Grotte Carnival
The Grotte Carnival featuring masks, allegorical floats, and street parties
About Grotte Carnival
The Grotte Carnival
The Grotte Carnival is the main carnival celebration in the municipality of Grotte, a small town in the Agrigento hinterland in the province of Agrigento, in the heart of Sicily. It is an event that has truly found its identity over the last decade, growing thanks to the commitment of local administrations and associations to become one of the most cherished winter traditions in Grotte.
Masks, floats, and street parties
The heart of the festival is the masked parade through the town streets: the main street and Piazza Umberto I fill with costumed groups, colorful outfits, and themed allegorical floats, creating an atmosphere of joy and togetherness that involves families, children, and young people alike. Over the years, the event has been enriched with DJ sets, dancing, and musical performances, turning public spaces into a massive party venue.
Awards and tradition
The day traditionally concludes with an evening celebration and the awards ceremony for the competing categories: best mask, best allegorical float, and best costumed group. It is this participatory and popular spirit that makes the Grotte Carnival a defining moment for the Grotte community.
A festival for the whole community
Alongside the main parade, there are initiatives dedicated to children and families, such as the Coriandoli a catinelle party promoted by the Youth Council, designed as a safe and carefree space for the little ones. The event is organized by the Muoviti Grotte Social Promotion Association with the support of the Municipality of Grotte and the Department of Entertainment, representing an opportunity to discover the most authentic side of Sicily, where small-town festivals remain a living heritage.
Grotte Carnival — edition 2026
The 2026 Grotte Carnival was held on Sunday, February 15, 2026, through the streets of Grotte, in the province of Agrigento. The event, organized by the Muoviti Grotte Social Promotion Association, brought the main street and Piazza Umberto I to life with a "whirlwind of colors, masks, dancing, and music," drawing a large crowd.
At the same time, the Youth Council hosted Coriandoli a catinelle, a carnival party dedicated to children and families, designed as a space for carefree fun amidst colorful confetti.
Programme Grotte Carnival 2026
Sunday, February 15, 2026
- Masked parade and street party along the main street and in Piazza Umberto I, with dancing and music.
- Coriandoli a catinelle — carnival party for children, organized by the Youth Council.
The event was held under the supervision of the Local Police and Carabinieri. Detailed schedules were not published.
Highlights Grotte Carnival 2026
Prices Grotte Carnival 2026
Practical information — Grotte Carnival
Where
The Grotte Carnival takes place in the center of Grotte (AG), along the main street and in Piazza Umberto I.
How to get there
Grotte is located in the Agrigento hinterland, about 20 km from Agrigento. By car, it can be reached via the SS189 (Agrigento-Palermo) and local provincial roads. The nearest train station is Grotte-Racalmuto on the Agrigento-Caltanissetta line.
Information
Municipality of Grotte, Piazza Umberto I, tel. +39 0922 947511. Organized by the Muoviti Grotte Association.
Costs
The event takes place in the town's public spaces and is free and open to the public.
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Where does it take place — Grotte Carnival
Corso Garibaldi e Piazza Umberto I
Piazza Umberto I, 92020 Grotte