Carnevale in Masseria

Carnival comes to the farmhouse

Carnevale in Masseria is a festival that brings the colors, masks, and joy of Carnival to the charming setting of Masseria Feudo, just outside the town of San Giorgio Ionico, in the province of Taranto, in the heart of the Ionian Puglia region. For an entire Sunday, the historic farmhouse transforms into a large outdoor party space where rural tradition, fine Apulian cuisine, and family fun meet in a joyful and informal atmosphere.

A festival designed for families

The event is designed to be enjoyed together by both adults and children. Everyone is invited to participate in costume, amidst allegorical floats, mascots, and characters inspired by the world of Disney that bring the farmhouse grounds to life. For children, there are games and dedicated entertainment in a safe, open-air environment, with ample parking available for families.

Music, shows, and street performers

The soundtrack for the day is provided by a DJ set that keeps the party going from the morning, while the performance program brings the artists of Favole Altoparlanti to the farmhouse, with their stilt-walking performances and the Voice On Live format. Stilt-walkers, costumed characters, and roving entertainment turn the farmhouse paths into a true Carnival village.

The flavors of the Apulian Carnival

Gastronomy is a major highlight, with a food area offering freshly prepared specialties: live-fried panzerotti, open-fire grilled meats, freshly tossed pasta dishes, and sweet crêpes. It is a simple and convivial way to enjoy the typical products of the Ionian territory while strolling among masks and floats. For those who prefer a sit-down meal, the farmhouse also offers a lunch by reservation featuring a traditional menu.

Masseria Feudo and the surrounding area

Masseria Feudo is a historic asset of the San Giorgio Ionico area, nestled in the countryside that slopes down toward the Ionian Sea, along the road to Roccaforzata. Recognized by the FAI - Fondo per l'Ambiente Italiano as a site to be preserved, the farmhouse is now a vibrant center for events and initiatives that host gatherings related to rural culture and local traditions throughout the year, such as the Wheat Festival. Carnevale in Masseria fits into this vocation, blending the memory of the Apulian rural world with a contemporary taste for shared celebration.

A community-focused Carnival

With free admission and a welcoming atmosphere, Carnevale in Masseria has become a highly anticipated event for the residents of San Giorgio Ionico and neighboring towns in the province of Taranto. It is the ideal occasion to spend a Sunday in February filled with fun, masks, good food, and the genuine hospitality of the Apulian countryside.