Porto Sant'Elpidio Carnival

The Carnival of Porto Sant'Elpidio

The Carnival of Porto Sant'Elpidio is one of the most anticipated winter events in the Municipality of Porto Sant'Elpidio, on the Adriatic Riviera of the Province of Fermo, in the Marche region. Every year, on Fat Tuesday, the city center transforms into a large open-air stage: a procession of floats, masked groups, and hundreds of participants parades along the main streets, offering a day of colors, music, and joy designed especially for children and families.

The Parade and Route

The parade traditionally gathers in Via San Francesco, near the train station, and then crosses the streets of the center to reach the heart of the celebration in Piazza Garibaldi. Here, the day concludes with dancing, singing, entertainment, and awards for the most successful floats and groups. The parade actively involves the city's neighborhoods and school complexes, which work for months each year on creating themed floats, costumes, and choreographies.

A Different Theme Every Year

What makes the Elpidiense Carnival special is the common thread that unites all the groups: each edition proposes a different theme, from historical eras to the continents of the world, interpreted in an original way by the various neighborhoods. This participatory formula, which features kindergartens, primary schools, and neighborhood committees as protagonists, makes the Carnival a true community event, capable of engaging entire generations of Elpidians.

A Festival for Families

The organization is handled by the Department of Culture and Tourism of the Municipality of Porto Sant'Elpidio, with artistic direction and entertainment entrusted to local organizations. The live broadcast of the day is followed by local radio stations with connections from the square. Admission is free, and the atmosphere is typical of Marche village festivals: carefree, welcoming, and suitable for all ages.