International Street Food Catania - Castello Ursino

A feast of flavors in the heart of Catania

The International Street Food Catania is the Sicilian leg of the major traveling gastronomic tour bringing the best of national and international street food to all of Italy. In Catania, the event takes place in one of the city's most scenic squares, Piazza Federico di Svevia, which opens up at the foot of the majestic Castello Ursino, a 13th-century Swabian fortress in the heart of Catania's historic center, Sicily.

What the event offers

For a few days, the square transforms into a large open-air culinary village, with stalls and food trucks arriving from various Italian regions and numerous countries around the world. Visitors can stroll among the stalls, sampling different dishes and discovering the culinary fusions that make this format unique.

• The best international street food, selected along the national tour;
• Craft beer from Italian and international microbreweries;
• Traditional desserts from Italy and abroad;
• Gluten-free options, including gluten-free beer, for an inclusive event.

A unique historical setting

Hosting a street food event in front of Castello Ursino means combining the conviviality of street food with the charm of Catania's monumental heritage. The spacious, pedestrian-friendly square welcomes families, young people, and curious foodies in an informal and festive atmosphere, with music and lights enlivening the evenings until late.

An event for the whole city

Thanks to free admission and its central location, the International Street Food festival has become one of the most anticipated events on the Catania food and wine calendar, attracting a large and diverse audience. It is the perfect opportunity for a different kind of evening, filled with global flavors, craft beers, and the unmistakable vibrancy of Catania.