Con alegrezza… al calar de lo sole!

Those who have the good fortune to be in Catania this coming up weekend will have the chance on Sunday September 6 to participate in a small but promising medieval fair to be held at the Ursino Castle.

Outside of the castle, starting at 9 a.m.,  a medieval hamlet will be reconstructed and will include include figures from courtly life as well as common folk which will recreate the ambiance of having stepped back in time. Parades, dances, drum groups as well as musicians, minstrels and jesters on wooden sticks, fencing demonstrations with ancient medieval weapons.

Artisans will also demonstrate practical working techniques, while a medieval market will allow visitors to make purchases of items recalling a past age. Wandering shows will entertain the public throughout the market.

Finally, at noon, inside the castle, visitors will enjoy the concert by Compagnia La Giostra which will present their latest album “Con alegrezza… al calar de lo sole!” (With good cheer… as the sun sets”). It will be an occasion for the Sicilian group to finally perform in their own native land at the end of a long summer tour at medieval fairs across Europe!

The event is part of a wider organized program called the Itineraries of Federico II of Svevia.

We’re very tempted to hop on a plane to Catania… but in any case, if you’re in the area don’t miss this event!

You can read more information on the official page »