Cultural Festivals in Puglia
Browse every cultural festivals listed on SalentoMe — from the well-known stops to the local favourites travellers rarely find on their own.
- EventAcquarica
Palio del Ponte 2026
The XXXII edition of the Palio del Ponte returns, in memory of Andrea Panzera, organized by the Pro Loco in collaboration with the Parish "San Carlo Borromeo". The event offers games, entertainment and tradition for the whole family.
- 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.
- EventAcquarica
Historic Centre at Night
An evening event held in the historic center of Acquarica featuring guided tours, tastings of Salentine products and wines, folklore, entertainment, and an aperitif under the stars.
- EventOtranto
Otranto in Light - The Stone Tells the Story, Light Reveals It
An immersive journey that brings to life the history, memory and culture among the symbolic places of the city of Otranto through spectacular light displays.
- 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.
- EventTorrepaduli
Laughter Under the Stars - Solidarity Dinner
Charity dinner "Laughs under the stars" curated by Torre Mia.
- EventPalmariggi
All Together for Life
Blood donation awareness meeting with a social gathering.
- 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.
- EventCastro
From Darkness to Light - An Immersive Experience in John's Prologue
An immersive experience in the Prologue of John among the wonders of Grotta Zinzulusa, with cultural and historical interventions, theatrical incursions and a Lectio Divina.
- 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.
- EventOtranto
Otranto in Light
A distributed festival that will transform the city of Otranto with an immersive journey through art, history and video mapping installations.
- EventAcquarica del Capo
Historic Centre at Night with APS Folkloristica La Quadriglia
A genuinely simple experience in the historic center of Acquarica with guided tours, Salento tastings, wine tastings, folklore, music and relaxation.
- EventGalatone
The Sun: Discovering Our Star
Morning dedicated to solar observation through solar telescopes together with the Grupo Astrofili del Salento.
- EventSan Pietro in Lama
Luminarie Course
A course to learn how to build luminarias, suitable for everyone, even without prior experience. Registrations reopen for the second edition of the workshop.
- EventAradeo
Canasta Tournament
Burraco Tournament, organized by Club degli Amici.
- EventAlliste
RADIKA - Songs, Voices and Memories of Salento
A cultural event featuring singing, interpretive readings and live painting dedicated to the memories of Salento, curated by Maria Grazia Marrocco, Federica Scevola and Elisabetta Venneri. Musical arrangements by Progetto Calandra.
- EventGallipoli
Summer Camp Equilibri Sospesi
The Summer Camp 'Equilibri Sospesi' offers an inclusive experience dedicated to people with disabilities, with activities and moments of sharing at Hotel Le Sirenè. The camp is promoted by the Social Territorial Area of Gallipoli in collaboration with various cooperatives.
- EventAradeo
VII Amateur Dog Show Aradeina
Seventh edition of the Aradeina Amateur Dog Show, curated by the 'Aradog' Association.
- EventOtranto
Summer School 'La critica cinematografica'
The eighth edition of the Summer School, conceived and curated by the magazine Fata Morgana Web, will take place in Otranto and is aimed at those interested in film criticism, cinema studies and digital writing.
- EventSalve
SALVESTATE 2026: Summer in the City of Salve returns to fill our days.
A rich calendar of summer events with live music, theatre, shows, cinema, popular festivals, markets, cultural tours, activities for children and food and wine experiences will animate squares, waterfronts and villages in the Salve area from June to September 2026.
- EventCursi
Sport as Medicine - Protection, Health and Wellbeing
An important conference dedicated to the value of sports activities as a tool for prevention and health promotion, featuring presentations by professionals, experts, and institutional representatives. At the end, an aperitif provided by the association Le Salentine.
- EventOtranto
Otranto in Light
An immersive journey through the historic places of Otranto with light games and videomapping curated by artist Bruno Seillier.
- EventBarbarano del Capo
The Stumpaturu
Tradizionale rievocazione storica della pestatura delle olive (Frantoio del Morciano) in calendario.
