GustaPorto
The festival of the sea and maritime culture of Civitanova Marche
About GustaPorto
The port that becomes a festival
Every year, at the beginning of summer, the port of Civitanova Marche comes alive with GustaPorto, the event that celebrates the sea in all its forms: fishing, seafood cuisine, the culture of the Adriatic coast, and the opportunities of the so-called Blue Economy. Promoted by the Municipality of Civitanova Marche, in the province of Macerata, the event is now a much-anticipated appointment that officially inaugurates the tourist season of the Riviera del Conero and the Marche coastline.
The heart at the Fish Market
The heart of the festival is the municipal Fish Market, which for the occasion transforms into the city's agora: a space for discussion on innovation, sustainability, and the future of coastal communities. Around this beating heart, tastings of blue fish and Adriatic shellfish come to life, paired with local wines and beers, sailing trips open to the public organized with the city's sailing clubs, and entertainment along the port's jetties.
Sea and mountains, a single story
One of GustaPorto's recurring themes is the link between the coast and the hinterland: the sea of the Marche region "begins in the mountains," because the rivers that descend from the Sibillini Mountains reach the Adriatic. The event thus enhances the entire regional supply chain, from fish products to the gastronomic excellences of the interior, in a narrative that unites different landscapes and traditions.
An event that involves the whole city
GustaPorto is not just a single day: after the opening at the port, the festival expands to restaurants, accommodation facilities, businesses, and tourism operators, with initiatives such as the GustaPorto Week and the GustaPorto Shopping circuit. A stop on the Grand Tour delle Marche promoted by Tipicità and Anci Marche, and with the patronage of the European Commission, the event is now one of the most recognizable showcases of the region's maritime culture.
Why it's worth participating
- Authentic tastings of seafood street food based on Adriatic catches
- Sailing trips and boat experiences open to the public
- Meetings and debates on the blue economy and sustainability
- Workshops and activities designed for families and children
- A festive atmosphere that officially opens the Civitanova summer
GustaPorto — edition 2026
The ninth edition of GustaPorto opens the summer of Civitanova Marche from June 20 to 28, 2026, with the theme "The Blue Way – The Port of Ideas", dedicated to maritime culture, the Blue Economy, sustainability, and innovation. The event is promoted by the Municipality of Civitanova Marche, with the patronage of the European Commission, and is a stop on the Grand Tour delle Marche.
The port and the Fish Market once again become the beating heart of the event, while from June 21 to 28, the festival extends to the entire city through restaurants, accommodation facilities, and businesses.
Programme GustaPorto 2026
Saturday, June 20 – Central day at the port
The port and the Fish Market become the heart of the event, with a program that combines cultural exchange, sea, and flavors:
- GustaPorto Agora – "The Blue Way. The Port of Ideas": discussion on culture, innovation, and sustainable development for the future of coastal communities
- Sailing trips open to the public
- Tastings of seafood specialties with pairings of local wines and beers
- Workshops and activities for children
- Entertainment along the port's jetties
June 21 to 28 – The festival throughout the city
- "Occhio a li Furbi": initiative dedicated to seasonal catches
- GustaPorto Week: accommodation and experience offers
- GustaPorto Shopping: city shopping circuit to discover the excellences of Civitanova Marche
The detailed program, with times and participation methods, will be published progressively on the official website gustaporto.it.
Highlights GustaPorto 2026
Prices GustaPorto 2026
Practical information — GustaPorto
How to get there
Civitanova Marche is easily reachable by train (Civitanova Marche-Montegranaro station on the Adriatic line) and by car via the A14 motorway, Civitanova Marche exit. The port and Fish Market area is a few minutes from the center and the seafront.
Venue
The main events take place at the Port and the municipal Fish Market, with entertainment along the jetties. Side events involve restaurants and businesses throughout the city.
Admission and costs
Access to the festival area is free; tastings and some experiences (like sailing trips) may have a cost or require booking. The full program and participation details are published progressively on the official website gustaporto.it.
Tips
Arrive in the late morning or afternoon to enjoy the tastings and entertainment at the port; in the evening, the atmosphere on the seafront is particularly pleasant. Book boat experiences in advance, as they are often in high demand.
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Porto e Mercato Ittico di Civitanova Marche
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