International Beard and Moustache Festival
The grooming competition that draws barbers and bearded men from all over Italy and Europe to Corropoli
Edition 2026 not confirmed to date
This edition has not been confirmed by the organiser to date. We recommend checking before going.
About Beard and Moustache Festival
A festival dedicated to the art of the beard in the heart of Abruzzo
The International Beard and Moustache Festival is one of the most curious and recognizable summer events in the Municipality of Corropoli, located in the province of Teramo, in the Abruzzo region. Every July, the central Piazza Piedicorte transforms into a stage for a fun-filled competition that is taken very seriously by enthusiasts, celebrating the art of male facial hair with parades, contests, and shows open to everyone.
The competition and its categories
The heart of the event is the beard and moustache contest, divided into six categories that reward different styles and sensibilities. A jury evaluates the contestants as they parade before the public in a mix of elegance, irony, and extravagance. The competition categories are:
- VIP Beard
- Natural Beard
- Soft Beard
- Sculpted Beard
- Unique Beard
- Goatee and Moustache
The competition attracts professional barbers from all over Italy and bearded men from all over Europe, turning Corropoli into the capital of carefully cultivated and passionate beards for a weekend.
More than just a contest: music, taste, and conviviality
The festival is not just a competition. Around the square, food and wine stalls come alive with the flavors of the Abruzzo region, alongside exhibitors, local artists, and hobbyists. The evenings are accompanied by live music and entertainment that involves the entire community, creating a village festival atmosphere open to families and curious visitors of all ages.
Corropoli and the surrounding area
Corropoli is a village in the Val Vibrata, in northern Abruzzo, just a few kilometers from the Adriatic coast and the border with the Marche region. Nestled in a landscape of cultivated hills, the town preserves a historical heritage and a tradition of popular festivals that enliven the center with numerous events during the summer. The Beard and Moustache Festival has carved out a special place in this calendar, becoming an iconic appointment capable of attracting visitors from well beyond regional borders.
A cultural event that entertains and unites
Between the serious and the facetious, the event showcases a typically Italian way of socializing, where the tradition of barbering meets the joy of a festival. Those arriving in Corropoli during these days will find a crowded square, applause for the most original contestants, and a shared desire to enjoy a summer evening filled with good humor and camaraderie.
Beard and Moustache Festival — edition 2026
The Municipality of Corropoli, in the province of Teramo, hosts the International Beard and Moustache Festival every summer, traditionally in the month of July in Piazza Piedicorte. At the moment, the official dates for the 2026 edition have not yet been communicated. This page will be updated with the program, times, and competition categories as soon as the organization makes the details available.
Practical information — Beard and Moustache Festival
How to get there
Corropoli can be reached by car via the A14 motorway (Val Vibrata exit) and the SS16 road along the Adriatic coast. The nearest train station is Alba Adriatica-Nereto-Controguerra, on the Adriatic line, just a few kilometers from the center. The reference airport is Pescara (Abruzzo Airport), about an hour's drive away.
Where it takes place
The competitions and shows are held in Piazza Piedicorte, in the center of Corropoli. Admission to the events is free.
Information
For details on dates and the program, you can contact the Events and Tourism Office of the Municipality of Corropoli at +39 0861 80651.
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Where does it take place — Beard and Moustache Festival
Piazza Piedicorte
Piazza Piedicorte, 64013 Corropoli