The fifth-oldest polo competition in the world, the Argentinian Open Polo Tournament was first played in 1893. Held at the Campo Argentino de Polo en Palermo, it is an exciting spectacle and…

During Epiphany in the Sicilian town of Piana degli Albanesi visitors can witness the ancient and carefully-preserved religious customs of former Albanian immigrants.

Palermo's Baroque Carnival takes place throughout the streets of the old town. Colourful street parades and grand costumes trigger memories of bygone days.

San Vitale in Castronovo pays tribute to the town's patron saint. Celebrations start with a torchlight procession dedicated to Elia, San Vitale's grandson, then the focus shifts to the saint…

The Código País Creative Trends Festival is in a league of its own, encompassing up-to-the-minute favourites in cinema, theatre, music, art, design and even eroticism. Catch Buenos Aires' new…

For one night in March, April, and May, wine aficionados can sample fine wines from Argentina's regions at the Autumn Wine Tour Urbano in Palermo Viejo. Nip in and out of boutiques along…

For one night in March, April, and May, wine aficionados can sample fine wines from Argentina's regions at the Autumn Wine Tour Urbano in Palermo Viejo. Nip in and out of boutiques along…

The Artichoke Festival celebrates Cerda's most famous vegetable and a staple in Sicilian cuisine. The two-day event mixes art exhibits and other artichoke-themed entertainment with live…

"Red, white and bubbles" is the slogan for Avvinando, Palermo's annual celebration of quality wine that displays more than 450 Italian varieties at Villa Boscogrande. An excellent opportunity…

For one night in March, April, and May, wine aficionados can sample fine wines from Argentina's regions at the Autumn Wine Tour Urbano in Palermo Viejo. Nip in and out of boutiques along…

Milan's Teatro della Contraddizione presents its Experimental European Season, an event dedicated to language research in new theatre production. A vintage section focuses on historic shows…

Palermo's World Festival on the Beach combines windsurfing, beach volleyball, sky diving, paragliding, kite surfing, sailing, golf, jazz, a photography contest and a lot more in the unique…

Heavenly Planet Festival is a new international event combining world-class music with comedy and the spoken word. In 2009 it takes place at the Promenade in Reading, UK, and also in Palermo, Italy.

Screening productions focusing on the Mediterranean and Islam, the Sun Moon Film Festival is an international competition held at Palermo's Gallery of Modern Art (GAM). Eight prizes, including…

Locally known as festino, meaning little festival, the Santa Rosalia Festival has been celebrating Palermo's patron saint for nearly 400 years! There are massive parades and processions in the…

Variety is what the Verdura Festival in Palermo's Teatro Massimo is all about. Classical, rock, pop, dance and flamenco music are all featured during this summer festival.

Ustica, the rugged island 36 miles off Sicily, hosts its Diving and Snorkelling Festival every summer. The programme includes advanced and introductory diving courses, guided tours of…

Held in the church and gardens of Palermo's Lo Spasimo in 2009, the Heavenly Planet Festival entertains the crowd with four days and nights of music performances, comedy and great food and wine.

On the third Friday in September, October and November, browse the fashion boutiques along Armenia and Honduras streets in Palermo Viejo while sipping the nominated wine of the night. Each…

Around 40 Argentine and international DJs spin out trance, techno and house music at the annual South American Music Conference in the GEBA Stadium in Palermo. Industry professionals network…