Held since 1986 in the cool volcanic soil of the Etna foothills — Maletto's strawberries, prized for their intense sweetness, take over the town's main squares for three days, with a giant strawberry cake given free to every visitor, a 'Miss Fragolina' pageant, and a communal maccheronata alongside guided tours of the town's Rocca del Castello.
DatesJul 24 – 26
Edition39th
OrganizerComune di Maletto, with Pro Loco Maletto and the patronage of Regione Siciliana
Food FocusFragola di Maletto
Nearest airportCatania Airport (Fontanarossa) (CTA)
GPS37.8417, 14.8167
Nearest provincial capitalCatania · ~61 km · approx 1.1h drive
Nearest region capitalPalermo · ~131 km · approx 1.9h drive
Typical weather in JulyPeak summer heat and humidity — 29-32°C by day; most festivals run in the cooler evening hours.
