Festival of the Dead
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Festival of the Dead

31 Oct 2025 — 02 Nov 2025
Monreale — Palermo (282)

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Edition 2025 — Festival of the Dead

The third edition of the Monreale Festival of the Dead took place from October 31 to November 2, 2025, in Piazza Guglielmo II, from 10:30 AM to 10:00 PM. Three days of festivities with stalls of traditional Sicilian sweets (pupaccena and frutta di martorana), live music, performances, and a Kids Area with mascots, workshops, and animated film screenings. Free admission.

The third edition of the Festival of the Dead in Monreale was held from October 31 to November 2, 2025, in Piazza Guglielmo II, with continuous hours from 10:30 AM to 10:00 PM. The square was transformed into a village dedicated to the Sicilian tradition of the deceased, with stalls of traditional sweets such as pupaccena and frutta di martorana.

The program offered live music, entertainment, and performances for all ages, as well as a rich Kids Area with cartoon mascots, creative workshops, games, and animated film screenings. The event was organized by Smile and Kids Party in collaboration with the Taccorosso Cultural Association and under the patronage of the Municipality of Monreale. Free admission.

Where does it take place — Festival of the Dead

Piazza Guglielmo II

Festival of the Dead in brief

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