After the Christmas holidays, there is a key event that attracts thousands of visitors: the Putignano Carnival. In the beautiful town in the province of Bari, days of celebration and fun await you. How to get there? Simple — let’s go to the Putignano Carnival with Soriano Service Ncc.
Why choose Soriano Service Ncc?
The Putignano Carnival is a hugely popular event that brings countless visitors into the streets of the town. Being driven to the Carnival by Soriano Service Ncc is an excellent choice. By relying on our drivers, you avoid the hassle of parking — a significant inconvenience. No one likes wasting time, especially when that time is taken away from enjoyment.
Choosing Soriano Service Ncc is ideal for groups of friends and families who want to reach the carnival city and fully enjoy the event while avoiding traffic. Reaching Putignano can also be a great opportunity to visit other towns in the Itria Valley: Alberobello, Locorotondo, and Cisternino, combining cultural and leisure activities in a single day.
Information about the Putignano Carnival 2025
History
The Putignano Carnival begins on December 26 and ends on March 4. Its roots date back to the year 1394. On December 26, 1394, the farmers of Putignano left their work in the fields to joyfully join the procession accompanying the relics of Saint Stephen the Protomartyr, transferred from Monopoli to Putignano. From that moment, the “Propaggini Festival” was born, marking the beginning of the Putignano Carnival.
From the mid-1900s, the first allegorical floats began to appear. In the 1950s, papier-mâché made its debut and has remained the main technique to this day. The papier-mâché masters create true works of art.
The Farinella Mask
Farinella is the official mask of Putignano. According to legend, Farinella was the town’s baker. He saved Putignano from a Saracen attack thanks to a clever plan. Farinella staged a fake epidemic among the townspeople, who covered themselves with farinella (a flour made from chickpeas and barley), simulating pustules caused by an unknown disease. Fearing contagion, the Saracens decided to retreat, leaving the town unharmed.
The Farinella mask appears as a mix between Harlequin and a jester, with a red nose and a three-pointed hat with little bells.
The Parades of Allegorical Floats
he Putignano Carnival program is full of events: parades, concerts, rituals and traditions, costume parties, workshops, and round tables. The highlight of the event is undoubtedly the parade of floats created by the papier-mâché masters. Here are the dates:
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Sunday, February 16 (afternoon)
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Saturday, February 22 (evening)
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Sunday, March 2 (morning)
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Tuesday, March 4 (evening)
Float Names
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“We Are Out of the Flock” – Associazione Carta Bianca
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“What a Big Heart You Have” – Associazione Carteinregola
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“Flowers in the Cannons” – Associazione Carta&Colore
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“Le Gardien” – Associazione Carta in Festa
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“Regeneratio” – Associazione Cartaland
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“Sovvertigine” – Associazione Con le Mani
So what are you waiting for? Let’s go to the Putignano Carnival with Soriano Service Ncc! We’re ready!