Carnevale di Acireale

• Location: Acireale, Sicily, Italy

• Category: True Carnival

• Dates/Time: Typically starts in early February and ends on Shrove Tuesday (varies annually)

• Duration: ~2–3 weeks

• Attendance: Tens of thousands of local, national, and international visitors

• Venue: Historic center and main streets of Acireale

• Organizer: Municipality of Acireale and Fondazione del Carnevale di Acireale

• Established: 16th century origins, with documented floats since the 17th century

• Symbolic or Satirical Content: High (notably in floats and caricatures)

• Cultural or Ritual Roots: Yes

• Global or Migrant Influence: Medium

Participation Tips

• Participation Type: Spectator-focused (with some interactive elements)

• Participation Level (Scale): 3/5

• Requires Costume to Join: No, but festive attire is welcome

• Family-Friendly: Yes

• LGBTQ+ Inclusive: Yes