San Carlo Peach Festival
The peach festival in the village of San Carlo, nestled in the Sicani Mountains
Edition 2026 not confirmed to date
This edition has not been confirmed by the organiser to date. We recommend checking before going.
About San Carlo Peach Festival
The San Carlo Peach Festival
The San Carlo Peach Festival is one of the most cherished gastronomic events of the summer in the inland province of Palermo. It takes place in the village of San Carlo, a small hamlet within the municipality of Chiusa Sclafani, immersed in the landscape of the Sicani Mountains, just a few kilometers from the border with the province of Agrigento. Now a well-established event, it has become a classic fixture in the Sicilian festival calendar for August.
The peaches of San Carlo
The undisputed star of the festival is the peach, the cornerstone of the local agricultural economy. These fruits, grown in the fertile orchards lining the Sosio River, are renowned for their sweetness and fragrance. During the festival, peaches are served to visitors in numerous sweet and savory preparations, alongside other local delicacies such as cherries and products from the Monti di Palazzo Adriano and Valle del Sosio area. The tastings are the heart of the event, offering a chance to discover the authentic flavors of this corner of Sicily.
Patronal feast and tradition
The festival coincides with celebrations in honor of San Carlo Borromeo, the community's patron saint, whose feast day falls on the second Sunday of August. The village, founded in the 17th century, overlooks the striking Rupe di Cristia, topped by the ruins of an ancient fortification. The event thus blends religious devotion with local festivities, featuring moments of conviviality, evening musical entertainment, and performances that enliven the streets of the hamlet.
A village in the Sicani Mountains
Visiting the Peach Festival is also the perfect opportunity to discover Chiusa Sclafani and its surrounding area, rich in nature and tradition. The hamlet of San Carlo is located within the Monti di Palazzo Adriano and Valle del Sosio Nature Reserve, an area of great environmental and scenic value. The event serves as an important showcase for promoting local produce and supporting slow, rural tourism in inland Sicily.
San Carlo Peach Festival — edition 2026
The 2026 San Carlo Peach Festival is expected to take place, according to custom, on the second weekend of August in the village of San Carlo, a hamlet of Chiusa Sclafani (PA). At the moment, the dates and program for the 2026 edition have not yet been released. Continuing the tradition of previous years, the event will offer tastings of the renowned local peaches, samples of local products, evening musical entertainment, and celebrations for the patron saint, San Carlo Borromeo. It is recommended to check for updates on the official channels of the Municipality of Chiusa Sclafani.
Practical information — San Carlo Peach Festival
Location
The festival is held in the village of San Carlo, a hamlet of Chiusa Sclafani (PA), about 10 km from the town center, near the Sosio River.
When
Traditionally held on the second weekend of August, coinciding with the feast of the patron saint, San Carlo Borromeo. Dates for the 2026 edition have not yet been announced.
How to get there
Chiusa Sclafani can be reached by car via the SS118 and the provincial roads of the Palermo hinterland. The village of San Carlo is accessible by following local roads towards the Valle del Sosio.
Information
For details on dates and the program, it is recommended to check the official pages of the Municipality of Chiusa Sclafani.
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Where does it take place — San Carlo Peach Festival
Borgata di San Carlo