Events Calendar

Festivals, food fairs, and events not to miss in Lampedusa and Linosa

Unmissable Event

Visit of Pope Leo XIV

On July 4, 2026, Pope Leo XIV will visit Lampedusa, his first visit to Sicily. A symbolic return to the island that has become the heart of the Mediterranean between welcome and migrant tragedies. The Pope declined the US invitation to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence, choosing instead to go to Lampedusa. The visit will take place in the morning and will attract faithful from all over Italy. Following Pope Francis' historic visit in 2013, Leo XIV will pray for the victims of the Mediterranean and bring comfort to migrants and reception workers.

July 4Lampedusa
Patron FestivalMusic FestivalFood FestivalNaturalistic EventFilm FestivalPartyReligious FeastAstronomical EventSpecial EventCommemorationUseful Info

4April

Holy Week and Easter

Religious Feast

Traditional Good Friday processions and Easter celebrations in Sicilian style.

April 5 - April 6Chiesa Madre e centro storico
Good Friday ProcessionSicilian traditionsSpring weatherPeaceful island

6June

Blue Fish Festival

Food Festival

Gastronomic festival dedicated to local blue fish with tastings, music and maritime traditions.

June 20 - June 21Porto Vecchio
Local fish tastingsShad Slow Food PresidiumLive musicMaritime traditions

Rabbit Beach Opening

Useful Info

Limited access to Italy's most beautiful beach begins. Reservation required.

June 1 - October 15Spiaggia dei Conigli
Reservation required550 people per shiftTwo daily shiftsFree

7July

Visit of Pope Leo XIV

Special Event

The Holy Father visits Lampedusa, a symbol of welcome in the Mediterranean.

July 4Lampedusa
First papal visit to SicilyHistoric eventPrayer for migrantsDoor of Europe

8August

Ferragosto in Lampedusa

Party

Beach picnic, barbecues and evening party with music. The most crowded day of the year.

August 15Spiagge e centro
Beach barbecuesConcertsParty atmospherePeak season

Feast of Saint Bartholomew

Patron Festival

Patron saint festival with traditional bonfires and fireworks at the port.

August 24Porto e centro di Lampedusa
Shops closedTraditional bonfiresFireworksCentury-old tradition

9September

Festival of Our Lady of Safe Harbor

Patron Festival

The island's most important festival with sea procession, fish festival and fireworks.

September 22 - September 23Santuario, Chiesa Madre e Porto
Sea processionFish festivalFireworksSquare concerts

10October

Day of Memory and Welcome

Commemoration

Commemoration of the victims of the October 3, 2013 shipwreck at the Door of Europe.

October 3Porta d'Europa e centro
Commemorative ceremonyDoor of EuropeStudent meetingsTestimonies

12December

New Year's Eve in Lampedusa

Party

Celebrate the new year at Italy's southernmost point with mild weather and intimate atmosphere.

December 31 - January 1Piazza Libertà e Porto
Mild weatherFireworksIntimate atmosphereFish dinners

Dates and times may vary

Listed dates are indicative and based on previous editions. For official confirmation, contact the Pro Loco of Lampedusa or check official municipal channels. Some events may be canceled or rescheduled due to weather.