendar, joining the rich tradition of cannolo festivals found throughout the Palermo area, from nearby Piana degli Albanesi to Casteldaccia.

For updated dates and programs, we recommend following the official channels of the Pro Loco of Isola delle Femmine and the organizers, as the event may be subject to changes or postponements due to weather conditions.

Carnival of Flavors — edition 2026

The 2026 edition of the Carnival of Flavors was scheduled for February 14 and 15 in Isola delle Femmine, but was postponed to a later date due to adverse weather conditions. The event, organized by Sikania Eventi with the Pro Loco and the local municipality, featured two days of culture and gastronomy.

The 2026 edition of the Carnival of Flavors – Cannolo and Wine Festival was initially set for February 14 and 15, 2026, in Isola delle Femmine.

The announced program included, on Saturday, February 14 at 10:00 AM, a cultural meeting at the Pino Fortini Municipal Library with poet and painter Serena Contino, who was to present poems from her book alongside an exhibition of her paintings. In the afternoon, activities were to continue in Piazza Pittsburg with a food and drink area and small tastings.

On Sunday, February 15, starting at 11:00 AM, the Cannolo and Wine Festival was planned in Piazza Pittsburg and at the harbor, lasting until approximately 1:00 PM.

Due to adverse weather conditions, the event was postponed to a later date. The event was subsequently held in the following weeks as the first edition of the island's flavor festival.

Programme Carnival of Flavors 2026

Saturday, February 14, 10:00 AM — Pino Fortini Municipal Library: cultural meeting with poet and painter Serena Contino and art exhibition; afternoon in Piazza Pittsburg with food and drink area and tastings. Sunday, February 15, from 11:00 AM to approx. 1:00 PM — Piazza Pittsburg and harbor: Cannolo and Wine Festival with tastings offered to the public.

Highlights Carnival of Flavors 2026

Tasting of Sicilian cannoli and wine; literary meeting and art exhibition with Serena Contino; food and drink area in Piazza Pittsburg; scenic setting by the harbor.

Prices Carnival of Flavors 2026

Free admission; tastings offered to the public.

Practical information — Carnival of Flavors

Getting there

Isola delle Femmine is located along the coast west of Palermo. By car, it can be reached via the A29 motorway (Isola delle Femmine exit); by train, via the Palermo–Trapani line (Isola delle Femmine station); and by plane, from Palermo Punta Raisi Airport, just a few kilometers away.

Location

Activities are concentrated in Piazza Pittsburg and the small harbor, with cultural events held at the Pino Fortini Municipal Library.

Admission

The event is free and open to the public, with complimentary tastings provided.

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Where does it take place — Carnival of Flavors

Piazza Pittsburg e porticciolo

Carnival of Flavors in brief

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