Food festivals and events in Bari e Dintorni 2026
“Bari vecchia with its ladies of fresh pasta is the symbol of the most authentic Puglia.”
Focaccia and Tradition
Upcoming Events
Festa della Cipolla Rossa
Pane di Altamura
Europe's first PDO bread (2003), made from durum wheat semolina.
Sagra della frittella farcita
Olio Terra di Bari
Extra virgin oil from three sub-zones: Castel del Monte, Bitonto, and Murgia dei Trulli.
The Carnevale di Putignano (since 1394) is Europe's oldest and Italy's longest carnival.
Pane di Altamura PDO was the first European bread to receive PDO protection.
Discovering the territory
Products, traditions and culture that make this land unique
Prodotti del Territorio
Burrata di Andria
Creamy cheese with a heart of stracciatella.
Cipolla Rossa di Acquaviva delle Fonti
Sweet and crunchy red onion, cultivated in the red earth lands.
Piatti della Tradizione
Tradizioni e Cultura
Patrimoni UNESCO
Castel del Monte
Octagonal castle of Frederick II, a masterpiece of medieval architecture.
Patrimonio CulturaleTradizioni Popolari
Festa di San Nicola
Historical procession, maritime parade, and festival featuring sgagliozze and focaccia.
Carnevale di Putignano
Europe's oldest carnival (since 1394), famous for its papier-mâché floats.
Fischietti di Rutigliano
Terracotta whistles, a centuries-old tradition of Rutigliano.
Parchi e Aree Naturali
Parco Nazionale dell'Alta Murgia
Karst plateau with steppe-like landscapes and Castel del Monte.
Area Marina di Torre Guaceto
Reserve with pristine beaches and wetland areas.
Personaggi Illustri
San Nicola
Patron SaintHis relics have been in Bari since 1087, making it a place of Catholic-Orthodox ecumenism.
Domenico Modugno
Singer-SongwriterBorn in Polignano a Mare, composer of "Volare" (Nel blu dipinto di blu).
Lo Sapevi Che…
“Polignano a Mare hosts the Red Bull Cliff Diving competition.”
Domande Frequenti
1What PDO and IGP products can be found in Bari and Surroundings?expand_more
Bari and Surroundings features 4 protected designation products, including: Pane di Altamura (PDO), Olio Terra di Bari (PDO), Burrata di Andria (IGP), and Cipolla Rossa di Acquaviva delle Fonti (Slow Food Presidium).
2What should I eat in Bari and Surroundings?expand_more
Typical dishes of Bari and Surroundings include: Focaccia barese, Sgagliozze, Riso patate e cozze, and Orecchiette alle cime di rapa. Each dish tells the gastronomic story of this territory.
3What UNESCO World Heritage Sites are in Bari and Surroundings?expand_more
Bari and Surroundings is home to 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site: Castel del Monte (Cultural, 1996).
4What are the most famous festivals in Bari and Surroundings?expand_more
Major festivals and events in Bari and Surroundings include: Festa di San Nicola (Bari, May 7-9); Carnevale di Putignano (Putignano, December 26 - Mardi Gras); Sagra del Polpo (Mola di Bari, last weekend of July).
5What natural parks are in Bari and Surroundings?expand_more
Protected natural areas in Bari and Surroundings include: Parco Nazionale dell'Alta Murgia (National Park) and Area Marina di Torre Guaceto (Marine Reserve).
6Who organizes the festivals in Bari and Surroundings?expand_more
Festivals in Bari and Surroundings are organized by local communities including Pro Loco Putignano, Pro Loco Mola di Bari, and Consorzio Pane di Altamura. These associations are the guardians of the territory's gastronomic traditions.