August 22, 2026 – August 23, 2026 · Borgo Marinaro, Spadafora (ME)
The 4th edition of the Festa del Mare transforms Borgo Marinaro into a captivating hub of music, dance, and delicious tastings. The star of the show is 'stocco,' a local salted fish, featured in gastronomic evenings rich with marine flavors. The program includes musical parades, creative workshops for children, roving performances with jugglers and fire-eaters, enchanting sea rituals with illuminated boats, concerts, and dancing late into the night.
📅 **Saturday, August 22nd** 18:00 🎵 The Sea Herald – Spadafora Band parade through the village streets 18:30 🛍️ Sea Market Opening – Artisan stalls along the village streets 19:00 👶 The Fairytale Courtyard – Creative workshop for the little ones 20:00 🎭 The Parade of Wonders in the Village – Music, juggling, fire-eating, and roving performances 20:00 🍽️ The Cuisine of the Sea – Tastings begin 21:30 🏆 Festa del Mare Awards – Presentation for 2026 Winners 23:00 🎊 The Party Continues – Group dances 📅 **Sunday, August 23rd** 18:30 🛍️ Opening of the Village Corners – Sea Market 19:30 🎵 Roving Music 20:00 🍽️ The Cuisine of the Sea and Stocco Fish – Tastings begin 20:30 ⛵ The Bow and Sea Ritual – A picturesque parade of illuminated fishing boats 21:00 💃 Mucca Dance Show 21:30 🎵 Open-Air Drum Wave – An unprecedented sound experience