In Vino Ghelas

A toast between history and community

In Vino Ghelas is one of the most anticipated and beloved summer events in Gela, in the province of Caltanissetta. The concept, simple yet powerful, is to combine wine, music, and art to bring citizens—especially the younger generation—back into the most beautiful and often neglected parts of the city. Each edition is much more than just an evening; it is a journey into beauty, an invitation to rediscover the territory with fresh eyes, accompanied by a glass of wine, great music, and a strong sense of community.

The Cambiamenti Association

The event was born and continues to grow thanks to the Cambiamenti cultural association, which has been committed for years to the social and cultural regeneration of the Gela area. The project is led by a group of young promoters, including president Giuseppe Perna, alongside Giuseppe Lo Grasso, Angelo Catalano, Samuele Caiola, Francesco Bernascone, Stefano Romano, and Simone De Lotto. Their goal is clear: to offer the people of Gela a chance for wholesome entertainment in some of the city's most fascinating locations, modeled after similar initiatives held at archaeological sites worldwide.

Changing venues

One of the hallmarks of In Vino Ghelas is its itinerant nature. Starting from Via Filippo Morello, the event has moved through various iconic locations in the city center over the years: the Villa Comunale (which has hosted multiple editions), the Belvedere, and the evocative Timoleontean Walls, part of Gela's archaeological area. These ancient walls, linked to the Corinthian general Timoleon who rebuilt the Greek city, have become the most recent backdrop for the festival, thanks to a collaboration with the Archaeological Park.

Wine, music, and sustainability

The stars of the evening are the local wineries and wine producers, who guide the public through a tasting journey of local oenological excellence. Among them, Casa Grazia stands out as a Gela-based brand representing the best of the region's winemaking. The experience is further enriched by live music and a growing commitment to sustainability: thanks to a partnership with Impianti SRR ATO4 CL SUD, recent editions have hosted activities dedicated to environmental awareness, confirming the event's increasingly conscious vocation.

• Location: Timoleontean Walls and other sites in the center of Gela
• When: August
• Organization: Cambiamenti Cultural Association
• Theme: Oenoculture, live music, heritage valorization

In Vino Ghelas has become an identity-defining event for Gela and the entire province of Caltanissetta, capable of attracting hundreds of participants and transforming a simple tasting into a moment of cultural rediscovery and civic pride.