Festivalle 2025

From August 7 to 10, 2025, Agrigento will host the ninth edition of FestiValle, the international music and digital arts festival held in the breathtaking setting of the Valley of the Temples. Set against one of the world’s most iconic archaeological sites, FestiValle has established itself as one of the most anticipated cultural events of the summer, attracting an ever-growing and cosmopolitan audience—especially in this year, when the Sicilian city has been named the Italian Capital of Culture. The festival offers a unique experience, blending music and culture in extraordinary locations. Among these, the Tuff Quarry of the Valley of the Temples stands out—a magical and symbolic place where it all began. It was here, through the labor of enslaved workers, that the stone used to build the grand Doric temples of the 5th century BC was extracted. Today, this millennia-old quarry is transformed into a natural theater, the Teatro dell’Efebo, immersed in nature and rich in history. Its name derives from the discovery in this area of the marble statue of the Ephebus of Agrigento, a masterpiece of classical beauty that testifies to the site’s historical significance. The Ninth Edition Lineup One of the festival’s headliners is Vinicio Capossela, who will open the Tuff Quarry stage on August 7 with his unmistakable blend of songwriting, literary influences, and mythological imagery. Another highly anticipated act is The Fearless Flyers, making their Italian debut with a single exclusive date on August 10. This American supergroup, a side project of Vulfpeck, boasts an all-star lineup: Cory Wong, Joe Dart, Nate Smith, and Mark Lettieri—ready to set the stage ablaze with their explosive mix of funk, soul, and groove, previously showcased at iconic venues like Madison Square Garden and North Sea Jazz Festival. On Saturday, August 9, the spotlight will be on a true legend of electronic music: Carl Craig. Directly from Detroit, this pioneer of the global techno scene will take the audience on a sonic journey that seamlessly blends jazz, soul, and deep house in a constant evolution of sound. On Friday, August 8, the festival will host the only Italian summer date of Acid Arab, the French duo known for their unique fusion of acid house and North African musical traditions, creating an innovative electronic sound with Mediterranean influences. Adding to an already exciting lineup—still holding many surprises to be revealed in the coming weeks—are the distinctive R&B sounds and unmistakable voice of the Franco-American artist Adi Oasis, alongside the electrifying energy of British multi-instrumentalist Corto Alto and his jazz band, performing their only Italian date. Among the exclusive live shows, Rogê, the refined Brazilian singer-songwriter and Grammy nominee, will take the stage with his unique style—a perfect balance of samba, funk, and soul. The festival’s grand finale will be entrusted to Toy Tonics, the Berlin-based crew making their only stop in Sicily. On deck will be Kapote, the founder and a key figure in the international dance scene, alongside Sam Ruffillo. Another highly anticipated performance is that of Bassolino, making an exclusive appearance in Sicily with his nine-piece full live band, premiering his project Città Futura—a sonic journey through 1970s cinematic funk, London nu-jazz, and warm Mediterranean influences. Completing the evening, Veezo will take the stage with a live set built around modular synths and grooves sculpted on an MPC.