Froscia and 'Ncannellata Festival
A journey through sweet and savory flavors in the heart of the Sicani Mountains
About Froscia Festival
The Froscia and 'Ncannellata Festival
The Froscia and 'Ncannellata Festival is a culinary and cultural event held in Alessandria della Rocca, a town in the Sicani Mountains in the province of Agrigento, Sicily. Established in 2025 by the local municipal administration and the Pro Loco, the festival highlights two traditional local dishes rooted in peasant cuisine and Easter festivities, turning them into the centerpiece of a grand village celebration filled with music, folklore, and conviviality.
The froscia and the 'ncannellata
The froscia is an ancient peasant dish, a stuffed omelet prepared with fresh eggs, peas, fava beans, wild asparagus, sheep's milk ricotta, and Sicani cheese, all seasoned with nepitella (calamint), a wild mint. Each ingredient carries symbolic value tied to the village's Easter traditions. The 'ncannellata is a typical almond-based pastry made with ground almonds, flour, and sugar, recognizable by its soft almond paste and distinctive white glaze: according to local legend, it was created by Sister Maria Cannella, who gave the sweet its name.
A widespread celebration along Via Roma
The heart of the festival is Via Roma and the historic center of Alessandria della Rocca, where food stalls are set up for tasting traditional dishes. Alongside the food, the program offers a rich calendar of entertainment: the A.C.A.M. "V. Bellini" town band, parades of Sicilian carts, flag-wavers and historical pageants, Bersaglieri fanfares, folk groups, and evening concerts in the square. There are also moments for reflection, such as the conference dedicated to cancer prevention and nutrition, reflecting the community's focus on the link between food and health.
The village of the Sicani Mountains
Nestled among the hills of the Agrigento hinterland, Alessandria della Rocca is a small town that preserves deeply rooted rural, religious, and gastronomic traditions. The festival is an opportunity to discover this authentic corner of Sicily, far from the main tourist circuits, and to rediscover flavors and knowledge passed down from generation to generation. The event is organized by the Pro Loco of Alessandria della Rocca together with the Municipality of Alessandria della Rocca and has already established itself, since its first edition, as one of the most cherished spring events in the Sicani Mountains area.
Froscia Festival — edition 2026
2026 Edition (2nd edition)
The second edition was held from Friday, May 8 to Sunday, May 10, 2026, organized by the Pro Loco and the Municipality of Alessandria della Rocca along Via Roma and the historic center.
Friday, May 8 - 7:00 PM inauguration with ribbon cutting and the A.C.A.M. "V. Bellini" band conducted by Maestro Francesco Garofalo; 7:30 PM opening of food stalls; 10:00 PM musical entertainment with the "Cento Quattro" Band in Piazza Cavour.
Saturday, May 9 - 10:30 AM parade of Sicilian carts; 12:30 PM show cooking by the I.I.S.S. Pirandello of Bivona; 5:00 PM Antica Ibla Major flag-wavers from Paternò and historical pageant; in the evening, choreographic gymnastics performance and "Noche de Fuego" party.
Sunday, May 10 - 10:30 AM vintage car rally and "Scibulunara" folk parade, with the conference "Cancer Prevention and Nutrition" in the council chamber; 5:00 PM Bersaglieri fanfare from Caltanissetta; 7:00 PM performance by the street band "Sikanian Brass".
Programme Froscia Festival 2026
- Friday, May 8 - 7:00 PM inauguration and A.C.A.M. "V. Bellini" band (cond. M° Francesco Garofalo); 7:30 PM food stalls open; 10:00 PM "Cento Quattro" Band in Piazza Cavour.
- Saturday, May 9 - 10:30 AM Sicilian Cart parade; 12:00 PM Radio Amica Live; 12:30 PM show cooking I.I.S.S. Pirandello Bivona; 5:00 PM Antica Ibla Major flag-wavers from Paternò and historical pageant; 7:30 PM stalls open; 9:30 PM choreographic gymnastics ACSD Chinesis Gymnasium; 10:00 PM "Noche de Fuego" party.
- Sunday, May 10 - 10:30 AM vintage car rally and "Scibulunara" folk parade; 10:30 AM conference "Cancer Prevention and Nutrition" (council chamber); 5:00 PM Bersaglieri fanfare from Caltanissetta; 7:00 PM street band "Sikanian Brass"; 7:30 PM stalls open.
Highlights Froscia Festival 2026
- Tasting of froscia and 'ncannellata along Via Roma
- Parade of Sicilian carts and historical pageants
- Antica Ibla Major flag-wavers from Paternò
- Bersaglieri fanfare from Caltanissetta
- Conference on cancer prevention and nutrition
Prices Froscia Festival 2026
Practical information — Froscia Festival
How to get there
Alessandria della Rocca is located in the hinterland of the Sicani Mountains, in the province of Agrigento. By car, it can be reached via the SS189 and the provincial roads connecting Agrigento to Palermo, passing through Bivona and Cammarata. The nearest train station is in Agrigento, from where you can continue by bus or car.
Admission and tastings
Admission to the festival is free. Tastings of the traditional dishes, froscia and 'ncannellata, are available at the food stalls along Via Roma via tickets or direct purchase.
Tips
Food stalls generally open in the evening, around 7:30 PM. It is recommended to check the official channels of the Municipality and the Pro Loco for updates on times and the program.
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Where does it take place — Froscia Festival
Via Roma e centro storico
Via Roma, 92010 Alessandria della Rocca