Cor Petrae - White Night of Petralia Soprana

Cor Petrae, the white night of Petralia Soprana

When darkness falls over the Madonie, the historic center of Petralia Soprana transforms into a vast open-air stage. Cor Petrae—whose name, from Latin, means "heart of stone" in homage to the village's own toponym—is the white night that fills the town's squares and alleys every summer until the first light of dawn. Live music, DJ sets, street performers, dancing, entertainment for the little ones, and plenty of great food: this is the formula that has drawn locals and visitors for years to one of Italy's most beautiful towns, already recognized as a 'Borgo dei Borghi'.

A village that comes alive at night

Petralia Soprana, in the province of Palermo, is one of the highest towns in the Madonie and preserves a maze of stone streets, churches, and palaces that serve as a natural backdrop for the event. During Cor Petrae, the various squares of the village simultaneously host stages and musical stations: you can move from one scene to another following the notes, from bands and covers to indie music, traditional ballroom dancing for enthusiasts, and DJ sets that keep the square dancing until dawn.

Music, art, and people

The festival's subtitle—"Music, art, and people"—encapsulates the spirit of the event: not just concerts, but also photography exhibitions, spaces dedicated to folklore and local excellence, family entertainment, and typical Madonie gastronomy. The event, promoted by the municipal administration of Petralia Soprana and organized by the Pro Loco, has grown edition after edition (from its restart in 2022 to the 3.0 and 4.0 versions), becoming a staple of the Madonie summer.

When it takes place

Cor Petrae is traditionally held around Ferragosto (mid-August), in the height of summer. The dates for the 2026 edition have not yet been announced: due to its recurring nature, the event is communicated by the Municipality and the Pro Loco a few weeks in advance, usually at the beginning of August.