Gioiosa Gustosa
The food and wine festival celebrating the flavors of the Nebrodi mountains in the heart of Gioiosa Marea
About Gioiosa Gustosa
A festival of taste on the Nebrodi coast
Gioiosa Gustosa is the premier food and wine event in Gioiosa Marea, a charming seaside village in the province of Messina, overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea at the foot of the Nebrodi mountains. Every summer, for three evenings, the historic center and the central Piazza Cavour come alive with wooden stalls, vendors, and enticing aromas: a true culinary itinerary unfolds through the town streets, celebrating the authentic flavors of north-eastern Sicily.
What to discover along the route
The heart of the event lies in the dozens of exhibitors animating the village: local farmers, artisans, restaurateurs, and pastry chefs, joined by the Slow Food Presidia of the Nebrodi. Along the food and wine route, you can sample:
- Sicilian street food, from arancini to pane e panelle;
- Meat and fish specialties, cheeses, honey, and locally sourced preserves;
- Artisanal bread, desserts, and typical products from the Messina area;
- Sicilian wines, olive oils, and craft beers.
Alongside the tastings, there are workshops, exhibitions, cultural moments, and musical performances that keep the evenings lively until late.
Between taste, music, and culture
Gioiosa Gustosa is more than just food and wine: every edition features concerts, folk groups, street performers, and themed meetings, creating a festive atmosphere that engages both residents and visitors. The event is organized by the Associazione Gioiosa Gustosa in collaboration with the Municipality of Gioiosa Marea, Slow Food, CNA Sicilia, and the Pro Loco, and has become one of the most anticipated summer events on the Tyrrhenian coast of Messina over the years.
A village to experience
Visiting Gioiosa Gustosa is also the perfect opportunity to discover Gioiosa Marea, its beaches, and the inland Nebrodi area. Admission is free, and the event, held in the town center, is easily accessible; shuttle services from nearby tourist resorts are often available during the evenings.
Gioiosa Gustosa — edition 2026
From July 24 to 26, 2026, Gioiosa Marea hosts the 13th edition of Gioiosa Gustosa, confirming the summer appointment with the food and wine festival of the Tyrrhenian coast of Messina. For three evenings, the historic center and Piazza Cavour transform into a culinary route with dozens of exhibitors, Nebrodi Slow Food Presidia, Sicilian street food, typical products, and local crafts.
As per tradition, tastings will be accompanied by musical performances, folk groups, street artists, and cultural moments. The detailed 2026 program, including the evening schedule and guests, will be published by the Associazione Gioiosa Gustosa in the weeks preceding the event. Admission is free.
Programme Gioiosa Gustosa 2026
The detailed program for the 2026 edition has not yet been published. The organization will announce the schedule for the three evenings, the exhibitors, and the musical guests in the weeks leading up to the event.
Based on previous editions, the event spans three evenings (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) starting in the evening: a food and wine route with dozens of stands, Nebrodi Slow Food Presidia, Sicilian street food, workshops, exhibitions, folk groups, street artists, and live concerts.
Highlights Gioiosa Gustosa 2026
- 13th edition of the Gioiosa Marea food and wine festival.
- Dozens of exhibitors including local farmers, artisans, and restaurateurs.
- Nebrodi Slow Food Presidia and locally sourced typical products.
- Three evenings of taste, live music, and culture.
Prices Gioiosa Gustosa 2026
Practical information — Gioiosa Gustosa
Where
Historic center and Piazza Cavour, Gioiosa Marea (ME), Sicily.
How to get there
By car: A20 Messina-Palermo motorway, take the Brolo-Capo d'Orlando or Patti exit, then follow the SS113. By train: Gioiosa Marea station on the Messina-Palermo Tyrrhenian line. Nearest airports: Catania-Fontanarossa and Palermo-Punta Raisi.
Admission and hours
Free admission. The evenings generally run from dusk until late at night. In previous editions, evening shuttles were available from local tourist resorts.
Contacts
Associazione Gioiosa Gustosa — email [email protected], tel. +39 334 9182295.
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Where does it take place — Gioiosa Gustosa
Centro storico e Piazza Cavour
Piazza Cavour, 98063 Gioiosa Marea