Cultural Festivals in Puglia
Browse every cultural festivals listed on PugliaMe — from the well-known stops to the local favourites travellers rarely find on their own.
- EventLeporano
International Satyrion Prize for Archaeology 2026
New edition of the prestigious International Satyrion Award for Archaeology, a special event dedicated to culture, archaeology, dance and music.
- EventBarletta
Solo - Arturo Brachetti
Special event with Arturo Brachetti.
- EventCarovigno
Grandparents Festival
First edition of the 'Grandparents' Festival', a community initiative with visits and creative workshops at Castello di Carovigno.
- EventCrispiano
Urban Nature 2026 – Nature as Care
A day of activities, nature walks, beekeeping workshops and film screenings to celebrate nature and biodiversity as part of the national Urban Nature initiative.
- EventLaterza
Miracles of the Saints
Cultural event within the Appia Day festival, dedicated to the discovery of the miracles of the Saints.
- EventMontemesola
From Farm to Table
A program of guided tours, workshops, musical performances and tastings to discover the historical, cultural and gastronomic heritage of the Montemesola area.
- EventOstuni
TRAiANA VIVA: A Journey Through Roman History
A day dedicated to discovering the ancient Via Traiana with walks, historical reenactments from the Roman era, and archaeo-cuisine.
- EventGalatina
Galatina, the Heart in Every Season... Welcome!
A programme of cultural and tourist experiences promoted by the Galatina Info Point, offering ten different activities with free participation on reservation.
- EventSan Vito dei Normanni
Nonviolent Howl. Resilience of a Symbol
Poetic event dedicated to the olive tree, a symbol of peace and our land.
- EventCalimera
Christ in Calimera - Tradition & Culture
Community events, traditions and culture showcase for the Christmas season in Calimera.
- EventLecce
Dance and Ritual. Between Sacred and Profane, Ritual Practices and Forms of Heritage
Conference on the relationship between dance and ritual, between sacred and profane, within the framework of the project "From Salento to Aquileia". An opportunity for discussion on ritual practices and cultural heritage.
- EventLatiano
La Fera 2026
A rich calendar of events including cultural events, presentations, meetings and the Sagra ti li Stacchioddi, continuing the tradition since 1866.
- EventLecce
ZENIT PRX.01
Video mapping event included in the Pietra e Stelle project, with visual and sound design.
- EventSpecchia
Summer in Specchia 2026
A review of over 70 days of events featuring music, theatre, performances, books and traditions, aimed at the entire community.
- EventMonteroni di Lecce
Week of Sport, Culture and Wellness
Week of Sport, Culture and Wellbeing at the Velodromo degli Ulivi, with activities spanning from 27 September to 3 October.
- EventBarletta
Mezzanotte d'Autore - New Year's Eve Show
New Year's Eve Show with Angelo Mellone and Andrea Perroni.
- EventLecce
Talk The Recovered Light
Talk dedicated to the languages of light, lighting design and sustainability, part of the Pietra e Stelle festival.
- EventPatù
Vespers at Vereto - Sole luna and Il Talismano Cretese
Evening dedicated to memory with the screening of the documentary 'Sole luna' and the presentation of the book 'Il Talismano Cretese' by Antonio Lupo.
- EventTuglie
The Feast of Our Roots
Final meeting to celebrate Grandparents' Day together through storytelling and traditions.
- EventLecce
Stone and Stars – The Light Rediscovered
Three days dedicated to the encounter between music, visual arts, new technologies and cultural heritage, with concerts, exhibitions, jam sessions, audiovisual performances, video mapping, meetings and guided tours.
- EventOstuni
Tour Rossocorsa Classiche 2026
Exhibition or parade of vintage cars curated by Rossocorsa Srl in the central Piazza Libertà.
- EventSan Vito dei Normanni
Peace Itineraries
A series of events and celebrations titled 'Itinerari di pace' taking place between late September and early October, on the occasion of international days and anniversaries dedicated to peace and non-violence.
- EventSan Vito dei Normanni
Itinerari di Pace - Nonviolence Week
Multidisciplinary cultural event dedicated to peace and nonviolence, organized by the Pro Loco of San Vito dei Normanni.
- EventSan Marzano di San Giuseppe
Sconfinamenti: Community at the Centre through Books, Creativity, Art and Juggling
A day dedicated to physical and cultural accessibility featuring inclusive readings, training sessions, and artistic and juggling workshops.
- EventTorre San Giovanni
Sustainable Fishing
Event organised in collaboration with Fipsas and the Istituto Comprensivo Statale di Ugento, dedicated to sustainable fishing. Open to all and free of charge.
- EventAndrano
Facciamo Banda! - September Meetings
Weekly meetings of the 'Facciamo Banda!' project, open to anyone who wants to make music together, from age 10 onwards, even without experience.
- EventCorigliano d'Otranto
Hunt for Orange Treasures
An exciting treasure hunt to discover the beauties and stories of the orange flag village of Corigliano d'Otranto, promoted by the Italian Touring Club.
- EventCasarano
A Sea of Events… in Casarano
Summer events programme in Casarano for August and September, featuring live music, dance, shows, inflatable park, open-air cinema and cultural events for audiences of all ages.
- EventTuglie
Stories Across Generations - Roots That Unite
An afternoon of readings, drawing and sharing dedicated to bringing together grandparents, children and families to rediscover the value of shared experiences.
- EventOtranto
Pizzica and Tamburello Workshop
A free workshop on pizzica and tamburello with Maestro Massimo Panarese, open to everyone, to learn the dance and rhythm of Salentine tradition. Places are limited and reservation is mandatory.
- EventFelline
Farmers for a Day
Outdoor activities for school students at the farm 'I Contadini', located on Via Vecchia Felline (S.P. 290). Open to all and free of charge.
- EventBarletta
14th International Apuliate Award
14th edition of the International Apuliate Prize dedicated to the arts.
- EventMassafra
Massafra in the Middle Ages – In the Night of the Masciari
X edition of the medieval event that transforms the Rione dei Santi Medici between history, magic and mystery.