Bellini Festival

The Bellini Festival is a cross-disciplinary music festival in Catania celebrating the legacy of composer Vincenzo Bellini through opera productions, orchestral concerts, and gala events. It is held annually in iconic venues including the Teatro Massimo Bellini and the Church of La Badia of Sant’Agata, among other historic settings. A flagship event is the Bellinian Marathon, a day-long musical tribute on November 3rd, Bellini’s birthday, featuring a rich program of concerts and performances. The festival supports emerging talent and often features rare works, themed programming, and collaborations with Italian and international artists and directors. With its vibrant mix of tradition and innovation, the Bellini Festival highlights Catania’s cultural identity and positions the city as a key destination on the international music scene.