Not Only... Settembre Fragagnanese

A festival spread across the heart of the Taranto Salento

The "Not Only... Settembre Fragagnanese" is the premier summer festival of the Municipality of Fragagnano, a small town in the province of Taranto, in the heart of Apulia and northern Salento. Organised by the local council in collaboration with the Pro Loco, AVIS, and numerous local associations, the event offers a rich and varied calendar that, while referencing September in its name, begins as early as August and continues until the start of autumn.

A multidisciplinary programme for all ages

The strength of the festival lies in its diverse nature: over a few weeks, it blends culture, entertainment, sports, gastronomy, and tradition. The common thread is the idea of community, with events designed as "an opportunity for meeting and sharing" and the chance to experience the town's spaces together. Typical programme highlights include:

• a culture week in the historic centre, with free evening performances;
• theatrical productions at the Giardini Carducci, featuring classic repertoire;
• tournaments and sporting activities, from football and water volleyball to tennis;
• concerts and musical evenings with tribute bands and local artists;
• culinary events dedicated to typical Apulian products;
• patronal and devotional feasts dedicated to the saints venerated in the town.

Tradition, memory, and local identity

Alongside the performances, the festival makes space for the town's memory: from evenings in dialect dedicated to the elderly and the customs of the past, to the religious celebrations that have always marked the calendar of the Fragagnano community. It is a way to tell the story of an agricultural village in the Ionian province, amidst olive groves, vineyards, and popular devotion.

A free-entry event

All festival events are, by tradition, free to attend, in keeping with the popular and inclusive spirit of the event. Every year, the "Settembre Fragagnanese" represents the moment when Fragagnano gathers in its squares and gardens, offering visitors an authentic glimpse into the life and traditions of Southern Apulia.