Valdemone Festival

The 16th edition of the Valdemone Festival was held in Pollina (PA) from 1 to 3 August 2025, featuring the novelty of artistic direction curated by the Municipality of Pollina. Three days of art, acrobatics, and culture from around the world, with free admission.

The programme brought together international companies and Sicilian artists: guests included the French company Surprise Effect with "We Connect the World 2.0", the Argentine Mencho Sosa with his "Football Show", the Chinese company Cho Kairin with extreme balancing acts, and the Familia Montes Morales (Spain/Brazil) with "Noches de Circo". The Italian company ArteMakìa presented three productions: "Soul of Nature", "On The Road", and "Mythos". Local talent was also showcased, with the Blue Stars Street Band and sand artist Stefania Bruno. Shows took place in the village squares and at the Teatro Pietrarosa.