- EventSalve
SALVESTATE 2026
A rich calendar of summer events, including live music, theatre, shows, cinema, popular festivals, markets, cultural paths, activities for children and food and wine experiences, will enliven the summer 2026 in Salve, Ruggiano and the coastal areas.
- EventPalmariggi
Sport Festival
A day dedicated to movement, fun and sharing! Activities, games and performances for all ages.
- EventAradeo
ARARACE 4th Edition
Fourth edition of Ararace, curated by Nuova Pro Loco Aradeo.
- EventBarletta
Review of Historical Processions of Puglia's Pro Loco Associations
The prestigious Historic Processions Festival of the Pro Loco associations of Puglia will make a stop in Barletta, with the extraordinary participation also of the Historic Procession of Alezio.
- EventCavallino
8th Vintage Car and Motorcycle Rally
Eighth gathering of classic cars and motorcycles.
- EventRacale
Summer Camp "Equilibri Sospesi"
The Summer Camp "Equilibri Sospesi" is an inclusive initiative for adults with disabilities (18-65 years old), promoted by the Social District of Gallipoli in collaboration with various cooperatives.
- EventUgento
Zeus Award 2026 - International Archaeology Award City of Ugento
The Zeus Award returns, the International Archaeology Award City of Ugento, with an evening of cultural recognition and artistic and musical performances.
- EventMartignano
Barter Festival of the Games
Festival dedicated to toy exchange, organized by Lecce Fan Club and Liberamente.
- 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.
- EventAndrano
Let's Make a Band! - First Meeting
A weekly workshop of collective musical practice to build a social band, open to anyone aged 10 and above, featuring stories and traditions of the territory.
- EventCorsano
September of the Author – Words in Motion
A literary and cultural event featuring book presentations and a concluding stand-up comedy show.
- EventTiggiano
Wood Conservation and Reuse Workshop
A workshop to learn how to recognize and care for wood, from conservation techniques to restoring forgotten furniture, to ecological finishes that protect the material and enhance its beauty.
- EventOtranto
Giants in Flight - Salento Kite Festival
Third edition of the Salento giant kite festival featuring kite flyers from around the world in the splendid setting of the Cave area in Otranto.
- EventMartignano
EVO CE ESU VISIONI - Film Festival - XII Edition
Film festival 'Evo ce esu visioni', featuring meetings, talks, exhibitions and screenings of cinema in minority languages. Organized by Open social cooperative of Parco Palmieri and national and international partners.
- EventLeverano
Dance Show "Bodies in Motion"
Dance show 'Bodies in Motion' curated by various associations: 'Officine della danza', 'Centro Danza L'Etoile', 'Step Ballet', 'Crisalide' and 'Aurelia Dance Studio', in collaboration with the Sports Department, at the Mercatale Area.
- EventPoggiardo
Summer Evenings in Poggiardo and Vaste: Artistic and Musical Vision of the Territory
A series of cultural events that includes artistic visits, musical performances, and tours of the town centers of Poggiardo and Vaste, with musical exhibitions and enhancement of local heritage. An opportunity to discover the cultural realities of Salento.
- EventPoggiardo
Conference on Accessible Tourism and the Southern Way of Saint Francis
Conference dedicated to accessible tourism and actions implemented along the Southern Way of Saint James, organized as part of the project 'For a Southern Way of Saint James accessible to all'.
- EventPoggiardo
The World That Touches Us. Voices to Understand the Present
Festival of encounters, narratives and discussions with experts, witnesses, writers, journalists and politicians, for an informed and critical reading of events and to connect local choices to global contexts.
- EventCorigliano d'Otranto
Hunt for Orange Treasures
National initiative of the Italian Touring Club dedicated to Orange Flag villages, with a six-stage route featuring clues and curiosities to discover the history and identity of the territory.
- EventAcquarica del Capo
Historic Centre at Night
An evening event in the historic center of Acquarica with guided tours, tastings of typical Salentine products and wines, folklore, entertainment and sunset aperitifs. A simple and genuine experience.