San Martino nel Borgo
The new wine festival in the village of San Marco d'Alunzio
Edition 2026 not confirmed to date
This edition has not been confirmed by the organiser to date. We recommend checking before going.
About San Martino nel Borgo
San Martino nel Borgo in San Marco d'Alunzio
San Martino nel Borgo is the festival dedicated to new wine that brings the historic center of San Marco d'Alunzio to life every November. This charming village in the province of Messina is perched at an altitude of over 500 meters in the heart of the Nebrodi Park. The event celebrates the feast of Saint Martin, traditionally linked in rural culture to the ripening of the must and the opening of the first barrels of new wine.
A food and wine journey in the heart of the village
Along Via Aluntina and through the village's characteristic paved streets, stairways, and alleys, food and wine stalls are set up featuring local specialties from the Aluntino area, alongside some of the best Sicilian wineries. Visitors can sample local products paired with new wine, discovering the authentic flavors of the Nebrodi region.
The wine fountain and traditions
The most anticipated and symbolic moment is the historic Fontana Divina Aluntium: during the festival, red wine flows from the fountain instead of water, offering visitors a unique experience of conviviality. The event also includes a competition for local home winemakers, with entries evaluated by a panel of experts.
Music, folklore, and entertainment
The days are filled with musical performances, folk shows, children's entertainment, exhibitions, and roaming folk music that winds through the town center. The village, with its medieval atmosphere and monuments, provides a natural backdrop for the event.
San Marco d'Alunzio, a jewel of the Nebrodi
Founded on the site of the ancient Greek city of Haluntium, San Marco d'Alunzio is famous for its red marble and extraordinary historical and artistic heritage, ranging from the Hellenistic temple of Hercules to the numerous churches that dot the village. Visiting San Martino nel Borgo means combining a culinary experience with the discovery of one of Sicily's most fascinating villages, in a town that has made the preservation of its historic center and traditions a point of pride.
San Martino nel Borgo — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of San Martino nel Borgo in San Marco d'Alunzio (ME) is scheduled for November, in line with previous editions. The official dates and the 2026 program have not yet been announced by the organizers at the time of publication. Following tradition, the structure of the new wine festival is confirmed: a food and wine trail along Via Aluntina, tastings of typical Nebrodi products, the historic Fontana Divina Aluntium flowing with red wine, the competition for home winemakers, and entertainment with folk music and traditional shows in the village's historic center.
Practical information — San Martino nel Borgo
When
The festival takes place in November, generally mid-month, coinciding with the feast of Saint Martin. The dates for the 2026 edition have not yet been announced by the organizers.
Where
Historic center of San Marco d'Alunzio (ME), along Via Aluntina and the village squares, within the Nebrodi Park.
How to get there
By car: take the Sant'Agata di Militello exit on the A20 Messina-Palermo motorway, then follow the local road to San Marco d'Alunzio (approx. 15-20 minutes). By train: Sant'Agata di Militello station on the Tyrrhenian line, then continue by bus or taxi to the village.
Admission
Access to the event and the route through the village streets is free; tastings at the stalls require payment.
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Where does it take place — San Martino nel Borgo
Centro storico - Via Aluntina