Impronte – Experiential Festival

Impronte, the experiential festival at the gates of Catania

Impronte is the experiential festival conceived and organized by effettoetneo, bringing together all the core elements of the project—body, creativity, words, nature, music, and connection—in a single day. The setting is Parco Paternò del Toscano, a secret urban park nestled in the greenery of Sant'Agata li Battiati, in the province of Catania, just outside the city. More than just an event, Impronte is designed as a space to be explored freely, where every person can choose how to experience their day.

A day to live at your own pace

The festival's philosophy is rooted in reconnection: with the body, with nature, and with others. You can join a workshop, read on the lawn, paint freely, or let yourself be guided by a wellness practice, an astrological reading, or an unexpected encounter. The program alternates between ongoing activities included in the admission price and bookable sessions, allowing everyone to tailor their own experience.

Wellness, workshops, and creativity

• Yoga and sound meditation: an immersive practice blending body, breath, and vibration
• Craft workshops: beeswax, botanical cyanotype, and terrarium making
• Traditional Sicilian cuisine featuring fresh pasta, focaccia, and wood-fired oven specialties
• Free painting and botanical drawing, astrological and tarot readings
• Botanical hairstyling and shared reading moments on the lawn

Music and atmosphere

The day's soundtrack accompanies participants until evening with live music and DJ sets, while a food & beverage area offers a selection of local food and drinks. The atmosphere is that of a relaxed, participatory outdoor event designed for families, curious minds, and anyone looking for a different way to spend their leisure time.

An event rooted in the Etna region

Impronte celebrates the Municipality of Sant'Agata li Battiati and its green space, helping to showcase a little-known corner of the province of Catania, in Sicily. The festival is part of the new wave of independent Etna-based events, providing a platform for local practitioners, artists, and artisans to create a collective experience that blends wellness, culture, and nature.