Osculana Pugna – Historical Re-enactment of the Battle of Pyrrhus

2025 Edition Program

The event opened on Friday, May 16, with an inaugural lecture by Professor Flavio Raviola (University of Padua), author of the essay "Pyrrhus," in conversation with archaeologist Gianfranco Dimitri.

Over the weekend, Saturday, May 17, and Sunday, May 18, the highlight of the event was the grand re-enactment show at 5:00 PM, featuring 100 minutes of action and combat between the armies of Pyrrhus and Decius Mus. At the Dauni Archaeological Park, theatrical performances by Il Teatro della Polvere were held (Saturday at 8:30 PM, Sunday at 7:30 PM), followed by a Celtic and folk music concert by the group EMIAN on Saturday at 9:00 PM.

Throughout the weekend, visitors could explore the military camps, the Daunian village, educational workshops, and archaeological cooking demonstrations, under the artistic direction of Daunìas Aùskla. Admission was free.

• Friday, May 16 — Inaugural lecture with Prof. Flavio Raviola and archaeologist Gianfranco Dimitri
• Saturday, May 17 and Sunday, May 18, 5:00 PM — Grand battle re-enactment show (100 minutes)
• Saturday 8:30 PM / Sunday 7:30 PM — Theatrical performance by Il Teatro della Polvere at the Dauni Archaeological Park
• Saturday 9:00 PM — Celtic and folk music concert by EMIAN
• Saturday and Sunday — Visits to military camps, Daunian village, workshops, and archaeological cooking