Historical reenactment in Castroreale

Castroreale 700 years with Federico

700 years with Federico is the historical reenactment that takes place in the charming village of Castroreale that recalls the episodes that occurred in 1324: King Federico II of Aragon, also known as Federico III of Sicily, to reward the loyalty of the citizens of Castroreale during the battles of the Sicilian Vespers, names the city Urbs fedelissima, orders the reconstruction of the castle, of which only the tower remains today, and grants it numerous privileges.
On the occasion of the feast day, numerous events are organized: medieval dances, medieval games, historical parade, shows, ...
The area with ancient crafts, the food area are also set up and churches and museums are open to the public.

Dates and Scheduling

13 Apr 2025

16:00 Federico's Raptors by Artigli del Re.
Tiro con l'arco e scherma by Regia Medievalis.
Giochi Medievali e Arca Antichi Mestieri by Regia Medievalis.
Trumpet blasts by Musical Band "M. Settimo Sardo" - Castroreale
 Piazza delle Aquile - Castroreale

Traveling Musicians and Minstrels by Regia Medievalis.
Memory Portrait Traveling photography workshop. Making a black and white portrait by Ylenia Milici.

16:30 Arrival of Federico.
Reenactment of historical parade.

17:30 Historical Parade animated by jesters, musicians and courtiers
from Piazza Candelora to Piazza delle Aquile.

Reading of the Royal Edict
 Piazza delle Aquile - Castroreale

18:00 Medieval dances.
Taverna Medievalis show of jesters, fire and fakirism, fencing.
 Piazza delle Aquile - Castroreale

20:00 Easter Concert “Canticle Nova Vocal Ensemble”.
 Auditorium SS Salvatore

21:30 Fireworks show.

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