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Noto Flower Carpets 2026: a Baroque village dressed in petals and contemporary art

When: 15–19 May 2026
Where: Noto historic centre (Via Corrado Nicolaci)

What to see

• Via Nicolaci: the main carpet, about 700 m², made with more than 400,000 petals.
• Themed routes inspired by 20th-century languages: music, cinema, comics and fashion.
• Site-specific installations that converse with the Baroque buildings in the town centre.
• Contributions from local and national artists that enrich the flower trail.

Key programme

• 15 May, 15:00 – inauguration with Musici and flag-wavers (Porta Reale, Piazza Municipio, Via Nicolaci).
• 15 May, evening – concert in Piazza Municipio by the Francesca Franchini Band.
• 17 May, 15:00 – Baroque procession with period costumes.
• 17 May, 21:00 – “Pop Symphony Icons” concert featuring symphonic suites.
• The floral route remains open in the following days to allow visitors to view all compositions.

Installations and highlights

This edition includes site-specific works placed in strategic spots across the village, creating a dialogue between contemporary aesthetics and the Baroque heritage. Local and national artists present interventions that expand the visual and sensory appeal of the event.

Practical tips

• Visit in the morning for fewer crowds and the best light for photos.
• The route is pedestrian with steps and inclines: wear comfortable shoes.
• Bring water and sun protection on warm days.
• To see the assembly, plan your trip on opening days or immediately after the inauguration.
• Check traffic restrictions and parking options in peripheral zones.

Location

Address: Via Corrado Nicolaci, 96017 Noto (SR), Italy
The main route develops through the historic centre, with typical slopes and stairways.