Regalbuto Olive Oil Festival

A festival dedicated to Sicily's green gold

The Regalbuto Olive Oil Festival is a food and wine event held every December in Regalbuto, a small town in the province of Enna located in the heart of Sicily, on the shores of Lake Pozzillo. Established in 2022, the festival is dedicated to promoting the extra virgin olive oil produced in this region—where olive cultivation has ancient roots—as well as local agricultural products, with a special focus on quality and organic production.

What to expect

For three days, the historic center of Regalbuto, particularly Piazza della Repubblica, comes alive with stands from local oil producers and artisans. Visitors can sample the new season's oil, discover local specialties, and enjoy a packed program of events:

• Cooking shows and culinary demonstrations by local chefs and culinary associations;
• Guided tastings and masterclasses on food and oil pairings;
• Meetings and conferences dedicated to olive growing and oleotourism;
• Craft workshops, exhibitions, and sales of local products, hobbies, and crafts;
• Markets, live music, and entertainment for children.

The Christmas Village

As the holidays approach, the festival also features its Christmas Village, where Sicilian delicacies are paired with Christmas carols to create a joyful atmosphere in anticipation of the festive season. This combination of promoting extra virgin olive oil and the holiday spirit makes the event a cherished appointment for the Regalbuto community and visitors from the Enna hinterland.

A territory with a strong olive-growing tradition

Regalbuto, with its Roman origins and medieval past, has always been linked to olive cultivation. The Regalbuto Olive Oil Festival was created precisely to share and promote this tradition, connecting producers, oil mills, trade associations, and the municipal administration. Over the years, the event has seen the participation of industry leaders such as APO Catania and Apolio, as well as chefs and experts who have hosted conferences and book presentations on the theme of olive oil and oleotourism in Sicily.