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La Puglia e i Sapori del Sud Festival
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Date
June 19 – June 21, 2026
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Admission
Free
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Audience
Everyone
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Bologna's most eagerly awaited summer event returns: ‹La Puglia e i Sapori del Sud Festival› transforms Piazza XX Settembre into a Mediterranean oasis where you can discover the most authentic gastronomic traditions of Southern Italy. For three consecutive days, from June 19-21, 2026, Bologna's square fills with aromas, flavors, and colors evoking Apulian and southern lands, offering visitors an immersive experience without the need for long travels. The event promises a complete and varied offering: from the street food area featuring the best sweet and savory specialties, to a curated selection of beers, wines, and cocktails, plus stalls of excellent food and wine products. It is not just a celebration of the palate, but a true festival of Southern culture, with cooking shows conducted by renowned chefs, interactive masterclasses, creative workshops, and performances of traditional music and dances celebrating southern roots. Perfect for families, friends, and food and wine enthusiasts, the festival offers a spacious seating area where you can relax and enjoy the specialties in total comfort, immersed in the authentic atmosphere of the South. A unique opportunity to savor southern authenticity in the heart of Emilia-Romagna, celebrating the most genuine traditions and the pleasure of conviviality. 📍 PRACTICAL INFORMATION 📅 Dates: June 19-21, 2026 🕐 Hours: Friday and Saturday 11:00-23:00 | Sunday 11:00-22:00 📍 Location: Piazza XX Settembre, Bologna 🎫 Admission: Free (food and beverages for purchase) 🚗 Parking: available near the square 🚌 Public Transport: accessible by bus lines 14, 25, 30 👨🍳 GUESTS AND PERFORMERS Cooking shows with chefs of southern tradition | Tarantella and pizzica performances | DJ sets with southern music | Food bloggers and sommeliers for guided tastings. 🎟️ HOW TO PARTICIPATE Admission is completely free! Purchase your dishes and beverages directly from the various stalls. For detailed programs of cooking shows and masterclasses, visit the official Facebook page of Tipico Eventi. 👉 BOOK NOW and share on social media with #PugliaSaporiDelSud - Discover real-time updates on our Facebook page!
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dates and hours of the festival?expand_more
The festival takes place from June 19-21, 2026 in Bologna, at Piazza XX Settembre. Hours: Friday and Saturday 11:00-23:00 | Sunday 11:00-22:00. For updates and any changes, check the official Facebook page of the event.
How much does the entrance ticket cost?expand_more
Admission to the festival is completely free! You can freely purchase dishes, beverages, and food and wine products from the various festival stalls according to your preferences.
What gastronomic specialties will I find?expand_more
The event features a wide selection of sweet and savory specialties from Apulia and Southern Italy: orecchiette with turnip greens, Sicilian arancini, burrata, tiramisu, pasticciotti, and much more. There are also stalls with excellent food and wine products and a curated selection of wines, craft beers, and themed southern cocktails.
Are there activities beyond food?expand_more
Absolutely! The festival offers a rich program: cooking shows with chefs of southern tradition, food and wine masterclasses and guided tastings, creative workshops, interactive games, performances of traditional dances (tarantella and pizzica), and DJ sets with southern music. There is truly something for everyone!
Is it possible to sit down and eat comfortably?expand_more
Yes, the festival has a spacious seating area where you can relax and enjoy the specialties in complete comfort, perfect for families and groups of friends.
How do I reach Piazza XX Settembre?expand_more
Piazza XX Settembre is easily accessible by public transport (bus lines 14, 25, 30) and has parking nearby. If you arrive by car, check the directions for the closest parking lots.
How can I get the complete program and updates?expand_more
For the detailed program, cooking show and masterclass times, and all real-time updates, visit the official Facebook page of Tipico Eventi or the event. Follow us and use the hashtag #PugliaSaporiDelSud!
Is the event suitable for children and families?expand_more
Absolutely! The festival is designed for the whole family. Beyond the food, children can participate in creative workshops and enjoy performances of traditional music and dances in a festive and welcoming atmosphere.
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