Mytilus Fest
The Campi Flegrei Mussel Festival at the Port of Baia
About Mytilus Fest
The Campi Flegrei Mussel Festival
Mytilus Fest is the event that transforms the charming Port of Baia in Bacoli into the stage for the Campi Flegrei mussel every summer. Born as an evolution of the historic Campi Flegrei Mussel Festival, the event has grown into a key appointment for local gastronomy, weaving together sea flavors, culture, and entertainment in a setting overlooking the gulf.
Organized by the MSP Cultural Association with the support of the Municipality of Bacoli, the Metropolitan City of Naples, the Campi Flegrei Regional Park, and the local Pro Loco, the festival focuses on mussel farming, an ancient tradition passed down through generations by the local mussel farmers of Bacoli.
Tastes and Tastings
The heart of the festival lies in its tastings: local restaurateurs and producers offer mussels in every possible variation, from appetizers to desserts. Signature dishes include the classic impepata di cozze (peppered mussels), sautéed mussels, mussels au gratin, seafood pasta, and fried fish, all paired with Campi Flegrei wines and craft beer.
- Over twenty restaurants and food stalls at the port
- Live cooking shows with local chefs
- Typical products and wines from the Flegrean area
Music, Culture, and the Sea
Every evening, the port lights up with live concerts and shows that accompany the tastings until late at night. Alongside the music, the program offers a rich calendar of activities for all ages: creative workshops for children on shell recycling and sea sustainability, guided tours of mussel farms, boat tours along the coast of Baia, and excursions to discover the area's underwater archaeological heritage.
An Event of the Flegrean Territory
Mytilus Fest is much more than a food festival: it is a collective story of the identity of Bacoli and the Campi Flegrei in Campania, highlighting the work of local producers, the culture of the sea, and the beauty of one of the most fascinating stretches of coast in the province of Naples. Admission to the event is free, while tastings and some special experiences require payment.
Mytilus Fest — edition 2026
Mytilus Fest 2026
The third edition of Mytilus Fest brought the Port of Baia to life from July 3 to 5, 2026, confirming its status as one of the most anticipated gastronomic events of the Flegrean summer. Three days dedicated to the Campi Flegrei mussel, with over twenty restaurants, cooking shows, a packed schedule of live music, and numerous experiences for families and curious visitors. This edition was dedicated to the memory of Tony Scotto.
Alongside the tastings, the public participated in creative workshops for children, visits to mussel farms, and boat tours along the coast to discover the submerged seabed of Baia. The evenings were hosted by Francesco Albanese and Margherita Salemme.
Programme Mytilus Fest 2026
Musical Program
Food stands opened daily at 6:00 PM; concerts began at 9:00 PM.
- Friday, July 3: Zerofiltro opening, followed by Mytilus All Stars with Valerio Jovine, Nicola Caso, Andrea Tartaglia, and special guests.
- Saturday, July 4: Amy Leah opening, followed by Tommaso Primo and the Funkool Orchestra.
- Sunday, July 5: Rapper Mattewh opening, with Ciccio Merolla closing the event.
Highlights Mytilus Fest 2026
- Over twenty restaurants serving Flegrean mussels, from appetizers to desserts
- Live concerts every evening from 9:00 PM
- Cooking shows with local chefs
- Creative workshops for children on sea sustainability
- Boat tours and excursions along the submerged coast of Baia
Prices Mytilus Fest 2026
Practical information — Mytilus Fest
How to get there
The Port of Baia is located in Bacoli, in the Campi Flegrei area. By car from Naples, take the Tangenziale towards Pozzuoli-Campi Flegrei and continue towards Baia-Bacoli. By train, you can use the Cumana line (Naples-Torregaveta) and continue with local buses. Parking areas are available near the port.
Admission and Hours
Free admission. The event opens in the late afternoon and continues until late at night; evening concerts generally start at 9:00 PM. Tastings and some experiences (boat tours, excursions) are paid and in some cases require reservation.
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Where does it take place — Mytilus Fest
Porto di Baia