Taormina reserves surprises at every corner, between glimpses of the blue sea and ancient wonders. Our beautiful city hosts exciting events throughout the year, in extraordinary locations.
Stay at the Hotel Bel Soggiorno to fully enjoy the unmissable events in Taormina.

Taormina Film Festival 2026


10th - 14th June 2026

The Taormina Film Festival, one of the most prestigious events on the international film scene, returns in 2026 with its 72nd edition, taking place from 10th to 14th June at the Ancient Theatre of Taormina. Over the years, the Festival has welcomed some of the greatest icons of world cinema, from Audrey Hepburn and Elizabeth Taylor to Richard Burton and Marlene Dietrich, as well as contemporary stars such as Robert De Niro, Tom Cruise, Monica Bellucci, Colin Firth and Richard Gere, strengthening its reputation as one of the Mediterranean’s most captivating film events. The 2026 edition will feature four main sections: the International Feature Film Competition, the Short Film Competition, Out of Competition screenings and Special Events at the Ancient Theatre. The programme will showcase productions from around the world, Italian premieres, documentaries, short films and events dedicated to contemporary cinema and some of the industry’s leading figures. With film screenings, meetings with directors and actors, and exclusive evenings under the stars, the Taormina Film Festival offers a unique opportunity to experience the magic of the silver screen in one of Sicily’s most enchanting destinations.

Taomoda


14 - 18 July 2026

Taomoda, the international fashion show, this year is in its 24th edition, scheduled from 14 to 18 July 2026. During the Taoweek, Taormina rediscovers itself as an exclusive place to be for glamorous events in the historic center such as exhibitions, conferences, master classes, literary appointments, fashion shows and showcases. The Taomoda event, presided over by the journalist Agata Patrizia Saccone, combines sustainability, fashion, culture, tourism and design in an event of great interest in the Sicilian landscape. The Taoweek ends with the Tao Awardsgala night, hosted in the Ancient Theater of Taormina, with the delivery of prestigious awards to personalities from the worlds of fashion, entertainment, music, culture, journalism, television and cinema.

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