Calici nel Borgo Antico
Apulian wines, flavors, and culture in the historic center of Bisceglie
About Calici nel Borgo Antico
A culinary journey in the heart of Bisceglie
Some events capture the essence of a region better than any guidebook: Calici nel Borgo Antico is one of them. Created to showcase the charm of the historic center of Bisceglie—a town overlooking the Adriatic in the Province of Barletta-Andria-Trani (BAT), in Puglia—the event turns the squares, alleys, and courtyards of the medieval village into a vast open-air laboratory of taste. The white stones of the old town, Romanesque portals, and historic churches provide a natural backdrop for two evenings dedicated to wine, gastronomy, and music.
Wines of Puglia, from the Gargano to the Salento
The heart of the festival lies in the tastings. Dozens of Apulian wineries and farms set up their stands along the route, offering a selection that spans the entire region: the full-bodied reds of the Salento like Primitivo and Negroamaro, the Nero di Troia of central Puglia, whites such as Fiano and Bombino Bianco, and the refined rosés that are a hallmark of the local winemaking tradition. Each glass is a small journey through appellations, grape varieties, and the stories of winemaking families.
Street food and traditional flavors
Pairing with the wines are specialties of Apulian cuisine, prepared by local restaurateurs in collaboration with Assolocali: panzerotti, orecchiette with turnip tops, spaghetti all'assassina, and sandwiches with traditional brasciola. It is a culinary path designed to be enjoyed while strolling, glass in hand, from one stand to the next.
Music, street art, and heritage
The evenings are enlivened by live music from bands and young local musicians, street performers, and guided tours of the historic center. One of the most evocative elements is the special evening opening of churches and museums: the public can discover churches, palaces, and cultural sites usually closed at night, in a successful blend of gastronomy and the rediscovery of Bisceglie's historical and artistic heritage.
Two appointments a year
Promoted by the Associazione Borgo Antico with the patronage of the Municipality of Bisceglie, the BAT Province, and the Puglia Region, the event now takes place twice a year: a Summer Edition in June and an autumn edition between October and November. This format accompanies Bisceglie through two different moments of the season, confirming Calici nel Borgo Antico as one of the most anticipated food and wine events on the Apulian coast.
Calici nel Borgo Antico — edition 2026
The 2026 summer edition brought the Borgo Antico of Bisceglie to life on the evenings of June 26 and 27. Dozens of renowned Apulian wineries and farms offered high-quality white, rosé, and red wines for tasting, while local restaurateurs served panzerotti, orecchiette with turnip tops, spaghetti all'assassina, and sandwiches with brasciola. The public was accompanied by the music of local bands and young musicians, as well as guided tours of the historic center led by guide Irene Frisari, departing from 7:00 PM in Piazza Margherita di Savoia.
The main theme was "A Night at the Museum", with extended evening openings of the village's main cultural sites, combining the pleasure of wine with the rediscovery of Bisceglie's historical and artistic heritage.
Programme Calici nel Borgo Antico 2026
Tastings and gastronomy
- Stands of Apulian wineries along the village route: white, rosé, and red wines (Primitivo, Negroamaro, Nero di Troia, Fiano, Bombino Bianco)
- Traditional street food: panzerotti, orecchiette with turnip tops, spaghetti all'assassina, sandwiches with brasciola
- Live music with local bands and young musicians
- Guided tours of the historic center from 7:00 PM, starting from Piazza Margherita di Savoia
"A Night at the Museum" — special evening openings
- Mauro Giuliani House Museum: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM (free admission)
- Cathedral and Diocesan Museum: 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM (€5 with augmented reality)
- Church of Sant'Adoeno: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM (free)
- Church of Santa Margherita: 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM (free)
- "Francesco Prelorenzo" Ethnographic Museum (Norman Tower): 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM (voluntary contribution)
- Bisceglie Castle: 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM (free)
- Church of Purgatorio: 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM (free)
Highlights Calici nel Borgo Antico 2026
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Practical information — Calici nel Borgo Antico
Location
Historic center (Borgo Antico) of Bisceglie, Province of Barletta-Andria-Trani (BAT), Puglia. The route winds through the squares and alleys of the village, with a recommended starting point at Piazza Margherita di Savoia.
How to get there
By train: Bisceglie station on the Adriatic line, a few minutes' walk from the historic center. By car: A14 motorway exits (Trani or Molfetta), then SS16. It is recommended to park in the areas outside the village and proceed on foot.
Tickets and tastings
Admission to the event is free. Wine tasting tickets can be purchased directly on-site during the evenings. Some church and museum openings are free, while others require a small contribution.
Tips
Outdoor evening in the historic center: comfortable footwear is recommended. Book accommodation in advance, especially for the summer edition.
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Where does it take place — Calici nel Borgo Antico
Borgo Antico di Bisceglie
Centro storico (Borgo Antico), 76011 Bisceglie