The 2024 “Almond Blossom” Festival in Agrigento: A Celebration of the Sicilian Spring
Every year, in Agrigento and the Valley of the Temples, one of the most anticipated and fascinating events in the region takes place: the
“Almond Blossom” Festival. This annual celebration is dedicated to the beauty of the almond blossoms, which begin to bloom in the first days of February, transforming the Agrigento landscapes into an explosion of white and pink petals.
Almond Blossom Festival History
The “Almond Blossom Festival” has deep roots in Sicilian history and culture. The tradition of celebrating the blossoming of almond trees has ancient origins and symbolizes the rebirth of nature after the harsh winter. This festival has become an icon of Sicilian spring, attracting visitors from all corners of the world eager to immerse themselves in the beauty and cultural richness of the island.
Almond Blossom Festival Dates 2024
This year’s festival is carefully planned to allow visitors to take full advantage of the magnificent almond blossom. From March 9-17, 2024, Agrigento will be turned into a paradise of petals, offering guests a one-of-a-kind experience.
The “Almond Blossom” Festival welcomes a variety of participants, making for a vibrant and multicultural atmosphere. Local and international artists, musicians, folk groups, chefs and local food producers come together to make the festival a true show of talent and creativity. It is this diversity that contributes to making the event diverse and suitable for all tastes.
Almond Blossom Festival 2024 program
Saturday, February 24th
- 9:00 PM – Pirandello Theater: “Waiting for the Almond Blossom Festival” – Traditions, memories, and emotions.
Saturday, March 9th
- 9:00 PM – Pirandello Theater: Ethnic Music Concert.
Sunday, March 10th
- 10:00 AM – From Piazza Pirandello to Piazza Cavour: Parade of International, Regional, and Children’s Folk Groups. Exhibition at Piazza Cavour: “Children of the World” Folk Groups.
- 4:00 PM – Exhibition at Piazza Cavour: Regional Folk Groups.
- 8:30 PM – Pirandello Theater: 21st International Festival “Children of the World.”
Monday, March 11th
- 9:30 AM – Palacongressi: School Performance.
- 11:00 AM – From Piazza Pirandello to Piazza Cavour: Parade of International Folk Groups. Exhibition at Piazza Cavour: International Folk Groups.
- 4:30 PM – From Piazza Pirandello to Piazza Cavour: Parade of International Folk Groups. Exhibition at Piazza Cavour: International Folk Groups.
Tuesday, March 12th
- 9:30 AM – Palacongressi: School Performance.
- 11:00 AM – From Piazza Pirandello to Piazza Cavour: Parade of International Folk Groups. Exhibition at Piazza Cavour: International Folk Groups.
- 3:00 PM – Archaeological Museum “Griffo”: Conference “Scenarios of Peace – The Role of Peoples and Culture.”
- 5:00 PM – San Nicola Church: Gathering of international Folk groups and children.
- 5:30 PM – Decumanus Itinerary: Ceremony at the Temple of Concordia. Lighting of the Friendship Tripod.
Wednesday, March 13th
- 9:30 AM – Palacongressi: School Performance.
- 11:00 AM – From Piazza Pirandello to Piazza Cavour: Parade of International Folk Groups. Exhibition at Piazza Cavour: International Folk Groups.
- 4:30 PM – From Piazza Pirandello to Piazza Cavour: Parade of International Folk Groups. Exhibition at Piazza Cavour: International Folk Groups.
- 8:30 PM – Pirandello Theater: Europa Folk – Performance by folk groups from Georgia, Poland, and Serbia.
Thursday, March 14th
- 9:30 AM – Palacongressi: School Performance.
- 11:00 AM – From Piazza Pirandello to Piazza Cavour: Parade of International Folk Groups. Exhibition at Piazza Cavour: International Folk Groups.
- 4:30 PM – From Piazza Pirandello to Piazza Cavour: Parade of International Folk Groups. Exhibition at Piazza Cavour: International Folk Groups.
- 8:30 PM – Archaeological Museum Pietro Griffo: Gala 21st Festival “Children of the World” – “Claudio Criscenzo” Award.
- 9:00 PM – Via Atenea: Street Folk Festival – City Celebration.
Friday, March 15th
- 10:00 AM – Prefecture: Reception Ceremony for International Folk Groups. Gift Exchange.
- 11:00 AM – From Piazza Pirandello to Piazza Cavour: Parade of International Folk Groups. Exhibition at Piazza Cavour: International Folk Groups.
- 5:00 PM – Piazza Pirandello: Mayor’s Greeting and Friendship Torchlight Procession. Parade of international folk groups and children from Piazza Pirandello to Piazza Esseneto.
- 9:00 PM – 9:00 PM – Palacongressi 66th International Folklore Festival. Presented by: Chiara Squaglia and Riccardo Gaz.
Saturday, March 16th
- 10:00 AM – Regional Tourist Service: Reception Ceremony for International Folk Groups. Gift Exchange.
- 10:30 AM – Via Sacra, Valley of the Temples: Via Sacra, Valley of the Temples: 21st International Festival “Children of the World” “Walk of Peace and Brotherhood.”
- 11:00 AM – From Piazza Pirandello to Piazza Cavour: Parade of International Folk Groups. Exhibition at Piazza Cavour: International Folk Groups.
- 4:00 PM – Palacongressi: 66th International Folklore Festival. Presented by: Chiara Squaglia and Riccardo Gaz
- 5:00 PM – From Piazza Pirandello to Piazza Cavour. Parade of Musical Bands.
- 9:00 PM – Palacongressi: 66th International Folklore Festival. Presented by: Chiara Squaglia and Riccardo Gaz
- 9:30 PM – Via Atenea: Almond Tree Night – White Night.
Sunday, March 17th
- 9:00 AM – From Piazza Pirandello to Viale della Vittoria: Parade of international folk groups, children, bands, and Sicilian carts.
- 2:00 PM – Temple of Concordia: Final Ceremony and Presentation of the Golden Temple 2024. Exhibition of folk groups and award ceremonies. Presented by: Chiara Squaglia and Riccardo Gaz.
Events: The Almond Blossom Festival
Tickets for the shows and special trains to Agrigento and the Valley of the Temples
