Leisure Time Festival

The Leisure Time Festival in Marina di Ginosa

In just a few years, the Leisure Time Festival has become one of the most anticipated May Day events in the Ionian Metapontino area. It takes place at Elephant Park, the large multi-functional park in Contrada Pizziferro in Marina di Ginosa, a seaside district of the Ginosa municipality, in the province of Taranto, Apulia. For an entire day, this green space immersed in nature turns into a true experiential village, with areas and activities designed to engage all ages.

A village for all ages

The festival was born from the idea of bringing music, sports, art, gastronomy, and entertainment together in one place, creating an inclusive atmosphere accessible to everyone. The format is that of a large, widespread celebration where every corner of the park offers something different.

• For children: inflatables, mini boat rides on the pond, creative workshops, kites, and dedicated attractions;
• Adventure area: dynamic obstacle courses, soft climbing, wipe-out, and soft-air challenges for those seeking an adrenaline rush;
• Sports: from soccer to basketball, plus human foosball, horseback riding, and target shooting;
• Attractions and relaxation: funfair, tethered hot air balloon rides, mechanical bull, and dedicated rest zones;
• Food area: traditional Apulian specialties and street food to fuel your day.

Music and DJ sets until nightfall

Music accompanies the festival from morning until night, spread across multiple stages set up in different zones of the park. As the sun sets, the spaces come alive with live performances and DJ sets, ranging from reggae and electronic to house music, featuring artists and crews from the Apulian and national scenes performing until late in the evening.

A free and accessible event

One of the strengths of the Leisure Time Festival is its free admission, with mandatory registration. This choice has made the event a landmark for families in the Ionian region, between Apulia and Basilicata, who choose Elephant Park every May Day to spend a day in the open air. Its location in Marina di Ginosa, just a short walk from the pine forest and the beaches of the Ionian coast, also makes it a great opportunity to discover this stretch of the Taranto coastline at the start of the summer season.