Pizza Festival
When Naples meets Palermo: the pizza festival in the heart of Campofelice di Roccella
Edition 2026 not confirmed to date
This edition has not been confirmed by the organiser to date. We recommend checking before going.
About Pizza Festival
The pizza festival in Campofelice di Roccella
The Pizza Festival is one of the most anticipated autumn food events in the municipality of Campofelice di Roccella, a small town on the Tyrrhenian coast in the province of Palermo, overlooking the sea between Cefalù and Termini Imerese. Established in 2023 by the Pro Loco Campofelice di Roccella APS, the event immediately gained a large following and has been repeated in subsequent years, becoming a small classic in the Sicilian festival calendar.
Naples meets Palermo
The heart of the festival is the 'Naples meets Palermo' concept: master pizza makers from Campania and Sicily face off in the same square, comparing two great pizza traditions. The delegation from the Accademia Pizzaioli Partenopei brings the authentic Neapolitan school to Sicily, with dough prepared and baked strictly in wood-fired ovens. Visitors can taste the classic margherita, pizza with sausage and friarielli, the famous fried pizza, and specialties like the 'Bombetta'. Gluten-free pizza is also available for those with celiac disease.
Products and raw materials
Quality is one of the festival's hallmarks. The stalls feature selected flours, traditional Campania tomatoes, Neapolitan mozzarella and basil, alongside Sicilian grains and typical local products. The result is a journey through the flavors of the Tyrrhenian Sea, from Campania to Sicily, told through the most popular of all Italian dishes.
Music, shows, and atmosphere
In addition to the culinary aspect, the Pizza Festival offers several evenings of entertainment: live music, DJ sets, acrobatic pizza performances, jugglers, and family-friendly activities. The streets and squares of the center of Campofelice di Roccella fill with aromas, lights, and people, in a festive atmosphere that involves residents and visitors from all over Sicily.
When it takes place
The festival is traditionally held in autumn, between October and the first days of November. The dates for the 2026 edition have not yet been announced by the organizers: it is best to follow the official Pro Loco channels to learn about the program as soon as it is released.
Pizza Festival — edition 2026
The dates for the 2026 edition of the Pizza Festival have not yet been announced. The event is usually held in autumn, between October and early November, in the center of Campofelice di Roccella (Palermo). The detailed program will be made public by the Pro Loco in the weeks leading up to the event.
Practical information — Pizza Festival
How to get there
Campofelice di Roccella is located on the Tyrrhenian coast in the province of Palermo. By car, it can be reached via the A19/A20 Palermo-Messina motorway, taking the Buonfornello/Campofelice exit. By train, the Campofelice di Roccella station is served by the Palermo-Messina Tyrrhenian line.
Admission
The event takes place in public spaces within the town center. Admission to the festival area is generally free; pizza tastings and drinks are paid for directly at the food stalls.
Tips
The event is very popular in the evenings: it is advisable to arrive early to find a spot. For updated dates and the program for the 2026 edition, we recommend checking the Pro Loco Campofelice di Roccella Facebook page.
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Where does it take place — Pizza Festival
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