Grottaglie Carnival

The Carnival reborn in the center of Grottaglie

The Grottaglie Carnival, promoted by the Gruppo Ohana together with Avis, is the street festival that brings the magic of Carnival back to the heart of the town of ceramics, in the province of Taranto. The stage is the central Piazza Regina Margherita, which for an entire day transforms into a large space of entertainment, color, and music open to families, children, and adults.

The initiative was born from the desire of a group of volunteers and local businesses to give the community a shared and free moment of celebration. President Vito D'Amicis and local supporters have allowed the event to grow year after year, making it one of the most anticipated winter appointments in Grottaglie.

A day for all ages

The program is designed to accompany young and old from the afternoon until the evening. The first part is entirely dedicated to children, with creative workshops, face painting, baby dance, and plenty of entertainment designed for the little ones in costume.

• Creative workshops and face painting for children
• Baby dance and afternoon entertainment
• Evening shows and musical moments for adults
• Costume contest with prizes and gadgets
• Food stalls, food trucks, cotton candy, and crêpes

As evening falls, the atmosphere changes: the square lights up with dance music, shows, and DJ sets that engage the public until late, not forgetting the traditional costume contest, the folkloric heart of the event.

A community Carnival in Puglia

More than just a parade, the Grottaglie Carnival is a community project: a way to experience popular Apulian traditions in a contemporary key and to bring citizens together in a public space. Admission is free and the party is accessible to everyone, in the true spirit of a town square. A perfect occasion for visitors who want to discover Grottaglie, the city of ceramics, during the most playful time of the year, among the streets of the center and the scents of the food stalls.