World Festival on the Beach
May
Beachside volleyball, surfing, golf, races and other entertainment.
Mondello
Website: www.festival.com

Festino di Santa Rosalia
July
Procession in honour of Palermo's patron saint, plus fireworks and street parties.
Throughout the city

Kals'Art
July-September
Music, theatre and various other cultural events taking place in the oldest district of Palermo, the Arab Kalsa.
La Kalsa
Website: www.kalsart.it

Pilgrimage to Monte Pellegrino
September
Pilgrimage to the shrine of Santa Rosalia, at the top of the mountain that overlooks the city.
Monte Pellegrino

Church Music Concerts in Monreale Cathedral
October-November
Music series taking place in the suburb's beautiful Cathedral.
Monreale

Day of the Dead
November
Festival to mark the day when the souls of dead relatives are thought to return to earth.
Across the city

Kals'Art Winter
December
Music, theatre and cultural events plus street lights.
La Kalsa