7ᵗʰ International Conference on Rare Earth Materials
3–6 November 2026, Palermo, Sicily, Italy
Social Events
3 Nov
Tuesday, November 3
Opening Ceremony and Welcome Party
The Opening Ceremony of the REMAT Congress will be held in the magnificent Sala Piersanti Mattarella, located within the Palazzo Reale (Palazzo dei Normanni), the historical site of the Sicilian Regional Assembly (ARS).
The hall is situated inside one of the most prestigious institutional areas of the palace, overlooking Piazza del Parlamento, and is easily accessible from the main entrance of the complex. Its location within this UNESCO-listed site places the Sala Mattarella at the crossroads of history, architecture, and political life in Sicily.
4 Nov
Wednesday, November 4
Banquet
The banquet will take place at the NH Hotel restaurant at 7:30 PM.
During the banquet, you will enjoy a performance by the Marsala Antica Folk Group.
If you have any food allergies or dietary intolerances, please indicate them in the questionnaire.
5 Nov
Thursday, November 5
Wine Tasting Lunch at winery Duca di Salaparuta in Casteldaccia (Palermo)
Join us for a delightful lunch featuring a curated selection of fine wines. Participants will have the opportunity to savor exquisite dishes paired with exceptional wines, guided by expert sommeliers.
A perfect occasion to enjoy great food, wine, and conversation in a relaxed and elegant setting.
11:45–18:00 – Excursion
11:45
Departure from NH-Hotel
12:30
Arrival at winery Duca di Salaparuta in Casteldaccia (Palermo)
13:00
Wine Tasting Lunch and tour of the Winery
15:00
Departure to Cefalù
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7 Nov
Saturday, November 7
8:30–17:00 – Excursion to Erice
Available upon request; not included in the registration fee. If you are interested, please complete the questionnaire in the platform.
8:30
Departure from NH-Hotel
10:00
Arrival in Erice
10:30
Visit to the Ettore Majorana Foundation and Centre for Scientific Culture
12:00
Free time to explore Erice
13:00
Lunch
15:00
Departure
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