Ancient Fair of the Castle in Mussomeli

The Ancient Fair of the Castle in Mussomeli takes place in the month of September in the rural area at the foot of the Castle, on the occasion of the Feast of the Madonna del Castello and the castle celebrations.
This centenary fair is today one of the most important Sicilian fairs related to animal husbandry.
On the occasion of the event, moments of tasting of typical regional products are organised, Show Cooking, the Animated Castle event with a large historical procession, jugglers, musicians, flag-wavers and walk-ons, a photographic exhibition of the ancient fair and play area for children in contact with animals, artistic and entertainment shows.

Dates and Scheduling

1, 2 Sep 2025

Influencer Davide Gomiero will be present in the animal exhibition area, ready to meet fans, visitors, and curious onlookers to share experiences, smiles, and real-life stories.

2 Sep 2025

07:00 - 18:00 Religious Feast and Mass Celebration
A moment of faith and tradition with liturgies dedicated to the devotees.
 Scuderie del Castello

10:00 Opening of the market area
With stands of Slow Food presidia from all over Sicily,
organized by Castelfood Villaggio Slow Food Sicilia.
 Piazzale Castello

10:30 - 23:00 Animal Exhibition
Space with photographic exhibition of the ancient fair and play area for children in contact with the animals.
 Contrada Castello

12:30 Slow Food Workshop
Sustainable aperitifs: a convivial and farewell event,
organized by Castelfood Villaggio Slow Food Sicilia.
 Piazzale Castello

17:30 Workshop
The new tourist offering of the area,
with the participation of the GAL Terre del Nisseno.
 Contrada Castello

19:30 Religious festival
Religious procession of the Madonna delle Catene.
 Viale del Castello

21:00 Final tasting
Local cooked sheep with Slow Food products,
organized by Castelfood Villaggio Slow Food Sicilia.
 Contrada Castello

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