Mònde – Festival of Cinema on the Paths
The festival of cinema, travel, and walking paths in Foggia
About Mònde
A festival that tells the story of cinema as a journey
Mònde – Festival of Cinema on the Paths is the great festival of travel cinema that brings Foggia, in the heart of the Capitanata region of Puglia, to life every year. Founded in 2018 by the MAD – Memorie Audiovisive della Daunia association and directed by Luciano Toriello, the festival has made the theme of the path—physical, spiritual, and inner—its hallmark, creating a dialogue between the big screen and pilgrimage trails, the memory of places, and contemporary cultures.
For a few days, the city turns into an open, widespread space: arenas, theaters, squares, and historic buildings in the center host screenings, meetings with authors, masterclasses, concerts, photography exhibitions, and guided urban walks. All events are free and open to the public until capacity is reached, in line with the event's popular and inclusive spirit.
Sections and awards
The competitive heart of Mònde is organized into several thematic sections, each with its own award:
- Panorama Cammini – competing for the Mònde Award, dedicated to films that depict travel as a way of traversing places;
- Panorama Memoria – for the MAD Archive Award, focused on archival cinema and the audiovisual memories of the region;
- Panorama Archeologia – for the Marina Mazzei Award, named after the archaeologist from Foggia and reserved for documentaries on heritage;
- Panorama Kids & Generation – for the Mònde Kids Award, dedicated to younger audiences.
Alongside the competitions, there are retrospectives, special awards for cinema personalities, and a rich program of side events, from photography exhibitions to cine-concerts.
Guests and atmosphere
Over the years, Mònde has brought prominent names from Italian and international cinema to Foggia, alternating directors, actors, and masters of the seventh art with documentarians, hikers, and local scholars. The formula combines meetings with stars with theater workshops, outdoor screenings, and walking routes that rediscover corners and stories of the Daunia region.
Foggia and the Capitanata
Set in the Municipality of Foggia, capital of the Province of Foggia and gateway to Puglia towards the Gargano, the Tavoliere, and the southern Via Francigena, the festival showcases a territory rich in history, spirituality, and landscapes. Mònde is now one of the city's most defining cultural events, attracting thousands of spectators each year.
Mònde — edition 2026
The ninth edition of Mònde – Festival of Cinema on the Paths was held in Foggia from May 28 to 31, 2026, dedicated to the theme of "The Unexpected", that unplanned stumble that forces one to change pace, perspective, and direction. With over 60 events spread throughout the city, the event recorded approximately 10,000 attendees, confirming itself as one of the most followed cultural appointments in the Capitanata region.
The beating heart of the edition was the Mònde Arena at the Villa Comunale, accompanied by theaters and city spaces. In competition were 21 feature films and over 50 short films, divided into the Panorama Cammini, Memoria, Archeologia, and Kids & Generation sections, while at Palazzo Dogana, the photography exhibition "Tales on the path between faith and tradition" accompanied the festival.
Programme Mònde 2026
Thursday, May 28 — Opening
Inauguration of the 9th edition at the Mònde Arena in the Villa Comunale, with the start of the competitions and the first screenings of the 21 feature films and over 50 selected short films.
Friday, May 29 — Kevin Spacey in Foggia
- Public meeting with Kevin Spacey, two-time Oscar winner, at the Mònde Arena in the Villa Comunale of Foggia.
- Masterclass and retrospective dedicated to Terry Gilliam.
- Screenings of the Panorama Cammini, Memoria, and Archeologia sections.
Saturday, May 30 — Great Auteur Cinema
- Presentation of the Maria Marcone Special Award to Margherita Buy.
- Cine-concert with the screening of La Haine (L'odio) by Mathieu Kassovitz, performed live by Asian Dub Foundation.
- Presence of Matthew Modine, guest for all four days of the festival.
Sunday, May 31 — Awards and Closing
- Presentation of the Fondazione Monti Uniti Special Award to Maurizio Nichetti.
- Awarding of the competition prizes: Mònde Award 2026 (Panorama Cammini), MAD Archive Award (Memoria), Marina Mazzei Award (Archeologia), and Mònde Kids Award.
Widespread events
- Four guided urban walks (about 2 hours each) to discover the city.
- Photography exhibition "Tales on the path between faith and tradition" at Palazzo Dogana (extended until June 5).
- Theater workshops and meetings with authors.
Highlights Mònde 2026
Prices Mònde 2026
Practical information — Mònde
Where
Events take place in various locations in the center of Foggia: the Mònde Arena at the Villa Comunale, city theaters and auditoriums, Palazzo Dogana, and the city's squares.
How to get there
Foggia is a major railway hub on the Adriatic line: the station is well connected to Bari, Naples, Rome, and Bologna. By car, it can be reached via the A14 motorway (Foggia exit) and the SS16 road. The nearest airport is Bari-Palese.
Tickets
All events are free and open to the public until capacity is reached. Reservations are required for urban walks and workshops.
Contacts
Information is available on the official website www.mondefest.it and via email at [email protected].
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Where does it take place — Mònde
Arena Mònde – Villa Comunale di Foggia
Villa Comunale di Foggia, 71121 Foggia