San Martino Fest

An autumn festival in the heart of Milazzo

The San Martino Fest is one of the most cherished autumn events in Milazzo, a city on the Tyrrhenian coast in the province of Messina, Sicily. Every year, around the feast of Saint Martin, the central Piazza San Papino transforms into a vibrant festival hub in front of the Church of the Santissimo Crocifisso, featuring food stalls, music, and widespread community participation.

New wine and chestnuts, the stars of the show

True to the traditions associated with Saint Martin, new wine and roasted chestnuts are the undisputed stars of the day. Food stalls also offer sausage sandwiches, French fries, Sicilian cannoli, and other local specialties, creating an atmosphere of joy and conviviality that draws visitors from across the Milazzo area.

Music, crafts, and family activities

Alongside the food and wine, the San Martino Fest program features live music with local artists and bands, performances, craft and hobby stalls, and activities dedicated to children. In recent years, the festival has also included a football tournament, the San Martino Cup, with team presentations on the main stage.

A charitable event

San Martino Fest is more than just fun: the event, organized by the San Martino Fest Cultural Association together with the SS. Crocifisso Parish, has a strong commitment to charity. Proceeds from the festival and the raffle are donated to scholarships, educational materials for school inclusion, and support for families in need within the local area.

Institutional support

The event is held under the patronage of the Municipality of Milazzo, the Metropolitan City of Messina, and the Regional Department of Tourism, Sport, and Entertainment of the Sicilian Region, confirming the festival's deep roots in the cultural and social life of the local community.