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Welcome to the Sicilia Jazz Festival 2027 in Palermo and Catania
The Sicilia Jazz Festival is described as the only festival in the world entirely dedicated to original orchestral productions. Built around the Sicilian Jazz Orchestra, international stars perform together with the ensemble at historic venues in Palermo, Catania and other locations across Sicily.
Highlights and Attractions at the Sicilia Jazz Festival
- Original orchestral productions created specifically for the festival, featuring internationally known artists
- Concerts at the historic Teatro di Verdura, set in the gardens of Villa Castelnuovo in Palermo
- Parallel performances at Villa Bellini in Catania as part of the same program
- Additional concerts and events across the historic center of Palermo, including the Real Teatro Santa Cecilia and the Complesso dello Spasimo
- The Sicilia Jazz Festival On Tour project brings orchestral jazz to further locations on the island
- A Jazz Village with accompanying cultural events in the historic center of Palermo
- Artistic direction by Maestro Ignazio Garsia and the Fondazione The Brass Group
Program and Schedule: What to Expect in 2027
The festival traditionally spans around two weeks in summer, with paired dates where the same production plays first at the Teatro di Verdura in Palermo and shortly after at Villa Bellini in Catania. The full 2027 line up and individual concert dates had not been announced at the time of research.
Tickets and Admission for the Sicilia Jazz Festival 2027
In the previous edition, individual concert tickets for the main shows started at around 25 euros, depending on seating category and artist. Exact 2027 prices have not yet been announced; tickets are typically sold through the official festival website as well as Blueticket and Ticketone.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Palermo and Catania
- The Teatro di Verdura sits within the Villa Castelnuovo park near the Parco della Favorita and is reachable by bus lines 614, 615, 645 and 837
- Since concerts take place across two Sicilian cities, plan travel between Palermo and Catania if you want to attend multiple dates
- Summer evenings in Sicily are generally mild, though a light layer is still worth bringing for outdoor concerts
- Accommodation in central Palermo should be booked well ahead of the festival weeks
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
The photo used is illustrative and does not necessarily depict the actual event.
