SOCIAL PROGRAM
WELCOME
COCKTAIL
Monday, May 18
7:00 pm (to be confirmed)
The ELECTRIMACS 2026 Welcome Cocktail will be hosted at Palazzo Leone, a few steps away from the Conference Venue.
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A majestic 15th-century palace with a modern and refined atmosphere, featuring spacious interior halls that create an intimate setting. The majestic ceilings and historic arches blend harmoniously with contemporary design elements, creating a unique combination of past and present. In addition, Palazzo Leone offers a large outdoor garden, a true green oasis in the heart of the city, with a relaxing atmosphere under a canopy of stars.
Attendance is limited to 150 guests. In the event of favourable weather conditions, we reserve the right to admit a larger number of guests on the opening day of the Conference.
SOCIAL
DINNER
Wednesday, May 20
8:00 pm (to be confirmed)
​The ELECTRIMACS 2026 Social Dinner will be hosted at the Stand Florio, a building belonging to the Florio Family.
One of Italy's wealthiest families between the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, the Florios, with a long industrial tradition, were the protagonists of the so-called Belle Époque period. The family came to own a fleet of ninety-nine ships, and a business empire that ranged from chemicals to wine, from tourism to the tuna industry.
The Florio Stand is a building constructed by the Florio family based on a design by Ernesto Basile in 1905 on the southern coast of Palermo. The style is deeply influenced by Islamic culture, and it is also one of the first modern Sicilian structures built using iron. At its centre is a red dome with a pinnacle. The dinner will be hosted in a modern, air-conditioned pavilion, overlooking the garden and the sea.
CITY
TOUR
Tuesday, May 19
6:30 pm (time to be confirmed)
Participants will have the opportunity to join a pleasant guided walking tour through the historic center of Palermo. The tour will last approximately one and a half hours and will offer a chance to discover the rich history, architecture, and vibrant atmosphere of the city.
Accompanied by a local guide, attendees will stroll through some of Palermo’s most iconic streets and squares, learning about the city’s unique cultural heritage shaped by centuries of different civilizations. Along the way, participants will admire historic buildings, lively urban spaces, and characteristic corners that reflect the authentic spirit of the city.
This experience will provide a relaxing and engaging way to explore Palermo while enjoying its remarkable blend of art, history, and Mediterranean charm.