Pizza d'Autore Festival
The gourmet pizza village on the Milazzo seafront
Edition 2026 not confirmed to date
This edition has not been confirmed by the organiser to date. We recommend checking before going.
About Pizza d'Autore
The Pizza d'Autore Festival in Milazzo
The Pizza d'Autore Festival is one of the most popular food and wine events on the Tyrrhenian coast of Messina. Every year, it turns the picturesque Lungomare Garibaldi in Milazzo, in the heart of the province of Messina, Sicily, into a true pizza village, featuring stalls, cooking stations, tastings, and performances that bring spring evenings by the sea to life.
A vision by master Enzo Piedimonte
The event was born from an idea by master pizzaiolo Enzo Piedimonte, well-known to the general public for his television appearances and for curating the food area at Casa Sanremo. Under his direction, and with the patronage of the Municipality of Milazzo, the festival has achieved extraordinary popular success since its very first editions, attracting enthusiasts and curious visitors from all over Eastern Sicily.
Gourmet pizzaiolos and live cooking
The heart of the event is the competition between professional pizzaiolos, judged by an accredited jury across various categories. Over the years, the festival has hosted nationally renowned masters and pizza championship stars, featuring live cooking shows, contests, and awards. Among the most popular offerings are the pizza burger, pizza with red prawns from Mazara del Vallo, and gluten-free versions, designed to satisfy every palate.
Music, entertainment, and seaside atmosphere
In addition to the food, the festival offers live music, DJ sets, and entertainment, with stalls open from evening until late at night. The setting of the seafront, with the silhouette of the Castle and the Milazzo peninsula in the background, provides a unique atmosphere that makes this event a highly anticipated fixture in the Sicilian spring calendar.
A charitable mission
The Pizza d'Autore Festival stands out for its inclusive and charitable spirit: among the most touching initiatives are the live cooking shows involving special needs youth, who are invited to prepare pizzas alongside the organizers. It is a way to combine the pleasure of good food with a tangible message of hospitality and participation.
When it takes place
Historically, the festival is held in spring (between April and May) for four consecutive days on the Lungomare Garibaldi. The dates for the 2026 edition have not yet been officially announced: it is recommended to follow the official channels of the organizers and the Municipality of Milazzo for updates.
Pizza d'Autore — edition 2026
The Pizza d'Autore Festival is preparing for its fourth edition on the Lungomare Garibaldi in Milazzo. As of now, the dates and programme for the 2026 edition have not yet been officially announced by the organizers. Following the success of previous editions, the traditional spring format is expected, featuring competitions between professional pizzaiolos, live cooking, tastings, live music, and moments dedicated to inclusion and solidarity. To find out the final dates, guests, and programme, we recommend following the official channels of the Municipality of Milazzo and the organizer Enzo Piedimonte.
Practical information — Pizza d'Autore
Location
Lungomare Garibaldi (Marina Garibaldi), Milazzo (ME), Sicily. Stalls are usually open from evening until late at night.
How to get there
By car: from the A20 Messina-Palermo motorway, take the Milazzo exit, then follow signs for the town centre and the seafront. By train: Milazzo station on the Tyrrhenian line, just a few minutes from the centre. Nearest airports: Catania-Fontanarossa and Reggio Calabria.
Tips
The event takes place outdoors: in case of bad weather, evening schedules may be subject to change. It is advisable to check the final dates and programme on the official channels of the Municipality of Milazzo and the organizers before travelling.
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Where does it take place — Pizza d'Autore
Lungomare Garibaldi